Struggling to find bridal jewellery that actually feels like you and won’t look dated in your wedding photos? Vintage bridal jewellery solves two problems at once: it ticks the ‘something old’ box and guarantees nobody else will be wearing the same earrings at their wedding.
No piece looks the same or has the same story, meaning your look stays uniquely yours.
Here are 5 stunning vintage jewellery ideas that’ll complete your bridal look, giving you something individual and timeless.
1. Vintage Wedding Earrings
Earrings are an area of exploration for brides. If you’ve got a high neck dress or a complex pattern, you may not want to incorporate necklaces - making earrings the perfect way to include ‘something old’.
The beauty of vintage wedding earrings is that they’ve literally stood the test of time. These aren’t mass-produced pieces that’ll tarnish after a few wears. Whether you’re drawn to the geometricism of art deco or the softer romance of Edwardian design, vintage earrings add character that modern alternatives simply can’t replicate.
If you’re wearing an intricate lace gown, keep your earrings simple with studs or classic drops. Chose a minimal dress? This is your chance to bring in some vintage glamour with chandelier drops or intricate designs.
2. Vintage Wedding Necklace
Sometimes, strapless dresses don’t feel quite right if there’s not a piece of jewellery adorning your neckline. If something feels like it’s missing, a vintage wedding necklace brings all the grace and glamour that a bride needs on her special day.
Vintage lockets, especially those from the Victorian era, are personal and sentimental - perfect for the romantic bride. To make things even more personal, you could add a photo of you and your loved one tucked inside.
If something more decadent is calling your name, antique necklaces are often sparkling with gemstones like opal, amethyst, and citrine, speaking to the bride who doesn’t shy away from colour.
3. Antique Wedding Rings
Granted, wedding rings aren’t typically considered part of the bridal look, but that just makes them even more important. These rings are worn for a lifetime to symbolise your commitment, and what better way to commemorate this than with a vintage wedding ring?
These rings not only have the durability needed to last decades, but they’re unlike anything you’ll find on the current market. If you and your partner aren’t worried about having matching rings, there are some truly stunning designs available when shopping for vintage gold wedding rings. Whether this takes the form of old cut stones or intricate detailing right in the band, these pieces carry stories of love.
4. Vintage Pearl Jewellery
Pearls are iconically synonymous with weddings - their natural white hues mean they’re a natural choice for brides wanting something delicate. Well, vintage jewellery is no exception, and typically uses pearls in a dainty and understated way.
Often combined with other stones, antique pearl jewellery works in the form of dainty studs, tiny pearls in rings, or across necklaces, bracelets, and brooches. If you’d had your eye on incorporating pearls into your look, but want to do it in a more unique way, bridal vintage pearl jewellery is a fantastic choice.
5. Vintage Bangles and Bracelets
Often underrated when it comes to bridal jewellery, vintage bangles and bracelets are incredibly customisable and a simple way to elevate your look. With charm bracelets, you can stack vintage charms for something more maximalist, or a simple vintage gold bridal bangle gives you effortless movement on the wrist.
Whether something in a chain style appears to you, or you're looking for a design more gemstone-led, vintage bracelets are dainty, beautiful pieces to wear. When selecting wedding jewellery, we always recommend choosing something that’s wearable for years to come, to truly make the most of your investment.
Vintage Bridal Jewellery at Lancastrian Jewellers
Our stock is always rotating, so be sure to regularly check our website to find your personal, unique bridal jewellery piece.
As third-generation antique jewellers, we’ve helped hundreds of brides find pieces they’ll treasure for a lifetime. Got a query? Please get in touch with our team, and we will be here to help.
