Your East Midlands Wedding - Page number 81 - June/July 2021 (Issue 44)

CHANTELLE HEWITT, JEWELLERY DIRECTOR AT CRYSTELLE BELLE LTD Sentimental jewellery is a huge summer 2021 trend think: lockets and keepsakes engraved with a personal message, birthstone or birth flower designs. Heirloom jewellery is popular this year with brides incorporating items such as their nan’s pearls as their something borrowed . Couples might even like to start an heirloom collection of their own and gorgeous art-deco-inspired pieces are perfect! We’ve also seen an upward trend in classic mens’ jewellery, such as the identity bracelet, signet ring and St Christopher pendant. Another huge trend on the catwalks this spring and summer is pearls, which have crossed over from being bought mainly for weddings and anniversaries to mainstream fashion jewellery. This is great for brides-to-be who now have an extensive choice from classic strings of pearls, single-pearl pendants and pearl hoop earrings. Finally, the one piece of jewellery that never goes out of fashion is the tennis bracelet. A staple piece looks fabulous and elegant, whether in 9ct white gold and diamonds or sterling silver and cubic zirconia. Check out: www.crystellebelle.co.uk DANIELLE HARVEY, GROOMS’ EDITOR AT COUNTY WEDDING MAGAZINES After the effect of last year’s pandemic on the wedding industry, typical trends have taken a back seat as people are just so happy to finally be tying the knot! For those looking for big-day suit inspiration for 2021, you can’t go wrong with bold colourful suits or striking checked patterns – perfect for al fresco summer nuptials, which will be oh-so popular this year and next. Colour palettes of blues, greens and reds – think berry tones – are the must- have suit hues, and the mix ‘n’ match ensemble is a trend that’s here to stay. If you’re not confident wearing something quite as standout as mentioned, then reflect these style elements in your accessory choices: ties, waistcoats, pocket squares, socks and shoes! Check out: www.county.wedding www.gett yimages.co.uk BIG-DAY BEST 81