The dresses are picked, the color palette is set, and now someone has to figure out the jewelry. Bridesmaid jewelry can feel like a small detail, but it is the thing that ties the whole bridal party together in photos. The good news is that you do not need fine jewelry to get it right. Hand-painted clay jewelry adds color, personality and a handmade touch, and it is light enough to wear from the ceremony through the last dance. Here are our bridesmaid jewelry ideas, organized by dress color.
How to choose bridesmaid jewelry
Before you shop, a few quick rules make every decision easier:
- Match or contrast, on purpose. Either echo the dress color or pick one accent color from the wedding palette.
- Think about the neckline. Strapless and sweetheart necklines suit a choker or a short necklace. V-necks love a pendant. High necklines look best with earrings alone.
- Plan for comfort. Bridesmaids wear their jewelry for hours. Lightweight pieces matter.
- Decide on matching. Same set for everyone, or the same design in different colors? Both look great.
Bridesmaid jewelry ideas by dress color
Blush and pink dresses
Soft pinks look best with jewelry that feels sweet but not sugary.
- The Coquette Bow Dangle Earrings are a ribbon-inspired bow hand-painted in soft pastels, which is lovely next to blush.
- The Valentine Wooden Beads and Terracotta Clay Jewelry Set pairs an adjustable necklace with heart-shaped earrings in pink and green, made with natural wooden beads and terracotta clay.
Sage and green dresses
Sage is one of the most popular bridesmaid colors, and it pairs beautifully with earthy materials.
- The Heart Pendant with Green Wooden Beads features a square terracotta heart pendant on green wooden beads, with an adjustable fit.
- The Floral Clay Boho Necklace & Dangle Earrings Set comes in a green colorway with delicate hand-painted botanical details.
Navy, dusty blue and periwinkle dresses
- The Blue Butterfly Necklace & Earrings Set brings soft blue tones and delicate details. It is a whimsical, nature-inspired choice for a garden wedding.
- The Indigo Bloom Dangle Earrings pair crisp white botanical motifs with deep indigo, which looks sharp against navy.
Burgundy, wine and red dresses
- The Crimson Heart Jewelry Set features a red heart-inspired necklace with coordinating earrings and floral-inspired details. It suits fall and winter weddings.
- The Crimson Pulse Terracotta Heart Jewelry Set is a smaller, more delicate heart design if you want something quieter.
More romantic picks live in our heart jewelry collection.
Black dresses
Black bridesmaid dresses are a blank canvas, so color pops.
- The Floral Clay Boho set in black and red keeps things elegant with a flash of color.
- The Tribal Design Terracotta Necklace & Earrings are hand-painted in black, red and white geometric patterns and described as easy to dress up for a simple black dress.
White, ivory and neutral dresses
- The Floral Clay Boho set in white is soft and understated for an all-neutral party.
- The Shell, Bead & Clay Flower Pendant Necklace mixes beads, shell and hand-molded clay for a light, beachy feel.
Yellow, marigold and terracotta dresses
- The Floral Terracotta Clay Choker Jewelry Set comes in yellow, red or blush pink. The small choker suits strapless dresses.
- The Terracotta Dangle Necklace & Earrings Set comes in black, orange or pink. The orange is a warm match for rust and terracotta dresses.
Matching bridesmaid jewelry sets
A matching jewelry set is the simplest way to pull a bridal party together. Most of our sets let you buy the necklace only, the earrings only, or both, so you can mix and match. Here are three ways to use them:
1. Same set for everyone
Give every bridesmaid the same necklace and earrings. Because each piece is hand-painted, there will be small natural differences, which keeps it from feeling too uniform.
2. Same design, different colors
Perfect for mismatched dresses. The Floral Terracotta Clay Choker set comes in yellow, red and pink. The Floral Clay Boho set comes in black and red, white and green. The Terracotta Dangle set comes in black, orange and pink. Give each bridesmaid the colorway that matches her dress.
3. Earrings for all, necklace for the maid of honor
Everyone wears the same earrings, and the maid of honor gets the full set. It is a small, sweet way to mark her role.
If the wedding has a relaxed, outdoor feel, browse our boho jewelry for more earthy, colorful ideas.
Bridesmaid jewelry as a thank-you gift
Jewelry doubles as a bridesmaid gift, which saves time and budget. Handmade clay pieces are colorful enough to wear again to brunch, work and other weddings, so they will not sit in a drawer after the big day. Every order includes free insured U.S. shipping and a free surprise gift, and you have 30 days to return if something is not right.
Care tips for the wedding day
- Put jewelry on last, after hairspray, perfume and lotion.
- Keep clay pieces dry. Terracotta is porous, so take it off before any pool or beach photos.
- Store each piece in its pouch until it is time to get dressed.
FAQ
Should bridesmaid jewelry match?
It does not have to. Many brides choose the same design in different colors, or the same earrings for everyone with a different necklace for the maid of honor.
What jewelry goes with a sage green bridesmaid dress?
Earthy pieces work well. Try the Heart Pendant with Green Wooden Beads or the Floral Clay Boho set in green.
Can I buy just earrings for my bridesmaids?
Yes. Most of our sets offer an earrings-only option, and we also have individual pairs like the Coquette Bow and Indigo Bloom dangles.
Is clay jewelry comfortable for a long wedding day?
Yes. Our clay jewelry is lightweight, which makes it easy to wear from the ceremony through the reception.
