Top Wedding Accessories

The big day has arrived! You’ve finally found your wedding dress. But have you thought about your wedding accessories? By adding even a simple headpiece, a veil, or the essential bouquet of flowers, you’ll enhance your look and create a “wow” effect when your future spouse sees you at the church doors. In a Dolce Vita spirit, our team of wedding planners has selected some small accessories that will make all the difference on your wedding day in Italy.

Top Wedding Accessories for the Bride

For a bride, wedding accessories are essential in adding the final touches to her bridal look. They not only enhance her beauty but also reflect her personality and style. From head to toe, every detail counts in creating a memorable appearance. Here are some of the top wedding accessories for the bride:

• Jewelry: Statement earrings, a delicate necklace, or a classic bracelet can add sparkle and sophistication to the bridal look. It’s important to choose pieces that complement the dress and don’t overpower it.
• Shoes: The perfect pair of shoes should be comfortable enough to wear all day while also adding style. Whether it’s elegant heels, chic flats, or glamorous sandals, they should reflect the bride’s personality.
• Garter: Often a fun tradition, a garter can be a hidden but special accessory. Some brides choose to have one for themselves and another for the garter toss.
• Clutch or Handbag: A small, stylish clutch can be useful for holding essentials like makeup for touch-ups or tissues. It can be a subtle and practical addition to the bride’s attire.

Adorning Your Hair with Wedding Accessories

Who hasn’t dreamed of becoming a princess on their wedding day? This is the perfect moment to wear the traditional tiara that will make you the queen of the day. The tiara is the ideal accessory if you have chosen to wear a dress with a cathedral lace veil. However, for a bohemian chic and relaxed look, the comb and headband are what you need. Whether you’ve opted for an updo or loose hair, these accessories will enhance your style. Generally, headbands highlight the back of the hairstyle, so don’t hesitate to pair them with a back necklace!

Finally, choose a flower crown for a rustic style that will gracefully complement your dress. It’s a must-have for a trendy look that will make you look stunning and add a beautiful touch to your photos.

The Eternal Bouquet of Flowers

In Italy, the bouquet is considered the last gift from the groom to his fiancée before she becomes his wife. Much more than a simple accessory, it is part of your outfit and will make it unique. But be careful! Choosing the perfect bouquet isn’t so easy. It must match your dress, your figure, your personality, and the season. If your wedding dress is long and voluminous, opt for a small, uncomplicated round bouquet that will highlight you.

For your body type, if your hips are wider than your shoulders, an asymmetrical bouquet is ideal as it will help balance your silhouette. Finally, if you are romantic and sentimental, go for a cascading bouquet that brings magic and fairy-tale elegance. However, remember to choose your bouquet according to the season. Prefer heather in autumn, camellias in winter, peonies in spring, and of course roses in summer. As you can see, there are as many ideas as there are flowers!

The Romantic Veil

Veil or no veil? It’s a tough choice because the decision to wear a veil will have a significant impact on your dress. Long rooted in tradition, the veil is an essential accessory to enhance your dress and hairstyle on the big day. It completes the outfit and adds elegance and refinement. This magical accessory for this unique moment will elicit great emotions from your loved ones. From the birdcage veil to the cathedral veil, there are many models and ways to wear it.

You can secure it at the bottom, middle, or top of your head using a comb or small pins. The veil should also match your hairstyle. Our wedding planners recommend matching the veil with your hairstyle: an updo or loose hair, it’s up to you! In lace, rhinestones, pearls, or crystals, your veil will illuminate you.

Top Wedding Accessories for the Groom

After choosing his wedding suit, it’s time to select the accessories. Want to stand out? Opt for a boutonniere that will add a poetic touch. A flower on the suit is considered the height of good taste and elegance. This mini floral arrangement can be placed on your suit, either at the pocket or on the left lapel. Be careful! The boutonniere must match the bride’s bouquet, your tie or bow tie, and of course, the wedding theme. With one or more flowers, white or colored, the ensemble must be harmonious. Other gentlemen can also wear the boutonniere: it is often worn by the groom’s father or the witnesses. Don’t waste time, choose the boutonniere and continue this lovely tradition. Have a spare boutonniere ready as heat and frequent movements can quickly damage the arrangement.

Offering a Typical Accessory to Your Guests

Tired of eating sugared almonds at every wedding? Want something more original? Delight and surprise your guests by offering them a piece of Italy: a mini bottle of Limoncello. You can make this iconic drink yourself with a few lemons, water, a bit of alcohol, and a touch of sugar. Distribute the Limoncello in small bottles and decorate them with a beautiful personalized label to make it unique.

As tradition dictates, offer this gift at the end of the meal. Your guests will leave with an unforgettable souvenir of this memorable day. The pumo is also an original typical gift. This ceramic rosebud is traditionally given at weddings in Puglia as a symbol of fertility and prosperity.