“Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue and a sixpence in your shoe.” 

Elated brides hear the saying, "Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue and a sixpence in your shoe. It is a poem that dates back to the Victorian era.

“Something old” represents the bond between the bride's family and her life prior to her wedding; the “new” represents the good fortune, success and happiness that she will have in her marriage; the “borrowed” is something borrowed from a family member or a friend that serves as a reminder of support from loved ones; the “blue” represents constancy, fidelity and loyalty that the newlyweds share as husband and wife.

Many brides choose to wear their mother’s or grand-mother’s vintage wedding gowns and jewelry. As Vivian’s Vision, we showcase a variety of Wedding Jewelry Designs that will encompass these four items in a trendy, yet fashionable way.

Linking the bride to her family and friends, something old represents continuity. At Vivian’s Vision, Austrian Swarovski crystals are a classic collectible and choice for many years to come.

“Something new” encourages the bride’s perspective on happiness and prosperity. Within the White Collection, prospective brides can delight in trendy, affordable and modern designs for their new wedding ensemble.

“Something borrowed,” inspired me to incorporate your vision of your big day into the ideal jewelry design. I cannot imagine anything more inspiring then to have a custom piece created for your wedding which is completely based upon your input and individual tastes. I can also cater your bridesmaids as well! Try matching jewelry for your bridesmaid’s dresses for a clean, crisp and complete look. Many designs can be catered to your specific tastes, color preference and needs.

“Something blue” stands for fidelity and loyalty in the marriage and the couple’s commitment to one another. For an added touch of class, try Vivian’s Vision jewelry designs that encompass subtle blue hues that will give you a light look of confidence and trust as you enter this new chapter of your life. 

At Vivian’s Visions, there are many jewelry designs to choose from. However, it is important to consider the style and neckline of your special wedding dress.  Here are some names of various necklines:

•  Asymmetric

This wedding gown neckline, as the name connotes, features a gown with a single strap or an asymmetric neckline.

• Bateau

The bateau, or boat neck, connects at the edges of the shoulders, leaving a long neckline that runs from shoulder to shoulder along the collarbone. This sleek style can either be strapless or have any length of sleeve.

• Halter

This neckline features two straps that connect from the bodice to the back of the neck. There are many options with the halter, as it can be a variation of the square neckline where the straps pull from a horizontal bodice.

• High Collar

A high collar covers the chest and can either end just below the neck or extend up the neck. Having a high collar on your wedding dress will create a formal and elegant look.

• Jewel

This round neckline flows along the base of the neck.

• Queen Anne

The Queen Anne features a high collar at the back and sides of the neck, slowly curving down into a low, open heart shaped neckline.

• Off The Shoulder

Off the shoulder dresses do just that, hang off the shoulder. The neckline encircles your torso, wrapping around the outside of your upper arms, just below the shoulder.

• Portrait

Similar to the off-the-shoulder neckline, the portrait wedding gown neckline offers a wide, soft scoop, to frame the shoulders.

• Scoop

This basic neckline arcs down from one shoulder to the other in a "U" shape. Much like the v-neck, the scoop can be as deep or as high as you feel comfortable with, depending on the amount of skin you want to expose.

• Square

The square neckline has a straight horizontal bodice that meets with straps in a 90 degree angle.

• Strapless

This simple neckline extends from one underarm to the other without the support of straps.

• Sweetheart

The sweetheart neckline gets its name from the way it arcs, connected between them in a "V" and creating what looks like the top of a heart. This style is most commonly found on strapless dresses.

• V-Neck

The V-neck drops the neckline down in a "V" shape between the shoulders. This neckline can range from very subtle to plunging, depending on how revealing you want your dress to be.

When you choose a Vivian’s Vision jewelry piece, I will recommend the various necklines which will flatter each design.

Please do remember that not all necklines are similar when ordering your bridesmaid’s jewelry designs. And custom orders can take up to 5 weeks for production. Although this time frame can vary depending on the quantity ordered, workmanship involved and inventory of materials.

Other points to consider when purchasing your wedding jewelry include:

• Theme of wedding
• Color Preference
• Formal or casual

At Vivian’s Vision, you have the freedom to wear your wedding jewelry long after your wedding date.  The jewelry designs are timeless and can be worn with casual or dressy styles. Your wedding jewelry does not have to be stored away in a shadow box….enjoy it for years to come!

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