On her big day, a bride wants everything to be perfect. Her dress is exquisite and she is surrounded by the love of her friends and family. Nothing enhances the natural glow of a bride like the luster of cultured pearls. "Beautiful cultured pearl jewelry is available in a variety of styles and prices," notes Florence. "From delicate freshwater to pearls from the South Seas stunning in size and luster, pearls never go out of style and can be worn by the bride for years and years to come." The more traditional bride may opt for a cultured pearl choker or an elegant triple-strand collar, and a more modern bride may decide on a pearl drop pendant dangling on a delicate platinum or gold chain. Cultured pearl studs are a classic way to add a subtle touch to a bride's look, while more daring, shoulder-sweeping drop earrings offer a bolder expression of individuality.

Fine jewelry continues to play an important role even after the bride's attire has been established. Gifts for the wedding party should be lasting reminders of the special day. Couples will want to opt for gifts that commemorate their love for one another and their gratitude that their friends and family were by their side as they headed into a new life together. Colored gemstones laud numerous spiritual and mythical properties, and can be a great way to compliment the bridesmaids' dresses. Some colored gemstones, like blue topaz and amethyst, are accessibly priced so brides won't break their budgets with these thoughtful gifts. A pendant or a karat gold locket with an inscription of the date of their wedding is an instant heirloom that any bridesmaid will cherish and inscribed karat gold cufflinks or watches will help the groomsmen look dapper on the day of the wedding and for years to come.

Memories of one's wedding should last for years. With fine jewelry, even after the dress is put away and the guests have all gone home, there will be a precious reminder of the brilliance of the special day. A special piece of fine jewelry worn on one's wedding day can emerge from the photo albums and videos to be worn and cherished for generations to come.