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Top 6 Glamorous Bridal Accessories to Sparkle on Your Wedding Day
When it comes to your wedding day, I’m pretty certain you will want to sparkle. So, when you're looking to find the perfect glamorous bridal accessory to make the sparkle happen, it’s easy at With This Bling. You can choose one item or a special item from each of these 6 bridal accessories to add that “wow” sparkle into your day.

Which one will be your favorite{s}? Will it be Jewelry, Headpieces, Bridal Purses, Bridal Veils, Bouquet Jewelry, and/or Bridal Sashes?

1. Bridal Veils

Depending on your type of wedding - indoor, outdoor, formal or casual - you can find the perfect veil style. There’s the vintage birdcage wedding veil, classic shoulder and elbow length wedding veils, and even fingertip length veils.

2. Bridal Jewelry

The perfect amount of sparkle will complete any wedding day - and bridal jewelry is the perfect place for that sparkle. Depending on the amount of bling you want - you can go with a full tiara and jewelry set or maybe you simply select a few pieces of bridal jewelry. Consider adding just a necklace or fancy earrings if you prefer to go a bit more simple on your wedding day. You can even have your wedding day jewelry be the something new - maybe it’s Swarovski earrings, a rhinestone bracelet or a pearl necklace? {and don’t forget about the ladies in your bridal party - they might like a little “something new” gift for the big day as well}

3. Bridal Purses and Bags

Since there's bound to be a few things you will need nearby as you dance the night away at the reception, you will want something special to carry the essentials in. {your bridesmaids will too} A bridal evening bag is the perfect accessory choice to keep your belongings safe and to keep your “something old” secure.

4. Bridal Headpieces

If you prefer to top your wedding hairdo with something fancy - you will want to consider a bridal headpiece. If you’re planning a traditional wedding, you might choose both the tiara and veil or just a formal wedding tiara. If you’re a modern bride, you may opt for a simple headpiece or wedding hair flowers for that sparkle. Hair adornments include: Barrettes, Crowns, Hair Clips & Combs, Hair Pins, Hats, Headbands, Tiaras, and Twist Ins.

5. Bridal Sashes

Not only are bridal sashes gorgeous and full of sparkle - they can flatter your waistline even more dramatically than your wedding dress does. They’re a popular trend for both vintage and traditional brides - and you can find sashes and belts embellished with rhinestone beading, pearls or Swarovski crystals.

6. Bouquet Jewelry

One way to add the sparkle factor on your wedding day is to add sparkling crystals right in your wedding flowers with bouquet jewelry. You can choose from bouquet buckles and pins to attached to your wrapped bouquet. Or, you can add crystal floral jewelry directly into the centers of your bridal blooms.
Unique Wedding Gifts for the Ladies {brides, bridesmaids + flowergirls}

My Holiday Wedding Gift Guide is one you won't want to miss as it's filled with gifts for the bride and groom, the groomsmen, the bridesmaids, and even your flower girl. Of course, each gift can also be for anyone on your list this holiday season. Today, the spotlight is on unique gifts for all the ladies in the wedding. From the bride to her bridesmaids, to the flower girl{s} and even the mothers. You can see the wedding gift ideas for the guys here.

These Handmade and Personalized Leather Initial Necklaces from Lindsay make pretty gifts for the flower girl or junior bridesmaid. They feature a hand-painted letter and Czech glass beads. You can personalize the necklace by choosing the letter and the girl's favorite color.

The Karolina Kimono - a timeless and romantic wedding gift for the bride

The Karolina Kimono - a timeless and romantic wedding gift for the bride

What could be more lovely than this elegant, lace robe trimmed in velvet? Trousseau worthy, timeless and romantic, this Karolina Kimono from The Giving Bride is a statement piece that will make the bride feel happy ever after.

Katie at Green End Designs is now offering hand painted wedding dress portraits in either acrylic or oil on canvas. Commemorate the dress of your life with a gorgeous painted rendition of your dress.

These Marquee Labradorite Earrings from Green End Designs would make a beautiful gift for the bridesmaids and the mother of the bride and groom. They have a cubic zirconia post and are set in vermeil. Green End Designs also offers you the chance to insert your own style into your bridal party and wedding jewelry with custom necklaces, earrings, and bracelets.

A Secret Jewelry Sale Just For You from Blue Nile . . .

Today is an exciting day as the holiday season has started. But, in all honesty, how is it November already? Luckily, I have some great news to share with you . . . a secret jewelry sale has just started at Blue Nile. The timing is perfect with upcoming holiday weddings, office parties, family gatherings, and date nights either out on the town or at home by the warm fire. This jewelry sale is for a limited time and you can save 40% on select items from Blue Nile's collection of fine jewelry. To save the 40% - simply enter SECRETSALE at checkout. Below is a preview of the great jewelry that's on available for 40% off. UPDATE: Diamond Earrings have now been added to the sale!

Click here to start shopping and saving for your next "something fancy" and make a statement at your next party or date night.

Terms:  Save 40% on select items. Valid while supplies last on jewelry products found here. Offer not valid on sale merchandise, loose diamonds, settings, Build Your Own Diamond Jewelry™, gift certificates, Designer Collective, Zac Posen jewelry, Monique Lhuillier jewelry, polishing cloths or cleaner purchases. Not valid for special orders. Reference code SECRETSALE must be entered in cart or mentioned over phone at time of purchase. Offer may not be combined with any other offer, cannot be applied retroactively and does not apply towards any duties, taxes or shipping insurance fees. Void where prohibited. Offer expires midnight EST 11/25/2015. The offer terms and conditions are subject to change at any time without prior notice. Other restrictions may apply.
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12 Styles of Stunning Jewelry under $200

Fall Jewelry has gone bold with timeless styles from Blue Nile for under $200. It's now super easy to start shopping for your wedding and bridesmaids before the holiday wedding season begins. You will not only save money by shopping from this "It List", but, you will find some amazing jewelry that can be paired together to create a pretty finished look.

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Brides X BaubleBar Collection of Stunning Wedding Jewelry

In honor of their 80th anniversary, BRIDES and Baublebar have teamed up to create the exclusive Baublebar X BRIDES collection, which made its debut yesterday. This all new collection will have you sparkling on your special day. The exquisite line is perfect for any wedding-related occasion and the jeweled pieces can easily be worn again after the big day. Below is a sampling of my favorites . . . I'm especially loving the statement necklaces.