While the iconic white wedding dress will never go out of style, brides often ask us about ways to make their wedding-day outfit look, well... less bridal! If you're hoping to create a relaxed, fashion-forward look on your big day, bridal statement earrings are a great way to achieve this, and equally, if you're a lifelong earring fiend, it'll be hard to imagine walking up the aisle without a special pair of danglers in tow! That's why, today, we've rounded up 32 gorgeous pairs of statement earrings to get you started on your search. From eye-popping designer buys to budget-friendly, high street finds, there's definitely a pair on this list that'll make your heart skip a beat! Not only that but you can wear them again and again, as they are decidedly 'unweddingy'.
Tips for Wearing Earrings on your Wedding Day
- Your earrings should be chosen with your wedding hairstyle in mind (or vice versa!) In general, bridal statement earrings are better suited to updos, but, if you're wearing your hair down, there are lots of ways to make it work. Talk to your hairstylist about trying a partial updo, asymmetrical braid, or a sleek blow dry with hair tucked behind one ear.
- When you've got a fabulous pair of earrings on, you don't need to wear a lot of other jewellery to look polished. If you're going for a particularly modern look, remember Coco Chanel's sage advice about taking one thing off before you leave the house. If you're a contented maximalist, on the other hand, feel free to go to town on the baubles!
- We've seen lots of brides effortlessly mix silver and gold on the big day, but if you're less-than-confident about styling your bridal look, it's safer to choose one metal - silver, white gold, yellow gold, rose gold, etc. - and stick to it.
- Heavy earrings can be uncomfortable for even short periods of time, so make sure to give your new purchases a trial run, on a night out for example, to make sure you're fully comfortable with them. It's also a good idea to keep your handbag close on the big day, in case you need to give your earlobes a break during dinner.
Statement Bridal Earrings to Shop Right Now
1. These River Island beaded earrings need no introduction. Affordable and full of impact.
2. These Oscar de la Renta fringe earrings give us such mermaid vibes. How perfect would they be for a beach wedding?
3. These gilded floral beauties from Mango are not for the faint of heart, but they are intensely cool, and could easily pass for a designer item.
4. Want to be dripping in diamonds on the special day but don't want to blow your budget? These rhinestone crystal earrings by Maison Roe are just the ticket.
5. You know we love a celestial bridal style moment, and these gold and pearl stud earrings by Lulu Frost are no exception!
6. On paper, pearl earrings are a classic choice, but these fashion-forward, white gold pieces by Natasha Sherling are giving the precious stone a new lease of life! As no two baroque Tahitian pearls are the same, you also get to hit on the mismatched earring trend!
7. We couldn't do a post about bridal statement earrings and not include a pair of tassled beauties! These neon pink earrings by Hart Hagarty are not only so cool but they're very affordable.
8. Why opt for pretty pearls on your big day when you can pick a pair that will elevate your gown to new heights? These freshwater strand pearls by A.B. Ellie are a lovely option.
9. These One Dame Lane star drop earrings couldn't be more perfect for a bride looking for stunning celestial jewellery.
10. Jetting off for a destination wedding and looking for a pair of full-on-fun earrings? These sunny Next raffia and bead earrings will catch compliments by the bucket load.
11. If oversized florals are your bag, why not make these Sézane earrings your 'something blue'?
12. Wow, these feathered Zara fancies will sure have all eyes on the bride on her big day. They come in pink too which would be a great addition to the after-party wardrobe.
13. It's no secret that we're big fans of bridal brand Bo and Luca, so we were thrilled when they start doing bridal accessories. How gorgeous would the iridescent clear crystal quartz Stevie earrings look glowing in the soft sun during an open-air ceremony?
14. For a look that harks back to the floral-obsessed 1960s and 1970s, we love these woven raffia and beaded earrings by Mignonne Gavigan.
15. Celebrate love with these heart-shaped crystal and bead earrings by Ale Walsh.
16. Put a pretty twist on the classic pearl with these romantic Alessandra Rich darlings.
17. These winged earrings by Mignonne Gavigan are best-sellers and we know they take flight off the shelves! Feminine and fun, the white and pink speckled print is ideal if you want to make a splash with your jewellery that still feels a bit more subtle.
18. These Completed Words twisted hoops are perfect for the laidback bride. Handmade from gold-plated recycled silver, they'll also just be an uber-cool addition to your jewellery box.
19. Looking for bow-utiful and bold bridal earrings? Beatriz Palacios has a long line-up of show-stoppers. These bowed bead earrings come in cream too.
20. These textured, geometric earrings from 8 Other Things Ell Earrings are the rarest of rare things: a pair of earrings that could pass for modern or vintage.
21. Nature lover? Then your heart should right about now be fluttering over these stunning butterfly earrings by Jennifer Behr.
22. If you're using tropical leaves in your wedding, these sparkling leaf earrings by Latelia will marry perfectly with the décor.
23. Looking like you're dripping in diamonds needn't cost a fortune with these cubic zirconia pear, marquise and oval drop earrings from Fields.
24. Let's face it you don't need to spend a mini fortune for jewellery that stuns. These & Other Stories drop earrings have bags of chic character and they'll be a 'handy something blue' too!
25. If you're searching for floral earrings with a statement twist these gilded stunners from Mignonne Gavigan are a must.
26. If in doubt, you can't go far wrong with a pair of cascading crystal earrings like these beauties from Twigs and Honey.
27. Some people will tell you to avoid colour on your wedding day, but we are not those people! How gorgeous would these sunshine yellow BaubleBar earrings be with a halter-neck wedding dress or bridal jumpsuit?
28. Handcrafted with sparkling Swarovski crystals, the Saundra Earrings by Jules Bridal Jewellery are the perfect accessory for a glamorous bridal look!
29. These retro floral earrings by Jennifer Behr will look fantastic as part of a stylish, boho bridal look.
30. Or why not put a spin on a classic hoop with these squiggly pretties by Kate Middleton-approved label Missoma? They'll be a fun favourite in your jewellery box long after the big day is over.
31. We're not advocating for overshadowing your dress with your jewels but these Caroline Svedbom earrings are just sublime.
32. You didn't think you needed hummingbird earrings for your wedding day, and, to be honest, you still don't, but we had to include this pair by Mignonne Gavigan, which is exceedingly kitschy in the best possible way. If you want it to be Mardi Gras on your ears, these are the earrings for you!
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