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Updated Oct 14, 2024The Best Bridal Statement Earrings for 2024
Pearl, gold, silver and more—for every wedding budget.
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Every bride wants to make a lasting impression on their big day. Doing so tends to begin with the wedding dress (or perhaps some designer wedding shoes), but the influence of bridal statement earrings cannot be understated. After all, you're going to be getting a lot of face time with your guests. Contrary to popular belief, making a statement need require a "go big or go home" approach. Sometimes less is more and a minimalist bride can have just as much of a moment as a maximalist one. Personal style is of course paramount when it comes to choosing bridal jewelry but prevalent trends can give one focus if inspiration is lacking. To make for easy browsing, we've rounded up the best wedding earrings for 2024 (based on category) whether you're looking to spend, save, or splurge. When you're done, you should probably start thinking about updos.
In this article:
- Where to Shop for Statement Bridal Earrings
- Pearl Bridal Statement Earrings
- Gold Bridal Statement Earrings
- Silver Bridal Statement Earrings
- Crystal Bridal Statement Earrings
- Bold Bridal Statement Earrings
Where to Shop for Statement Bridal Earrings
Whether you're looking to splurge on wedding jewelry that can become a future heirloom or are simply in search of a steal to jazz up a little white dress for a courthouse wedding, there's a pair of bridal earrings for whatever type of statement you'd like to make. The beauty of the search process is that you have options (there is no "perfect" choice). However, there are a few guidelines that we recommend keeping in mind to achieve the most harmonious pairing. Read on for the 411 on some of our favorite retailers, followed by our editors' picks at every price point.
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- Revolve: Carrying such popular bridal accessories brands as Jennifer Behr and Lele Sadoughi, Revolve can be relied upon for an on-trend edit of big day must-haves. The site also boasts a wide array of little white dresses, bridal-appropriate shoes and clutches to offer a seamless shopping experience.
- BaubleBar: Too good to be true? Don't let the highly competitive pricing fool you. Be it trends or the classics, BaubleBar is a force to be reckoned with when it comes to accessorizing. If you're looking for a dupe of a piece you saw on a celebrity, chances are they've got it, in multiple colors.
- Moda Operandi: Of all the popular luxury e-commerce sites, Moda Operandi has perhaps the most interesting edit. Equal parts retailer and talent incubator, you can travel the world in just a few clicks and discover under-the-radar emerging talent. Moda is also known for brokering exclusives with designers to provide colors and designs that can only be found there.
- Shopbop: Whether you're looking for a rehearsal dinner dress, a pair of bridal pumps, or wedding jewelry, chances are you can find them all at Shopbop (the site is owned by Amazon afterall). It's also a great place to discover new brands and score items on sale.
- Lele Sadoughi: From pearl-rimmed sunnies to statement bridal earrings, hats and headbands, Lele Sadoughi is a one-stop shop for brides-to-be. Lisa (aka "Lele") launched J. Crew's first collection of costume jewelry and also worked as a designer for Rebecca Taylor and Tory Burch so it's safe to say she knows a thing or two about jewelry and accessories (Kate Middleton, Oprah Winfrey and Zendaya are fans).
Pearl Bridal Statement Earrings
When it comes to statement bridal jewelry, it doesn't get more classic than the pearl. Just like wedding dresses, the gemstone (whether real or faux) comes in a range of hues from stark white to champagne, meaning there's a perfect pearl pairing for your look. And don't make the mistake of thinking they're the conservative choice as edgy, asymmetrical styles and baroque pearls are all the rage.
Splurge: Oscar de la Renta Flower Pearl Champagne Earrings
Photo: Oscar de la Renta
Appropriately named, this seemingly endless strand of tiny pearls evoke the champagne bubbles to come. The shoulder-grazing length is perfect for shoulder-baring wedding dresses.
Spend: Lele Sadoughi Pearl Copacabana Linear Earrings
Photo: Lele Sadoughi
Pearls are an undisputed classic but lest things become too predictable, Lele Sadoughi mixes things up with a mix of shapes and sizes. Despite their outsized appearance, these faux pearls are incredibly lightweight.
Save: BaubleBar Francesca Earrings
Photo: BaubleBar
Suspended from a dainty gold chain, these pearls give off a more modern vibe than your standard pearl drops. This is a versatile pair you'll reach for again and again, long after the big day.
Gold Bridal Statement Earrings
When it comes to wedding jewelry, any mention of gold immediately conjures up images of wedding bands but there's no reason a bride can't opt for statement bridal earrings in the timeless metal. The warm hues of yellow gold pair beautifully with ivory wedding dresses and golden hour ceremonies by the water.
Splurge: Ben Amun Hammered Dangle Earrings
Photo: Neiman Marcus
A hammered effect keeps these gold danglers from feeling too brassy. They'd offer a welcome contrast to a high-shine satin wedding dress.
Spend: Gorjana Preston Drop Earrings
Photo: Gorjana
A sophisticated style that can be dressed up or down long after the wedding and a perfect mid-length for brides who would rather their earrings not do all the talking.
Save: BaubleBar Frances Earrings
Photo: BaubleBar
Chic and sculptural, we love the drop version of what we can safely say was the earring of the year (a certain Italian brand's viral teardrop studs). A failsafe choice for a CBK-esque slip dress.
Silver Bridal Statement Earrings
When it comes to weddings, silver tends to pop up more in conversations about table settings and registries but that needn't be the case. Particularly with brighter white dresses, silver really shines. And because of it's malleability (relative to other, harder metals), designers love to embrace sculptural shapes when working with it—and we hope you will too.
Splurge: Georg Jensen Moonlight Grapes Earrings
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A go-to for the Danish royal family, famed silversmith Georg Jensen's eponymous fim is known for boundary-pushing design. The lightness of these earrings belies their visual impact and they are sure to draw compliments.
Spend: Agmes Mini Cala Earrings
Photo: Agmes
NYC-based Agmes was an early champion of sustainable design and prioritizes recycled metals. We love these calla lily-inspired danglers, which will add an edgy yet feminine touch to any bridal ensemble.
Save: Alexis Bittar Crumpled Drop Earrings
Photo: Nordstrom
These gallery-worthy studs are an easy way to add a dose of whimsy to more streamlined bridal looks. Go ahead, break the mold.
Crystal Bridal Statement Earrings
If you followed in the footsteps of the vast majority of to-be-weds, chances are you're sporting a white diamond on your left hand. Why not enhance its shine with a pair of crystal statement earrings? Forget chandelier-style earrings. Modern brides are embracing more circular styles.
Splurge: Oscar de la Renta Larger Sunburst Earrings
Photo: Oscar de la Renta
A dazzling riff on hoops, this wheel-shaped earring's design means more surface area for more crystals. An excellent choice for evening ceremonies for a disc ball-like throw flight.
Spend: 8 Other Reasons Stone Burst Statement Earrings
Photo: Revolve
A range of crystal shapes, from round to baguette, add interest to these statement earrings. Their festive feel makes them a no-brainer for second looks on the dance floor.
Save: BaubleBar Ellis Earrings
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An elegant, wreath-like design is an ideal choice to pair with a white wedding dress with tonal floral appliques. The lack of color and continuation of the botanical theme will only enhance your bridal look.
Bold Bridal Statement Earrings
What's bold for one bride may be less so for another. It could mean embracing color or outsized designs. But from an editor's standpoint, bold means designs that break the mold and inevitably inspire others.
Splurge: Fernando Jorge Nebula Earrings
Photo: Fernando Jorge
"Directional" would be an understatement when describing Brazilian jewelry designer Fernando Jorge. Part of the designer's now iconic Surround series, these milk aquamarine stunners are a dream way to add "something blue" to your look.
Spend: Jennifer Behr Delphine Earrings
Photo: Jennifer Behr
A bold choice can also mean two trends in one. Jennifer Behr's divine vines feature crystal and mother-of-pearl-hued flowers in a shoulder-grazing length for maximum impact.
Save: Nicola Bathie Blue & White Belgravia Blossom Chinoisserie Vine
Photo: Nicola Bathie
Getting married in a garden setting? Bathie's blue blooms are no-brainer and will add a welcome pop of colour to your look.
