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In Bridal Dress, the Old Rules No Longer Apply

Oscar de la Renta spring 2018 bridal runway show. PHOTO COURTESY OF REX/SHUTTERSTOCK

When we talk about non-traditional being the new norm for weddings, we weren’t exactly thinking white denim and all styles of pants as viable alternatives to gowns. But on the spring 2018 bridal runways, Oscar de la Renta and independent talents showed these casual variations, along with their more serious floor-length lace and beaded numbers. This informal approach to bridal calls for more alternative options in all forms of wedding jewelry. 

Julie Lamb

18K white gold and diamond effortless teardrop cuff.

$10,500

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Shay

18K white gold and diamond Taken necklace.

$3,360

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Just Jules

14K art deco slim rings.

$2,255 (diamond), $1,650 (emerald)

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This article originally appeared in the September 2017 edition of INSTORE.

Beth Bernstein

Beth Bernstein is a published author of three books and jewelry and fashion expert with 18+ years experience. A broad knowledge of the history of jewelry and fashion coupled with a background in "the story", writing, trends, design concepts has earned Beth a proven track record.

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