Planning your wedding entails so many situations. Some are small, some are large, yet all are of equal importance. One of the most vital decisions you’ll make is about the colour scheme of your wedding. From pastels to lustrous jewel tones, a wedding’s colours have major historical and symbolic meanings. When deciding on a colour scheme, be sure to keep in mind the kind of jewellery you and your attendants intend to wear. Whether it’s real gemstones or stunning faux gemstone crystals, your jewellery will have a dramatic quality that’s filled with meaning. Here are a few notes about one specific coloured gemstone or crystal, the ruby.

Bridal Accessories – About the Ruby

The term ruby comes from the Latin term “rubeus”, which means “red.” Some of the first known references to this gemstone go back to nearly 1000 BC. This gem is referenced by Marco Polo in his writings. In prehistoric eastern cultures, the ruby was alleged to protect its wearer from enemy assaults. Oriental legends held that if a ruby lost its colour and radiance, it was a warning of impending danger or an indicator of the existence of poison. It’s alleged that the death of Catherine of Aragon, the first spouse of England’s King Henry VIII, was predicted by the dimming of her ruby. On a positive note, the jewel also is thought to grant long life, contentment and health. The ruby is viewed as having protective qualities and is said to attract friends. The deeply intense colour of the ruby also signifies desire, commitment, love, immortality, vigour, confidence, bliss and strength. What bride wouldn’t want to have all these qualities in her marriage?

Bridal Accessories – Selections for a Necklace in Ruby Crystals

If the colour scheme of your wedding is red, then ruby gems or crystals are a superb choice. Why not select a chic necklace that has silver plated branches that have hanging clusters of red blossoms crafted with beautiful Swarovski crystals. This necklace has a sterling silver chain. For a truly spectacular look, there’s a shining necklace of gorgeous crystals string beside each other like a string of pearls. While this necklace has a simple design, the effect is spectacular. This necklace would be a fantastic choice for bridesmaids. For an outdoor wedding, pick out a necklace with a vine motif entangled with Swarovski crystal flowers in bright red. This necklace has an outstanding vintage look. Another proposal is to merge freshwater or glass pearls with ruby crystals that appear to have an inner radiance. For an especially opulent look, order the necklace in a gold plated version. For the bride who favours simplicity, there’s a necklace which has a carved mother of pearl leaf as well as a delicate cluster of crystals on a slim sterling silver chain. Finally, to bring attention to your face, select a short, five-strand necklace with ruby-toned Swarovski crystals and opaque beads placed along a silver chain.

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With its abundant history and symbolic importance, the ruby justifies a place in any wedding with a red colour scheme.

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