Ocean-inspired jewelry is a great way to accent yourself for your wedding, whether you’re having a seaside ceremony, or simply acknowledging your love of the sea. However, it can be a bit tricky as when people think ocean-inspired jewelry, they think of gaudy plastic starfish bracelets or globs of plastic “coral” pieced together to make a necklace. Here are four beautiful baubles that won’t make you look like you bought your accessories at a souvenir shop.
WHEN YOU WISH UPON A STARFISH
This delicate Elsa Peretti sterling silver necklace is aquatic without making a huge splash. The chain is netlike, and the starfish is more star than fish. Available at Tiffany & Co. for $625.
COOL CORAL
Coral jewelry doesn’t have to be clumps of orange-red plastic pieced together to look like the coral at the bottom of the ocean. Use the color coral to make an aquatic statement instead, like this Alexander McQueen cuff. The gold skulls add a subtle touch of pirate without making you look costume-y. Available at Bergdorf Goodman for $215.
PERFECTLY PEARL
If you’re not into starfish and skulls yet still want a reminder of the sea, why not try a pearl accent, like these gorgeous Mikimoto earrings? Made of Black South Sea pearls in 18-karat white gold with diamond detail, they’re available at Neiman Marcus for $3,950.
SEDUCTIVE SAPPHIRE
Think about your favorite book about the high seas—what color is often used to describe the color of the water? It’s most likely sapphire, another great way to pay tribute to the ocean without resorting to seahorse-shaped jewels. This stunning beauty is available at Harry Winston, price upon request.
