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Marilyn Monroe might think that diamonds are a girl’s best friend, but who says decking yourself with shiny gems is the only way to accessorize your wedding dress? You’ll stand out even more if you finish off your wedding dress with a non-traditional object, like lace. Lace bridal jewelry is a gorgeous and creative alternative to traditional bridal jewelry. The same rules still apply – the more simple the gown, the larger and more ornate the lace jewelry. The more embellished the gown, the simpler the jewelry.

You can easily make lace jewelry yourself with lace from a craft store, or you can buy them from US-based Etsy seller Live in Style. They’re a little expensive, but the craftsmanship looks excellent and each piece is intricately designed. I’m absolutely in love with her creations; check out my favorites below!

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Chloe features ivory lace blossoms asymmetrically arranged and held up by two antiqued brass chains. It’s a lovely way to dress up a simple wedding dress.

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Follow the fall 2010 black accent trend with a strand of black lace blossoms around your neck. Amp up the style factor with a pair of black gloves.

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Who says lace can only be used as part of a bridal veil? You might want to use a lace-adorned headband instead of the usual Swarovski crystal tiara or hairclip.

Photos from LiveInStyle