Bridal Jewelry Trends 2008: Chandelier

Chandeliers

The Austrian crystal company Swarovski is widely recognized as producing the finest crystal in the world. The cut and clarity is unmatched, which is why Swarovski crystals are used so much in bridal jewelry. Did you know that Swarovski also produces crystals for chandeliers?

Swarovski chandelier parts are as perfectly cut as the jewelry components, but they are bigger and bolder. I love using the Swarovski chandelier components in bridal designs. They work beautifully as pendants on necklaces, drop earrings, and charms on a bracelet.

Chandelier drops come in all different shapes and colors. I love the pineapple, marquis, and octagon shapes. I've seen huge cut crystal hearts up to 40mm (titanic, anyone?)