His Gift to Me

It is customary for the bride and groom to exchange gifts and men are becoming increasingly savvy with their purchase selections. Opting for more timeless and traditional items to present to their future wives on the morning of their wedding, men are electing to buy evocative pieces of jewelry. A gift of a strand of colored pearls or diamond earrings from a groom to his bride-to-be suggests a tasteful, yet memorable approach that is sure to make her glow while walking down the aisle. 

TIFFANY & CO.

Since 1886, Tiffany & Co. has developed standards to acquire only the world’s finest diamonds, serving couples with the most stylish jewelry and engagement rings presented in original settings. “A groom should give his bride-to-be something personal on the morning of their wedding day,” says Detra Segar, general manager of the New York flagship store. “If she loves pink, a pair of Pink Sapphire Tiffany Legacy Earrings would be an appropriate gift. If she has more modern taste, a diamond pendant from the Frank Gehry collection will make her eyes sparkle and make her feel loved.”

AUTORE

Pearls are exclusive just like relationships.  Synonymous with quality, innovation, uniqueness and style, Autore is recognized with delivering couples the most luxurious South Sea pearls from around the world’s most beautiful coastlines. “The gift of Autore South Sea pearls from a groom to his bride is a celebration of the bond they share and a symbol of their union and purity,” notes Sarah Young, international marketing and public relations manager for The Autore Group. “A gift of pearls from Autore reflects the warm glow that bathes a couple on their wedding day and is an everlasting reminder of the love they share.”

HARRY WINSTON

“When a groom purchases a diamond from Harry Winston, they are not only buying a symbol of love, but a piece of history,” says a spokespoerson in the public relations department for Harry Winston. Using only the finest in cut, color and clarity, Harry Winston provides couples with flawless diamond selections. Grooms come to Harry Winston for impeccable customer service and indisputable knowledge of diamonds. They suggest a gift of Cluster Diamond Earrings from a groom to his new bride. “These staple earrings will take her from her wedding day through all the important occasions in her life and never go out of style.” 

BEAUDRY

“When selecting a piece from the Beaudry Collection, grooms choose items that will become an heirloom for generations to come,” says founder and owner Michael Beaudry. Clients come to Beaudry because the “little pieces of art” are as special and unique as their relationships. Beaudry wants his brides to feel “treasured” while wearing his designs and suggests a perfect gift of a diamond and pearl drop pendant on a Diamonds Forever Necklace for a groom to gift to his bride. “It is a classic, yet sophisticated piece that is perfect for the wedding day; yet it can be worn for year’s to come.”

JUDE FRANCES

Jude Frances is acknowledged for designing distinctive pieces created by women, for women. Recognized for their interchangeable jewelry, grooms come to Jude Frances to find bold, elegant and timeless gifts for their bride. Co-owner Jude Steele wants her brides to feel cherished while wearing her designs. “Men usually have an idea of what they want for their bride and jewelry from Jude Frances takes much of the guess work out of it,” quotes Steele. When asked what she recommends for a groom to give his bride, Steele suggests: “A gift of a beautiful keepsake that can be worn and treasured for years to come.”

Written by Tracy B. Freedman

Photography: Gretchen Del Carmen; Earrings: Giollieria Italia at Lido Jewelers; Tuxedo: Jean Yves at Leonardo’s; Ascot: Private Collection at Leonardo’s