A guide to bridal necklaces, earrings, cufflinks and bespoke pieces from West London's most-loved jeweller, Sophie Harley.
There is a particular alchemy to wedding day jewellery. The dress will be photographed, the flowers will be remembered but it is the jewellery that survives the day intact, slipped onto a finger, fastened at the neck, drawn from a velvet box on every anniversary thereafter. For brides and grooms looking for fine, handmade wedding jewellery with a story behind it, Sophie Harley's wedding collection offers beautiful and distinctive pieces, created in precious metals and set with sparkling diamonds with freshwater pearl drops, featuring Sophie’s unmistakable signature winged heart detail.
Discover our Wedding edit for couples planning the day: signature pieces for the bride, thoughtful cufflinks for the groom, and a bespoke service for those drawn to something made entirely their own.
Wedding Jewellery for the Bride
Algerian Love Knot Necklace - A Bridal Heirloom with a James Bond Story
The Algerian Love Knot Necklace is the studio's most-loved bridal piece, and arguably its most famous design. Sophie was specially commissioned to create the original for Eva Green's character, Vesper Lynd, in the 2006 James Bond film Casino Royale, and the necklace returned to the screen again in Quantum of Solace. A contemporary reworking of an ancient knot motif, it brings together intricate engraving, fine wire-work and detailed granulation, finished with a T-bar clasp and Sophie's signature winged heart, a symbol of love, hope and liberation.
Heavenly Earrings - Timeless Bridal Earrings, Handmade in London
Earrings on a wedding day sit at the same height as the smile, the kiss and the toast, and so they must flatter from every angle. The Heavenly Earrings are designed to do exactly that - handmade in the studio with exquisite details that catch the light. They suit a bride wearing her hair up, the nape of the neck on show, and they pair as easily with an heirloom veil as they do with a sleekly tailored suit.
Peace Pearl Necklace - A Pearl Wedding Necklace for the Romantic Bride
For the bride drawn to symbolism over sparkle, the Peace Pearl Necklace is a romantic choice. A large freshwater pearl hangs from a layered heart on an 18-inch belcher chain, set off by Sophie's doves and branches in sterling silver with 18ct gold-plated detail. It is a piece for the bride who is marrying in a country church, in a garden, or on a quiet morning. It’s a piece that will return to her wardrobe long after the dress has been put away.
For more bridal ideas, see Sophie's earlier journal piece on opulent wedding jewellery for the bride.
Wedding Jewellery for the Groom
The wedding suit is, by tradition, restrained. The cufflinks, then, become the place where personality is allowed to speak — a sentimental detail, a private joke, a piece of the day to keep.
Mini Loveknot Diamond Cufflinks - Wedding Cufflinks to Match the Bride
The Mini Loveknot Diamond Cufflinks echo the Algerian Love Knot, with a 3mm diamond set at the heart of each knot. At 15mm in diameter, made in sterling silver with 18ct gold-plated detail, they are a stunning choice for the groom whose bride is also wearing the love knot - a gesture of pairing that photographs beautifully and travels into anniversaries thereafter.
Hammered Square Cufflinks - Contemporary Wedding Cufflinks for the Groom
For grooms with a more contemporary eye, the Hammered Square Cufflinks bring a cleaner geometry to the cuff. The hand-hammered finish gives them a tactile, lived-in beauty straight out of the box - perfect with a morning coat through to a midnight-blue dinner jacket.
Bespoke Wedding Jewellery - Made by Appointment in West London
For couples who want a piece made entirely for them, an engraved inscription, an unusual stone, an heirloom diamond reset into something new, Sophie offers a bespoke jewellery design service by private appointment at her West London studio. This is also the place to commission a one-off engagement ring or wedding band, with thirty years of practice behind every consultation. In our experience, it is the most personal way to mark the day.
Frequently Asked Questions
What jewellery should a bride wear on her wedding day?
Bridal jewellery should complement the dress without competing with it. The most chic brides choose two or three pieces, typically earrings, a necklace, and the wedding band, in metals and stones that flatter and suit the neckline of the dress. At Sophie Harley, signature bridal pieces include the Algerian Love Knot Necklace, the Heavenly Earrings, and the Peace Pearl Necklace, all handmade in 18ct gold or sterling silver in the West London studio.
What is the Algerian Love Knot, and why is it famous?
The Algerian Love Knot is a contemporary reworking of an ancient knot motif designed by Sophie Harley. The original piece was specially commissioned for Eva Green's character, Vesper Lynd, in the 2006 James Bond film Casino Royale, and since appeared in Quantum of Solace. Today it is the studio's signature design, available as a necklace, bracelet, earrings and cufflinks.
What jewellery should a groom wear on his wedding day?
The most personal touch on a wedding suit is the cufflink. Sophie Harley's wedding cufflinks include the Mini Loveknot Diamond Cufflinks, which pair beautifully with the Algerian Love Knot Necklace if the bride is wearing one, and the Hammered Square Cufflinks for grooms drawn to a more contemporary aesthetic. Bespoke cufflinks can also be commissioned with personal engraving or set with additional stones.
Does Sophie Harley offer bespoke wedding jewellery?
Yes. Sophie Harley offers a bespoke jewellery design service by private appointment at the West London studio. Couples can commission engagement rings, wedding bands, eternity rings or one-off heirloom pieces using unusual diamonds and precious stones, with engraving and personal inscriptions available. Contact the studio directly to arrange a consultation.
Where is Sophie Harley based?
Sophie Harley designs and makes her jewellery in her West London studio, where she has been working for over thirty years. The bespoke design service is available by private appointment only.
