Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue…or so the saying goes. For me, the something old has always been special. As a vintage home decor collector, lover of vintage fashion and recipes, and someone who’s most cherished possessions are family heirlooms that have been passed on to me, I knew my wedding was no exception.

Here’s some of the heirlooms I’ve rounded up for our upcoming September wedding.

Wedding Band

When shopping for my wedding band, I probably tried on 40-50 rings. I was truly indecisive, and just couldn’t figure out what was the right item to commit to a life to. My ring was also so special on its own, I wanted something unique to highlight it, not overshine it. The modern ones weren’t doing it for me, so then I turned to heirloom.

Fortunately for me, A Brandt & Son was located a short drive from my parent’s house, so I spent a day on my spring break shopping for the perfect antique wedding band. What I discovered was better than I could ever imagine.

After trying many styles on, I went with an art deco band from 1917, with a filigree side and flanked with the most beautiful rose cut diamonds. Rose cut is an old style of cut that has a flat back (so it can connect straight to your heart) and is before the days of machine cut perfection. It has character, passion, and the most beautiful look under the candlelight. There’s something just a step above knowing this is a ring that has stood the test of time for so much love, and will continue through ours.

Garter

For my garter, and my something borrowed, I will be wearing my mom’s vintage garter from the 90s! This is such a beautiful piece, and also includes my something blue.

Other Jewelry Heirlooms

For other wedding jewelry, my fiancé and I are both wearing some special family pieces. I will be wearing antique earrings from my great-grandmother’s country club jewelry box, that have all the sparkle a girl could ever want. My fiancé will be wearing a pair of my grandfather’s cufflinks, which is particularly special since he won’t be with us on this day. I view jewelry as a way to keep the memory and spirit of those alive during these special life events

Finally, I am making sure that there will be some additional heirlooms from my wedding for future generations. This includes using the hemmed fabric from my dress for embroidered pocket squares for my fiancé and dad, as well as saving the rest for a christening dress.

I’d love to hear if you added any heirloom elements into your wedding!

All thoughts and opinions are my own.