Without a doubt, the most popular form of bridal jewelry (besides the engagement ring of course) is pearl jewelry - especially pearl earrings.

Pearl earrings are the perfect complement to a pearl necklaces and are often sold as a matched "bridal set". Pearl earrings usually feature matching white round pearls or drop pearls, which are teardrop in shape.

Pearl earrings are also commonly given as wedding anniversary gifts. Freshwater pearl earrings are the anniversary gemstone for the 1st year of marriage while saltwater pearls are the anniversary gemstone for the 12th and 30th year of marriage.