Pearls. Women everywhere love them. I, personally, have several gorgeous necklaces, but what should we be considering when purchasing an elegant strand? An iridescent pearl is formed within the shell of an oyster when an irritant, such as a grain of sand, finds its way inside the mollusk shell. The pearl is created as layer upon layer of calcium carbonate covers the irritant until a perfect luminous pearl develops within the shell. Although natural pearls are rarely found in wild oysters, most modern pearls are grown at oyster farms. These cultured pearls are just as real as the wild variety, but they are not valued as highly since they are so much more easy to obtain.
Whether it is an antique string handed down for generations, or a piece of costume jewelry purchased at the mall, most women will eventually own pearls. There are several varieties of pearls to choose from, and they range in price from quite reasonable to the very expensive. The cost of a particular type of pearl is determined by its beauty as well as its rarity. The much sought after Tahitian South Sea pearls are typically dark colored. Their iridescent colors include nearly black, purple, green, blue and every shade between. White and golden varieties of pearls from the South Sea are the most expensive and cherished of all.
Akoya pearls are grown in Japan, and have been worn by Japanese women for many decades. The careful attention that is lavished on their production make creating necklaces from perfectly matched pearls possible. Although Akoya pearls range in grades from poor to high, only those graded in the top 10 percent are sold by several discriminating stores.
The simply elegant beauty of a pearl choker and earrings has often been the choice of a traditional bride. The jewelry may have been passed down to her from her mother or grandmother as the required “something old”, or it may just be the perfect piece to set off her bridal gown. In either case, pearls add an understated beauty that perfectly accentuates the bride’s white dress. In general, white pearl jewelry is extremely versatile and compliments every outfit from blue jeans to your favourite little black dress. Even a simple outfit will instantly look chic and elegant and very cool. With contemporary designs these are no longer your grandmother’s pearls.
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I´m not such a great fan of pearls… but it´s always nice to know these things!! May be someday I grow to like them and now I know how to buy them!!
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Tastes change all the time. I used to think they were stuffy but now I love them!
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I have several pearl necklace and my favorite one is actually not even “real”. My mom gives me a heard time about this, but I just love my Chanel long pearl necklace. Ever since I saw Anne Hathaway wore one in Devil Wears Prada, I became obsessed and knew I had to get something similar. Pearl necklaces are definitely the best way to class up any outfit.
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Agreed! I love pearls too!
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Oh pearls are always going to be in fashion.. I love how classic they are and understated… I’m actually wearing pearl earrings right now!
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Agreed! Oh that reminds me I have some beautiful pearl earrings… I should dig them up.
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I adore pearls. I received a strand from my grandmother when I graduated high school….that was her signature gift for the grand daughters. The amazing thing is is that she always found them at garage sales. Probably never paid more than $1 for them. Mine appraised for $400. I bought pearls for our daughter when she graduated too…not from a garage sale. She loves hers too.
That is the most wonderful tradition. I love it! Thanks.
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Pearls are going to be huge this year!
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Pearls, not only do all women love them but they are timeless! My mom bought me my first set – necklace & bracelet when I was fifteen. A soft rose colour and little did she know that over fifteen years later, they would match perfectly to my blush wedding gown.
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Oh that must have been so beautiful! Thanks for sharing!!
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Bellissimi!
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Thank-you!
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Couldn’t agree more… pearls go with EVERYTHING. I own several strands of pearls, and they’ve turned into everyday wear accessories for me! Great post 🙂 Gorgeous jewelry!
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I love pearls they are classic and never go out of fashion! They add a touch of elegance to any outfit!
Lovely post!
Keisha xo
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Thank you and agreed!
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Thanks! I just love them. Until I put that post up I didn’t realize how many strands of pearls I had!
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Love pearls <3
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So do I!
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Pearls have been my favorite lately! They’re just so timeless and elegant.
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Eileen
Agreed!
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Woow! I love pearls!!! ♥
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Thanks! So do I!
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I loveeeeeee pearls…. so elegant, timeless and feminine!!!!
The chic touch for every simple outfit!!!!
Happy sunday doll!!!!
Ha! So do I! Thank-you.
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I own a beautiful multi-string pearl necklace from my grandmother in the Philippines. I almost bought a pearl bracelet from a flea market shop the other day. I’m still thinking about it. Maybe I’ll have to go back!
I think you should! Maybe someday you can pass it on to a lucky girl!
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Ooooh, I love me some pearls especially if they are vintage. I’m always borrowing/stealing my Ma’s pearls!
Agreed. Vintage pearls are the best!
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Unfortunately not, pearls are a girls best friend, that and diamonds. Someday 🙂
Yes, diamonds are definitely up there as well!
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I love wearing peals and gold together, great post coocoo4coco.blogspot.com
Pearls and gold are a lovely combination!
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Pearls are classic and everyone always love them:)
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Agreed!
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Good tips.
We love pearls
The are always classy
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Gorgeous!
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pearls are so classy and elegant and timeless!!
fabulous post!
xoxo Vera & Rony
Thank you, I completely agree!
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