When a woman receives a quality
piece of pearl jewelry, it often
marks a milestone in her life. Pearls make classic gifts for sweet
sixteen, graduation, weddings and anniversaries. Pearl jewelry defies
passing trends and is essential to a complete jewelry collection. Pearls
are traditionally passed through generations, and are historically among
the most valued gemstones.
One of the most momentous occasions for a woman is her wedding day. Pearls and weddings make a lovely
match. Pearl jewelry is typically very simple. When used for bridal
jewelry, the reserved elegance of pearls compliments traditional
bridal glamour. Pearl
earrings are often worn as studs, but sometimes they are used in
dangle and drop earrings. If pearl earrings are described as .drop dangle.
earrings, it means that the pearl is suspended to .dangle. below the ear
lobe, and that the pearl is off round and tear drop shaped. Wedding
jewelry for brides is traditionally pearl stud earrings paired with
either a solitaire pendant or a strand of modest pearls. If the bride
wishes to have a more lavish pearl ensemble, she may choose White South
Sea pearls. Otherwise, Akoya pearls are typically used in bridal fashion.
White South Sea pearls are larger and more noticeable than Akoya pearls.
Sometimes small freshwater pearls fashion multi-strand chokers that are
embellished with enhancers. A pearl enhancer is a piece of jewelry that
suspends on a strand (or multiple) strand(s) of pearls like a pendant.
It can be bedecked with other gemstones and often showcases a single
larger pearl. Small freshwater pearls are also used to accent tiaras or
the wedding gown itself. Although pearls create lovely jewelry on their
own, they are often paired with diamonds for a bridal ensemble. This way
the bride celebrates two of the most famous and traditional gemstones.
Women who choose to showcase pearls in their wedding will frequently give
pearl sets to the bridal party. A pearl set usually consists of an
18-inch strand of pearls, stud earrings and a pearl
bracelet.
Pearls never go out of style or appear dated. Pearl jewelry is usually
classically designed to showcase the unique gemstones. It is difficult to
actually create a pearl necklace. Each pearl is distinct and pearl necklaces must be expertly
matched according to the standard value system. High quality pearl
jewelry is skillfully matched so that the difference between pearls is
only noticeable upon close inspection. Other important factors to
evaluate when choosing pearls are luster, color, size, and roundness.
Pearls are always in fashion due to their intrinsic value and versatile
style. Pearls can dress up jeans or modestly compliment an extravagant
outfit. They fit into the style wardrobes of fashionistas and
minimalists.
Some of the most iconic images of pearls are supplied by Audrey Hepburn
(Breakfast at Tiffany.s), Elizabeth Taylor, Jackie Kennedy, Marilyn
Monroe, Sarah Jessica Parker, Coco Chanel and Princess Diana.
