Pearls, Pearl Jewelry, Necklace & Earrings

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.
 
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