Pearls are a symbol of femininity and grace. For many years long and multi-layered strands of white pearls have been associated with the sophisticated elegance and opulence advocated by Coco Chanel. Other famous women have turned pearls into a personal trademark, being proud to wear these gorgeous little gems in any given occasion. Lately, brides all over the world went over the classic prejudice that pearls and wedding ceremonies meant bad luck. Now they are shining bright with their pearl pieces. But as we all know, pearls cannot be seen just through a black or white lens. We now have access to a myriad of unusually colored pearl jewelry. read more

If you paid attention to the latest events involving red carpets and plenty of celebrities, you surely noticed many such world-popular women are wearing pearl drop earrings, pearl chandelier earrings, and pearl dangles to style up their outfits and enhance their facial features. When it comes to pearl drop earrings, things take a more glamorous path, even if some pearl drop earrings can be easily integrated into casual or business attire. The more complicated and statement-like the pearl earrings look (in terms of design and accompanying metals or gemstones), the more elegant the outfit and the occasion must be. read more

Just like pearl necklaces, pearl stud earrings have a timelessness flair to them, a feel of mystery and elegance that has been accompanying women on all occasions since the dawn of time. Like many other types of pearl jewelry, pearl stud earrings have also been associated with bridal attire. But if history has taught us anything, it’s that pearls entered the modern fashion with a bang, and they are here to stay. This is why you will now find a myriad of pearl earrings in many colors, shapes, and designs, ready to enhance a woman’s classiness and femininity from office morning meetings to late night dinner parties. read more

Do you know what is even better than a string of pearls? More strings of pearls! Today’s fashion trends seem to go beyond the borders of the classic pearl wearing etiquette focusing on pearl layers as the ultimate statement of glamorous elegance. Just as Coco Chanel said, “a woman needs ropes and ropes of pearls” and her affirmation still stands almost a century later. Some might think that wearing pearl layers are reserved for high-end pretentious events such as galas, black-tie parties, benefits and so on. It makes sense at a first glance: pearl layers turn an outfit into a statement-like, shiny and opulent piece which may not work at the office or in the park. read more

Many mistakenly believe that pearl rings are solely dedicated to women getting engaged and married. While it is true that such pieces are preferred as engagement rings and usually worn together with wedding bands, our contemporary world went beyond tradition, turning pearl rings into standalone accessories for feminine, modern and stylish women of all ages, regardless of their marital status. Pearls are probably the most revered gemstones of our time, adding the exact necessary glamor to any type of outfit without becoming flashy or looking out of place when paired with casual attire. read more

We have talked about wearing pearl necklaces before, but we focused on casual outfits and pairing pearl necklaces with specific types of dresses, among others. Today we will take a look at the etiquette of wearing a pearl necklace in various everyday life contexts, including, of course, formal events, office days, date night and business meetings. Wearing a classic pearl necklace is a pride and a privilege for many women of all ages. Designers together with fashion experts cannot emphasize enough the fact that wearing pearls in this day and age has nothing to do with you looking like your grandma. On the contrary, your grandma would be proud, as pearls are indeed some of the most precious weapons in a woman’s arsenal of beauty and seduction. read more

Some people think that pearls should be reserved for cocktail parties, weddings, black-tie events and charity balls. Essentially, they say, you should keep your pearls for formal, serious and sophisticated events. But modern women of today don’t want to look like their grandmothers, no matter how elegant their attire is. And if you take a look at recent fashion shows, you will soon realize that pearls make the best of friends with jeans, tank-tops, ballet flat shoes and generally casual outfits. The pearl necklace, probably the most versatile and adaptable piece of pearl jewelry, is the highlight of a casual-pearl outfit combo – it can be worn in all contexts and environments without clashing with the clothes or other jewelry you favor – if you style it correctly. read more

The little black dress (LBD) and pearls have been going hand in hand since Coco Chanel changed the world of women fashion back in the 1920s forever. The famous designer introduced the little black dress as a mandatory piece in any woman’s wardrobe. Since then, there isn’t a more stylish, timeless, elegant and refined piece of clothing a woman can wear. A staple of simple sophistication, the epitome of versatility and the crown jewel of a tasteful wardrobe, the little black dress has no match. Coco Chanel was also the woman who loved pearl jewelry beyond imagination, bringing it into the spotlight and turning it into a veritable icon of femininity. Women today know they can’t go wrong with a mix of a little black dress and pearl jewelry to make a memorable appearance in any occasion and they all have to be grateful to Coco for leaving behind this immortal legacy. read more

Famous pearls have left a mark in history. For a long time, they have fascinated mankind with their eerie luster and sophisticated beauty. They were worn by men and women alike, shining brightly in ballrooms, adorning emperors’ crowns and attire, being fought for, sought after and loved with a burning passion. Some cultures considered them to be the tears of angels, while others saw in them direct proof of the existence of divinity. read more