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CELEBRITIES IN PEARLS: Olivia Wilde in Pearl “Lolita” Heels

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September 2013- American actress, Olivia Wilde, arrived at Revlon And Tribeca Film Institute for the screening of ‘HALF THE SKY: Turning Oppression into Opportunity’ in style.

The actress looked great in a simple yet chic knee length Alex Kramer black dress with a belted waist,  but what made her look dashing was her leopard,  “LOLITA” heels by Angeline Lee. The shoes features leopard pony hair, hand beaded freshwater pearls (like those used in our pearl necklace collections) and leather soles. read more

ASK MS. ELITOU: How does a teen wear pearls?

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Dear Ms. Elitou:

I am 16 years old, and I received pearls for a Christmas gift from my boyfriend. What in the world do I wear with pearls?

-16 year old Pearl Girl

At 16 years old, there are many things that you can wear with pearls, and depending on the length of the strand, plenty of ways to wear them. Perish the thought that pearls are just for your mom and your grandma. Pearls are for every girl that loves to be stylish and girly. read more

FASHIONISTA OF THE DAY IN PEARLS: @petrakarlssons

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This Fashionista was chosen as our “Fashionista of the Day in Pearls” because she knows how to make a simple blouse and pants stand out with nothing other than fashionable pearls!

Petra Karlsson, blogger of, Photo Blog by Petra, shows off her style in a simple and chic combination of a large purple sheer blouse which she tucked into a pair of dark blue fitted pants.

She effortlessly added some style with pearls on her wing-tipped collar and an over-sized pearl cocktail ring. We really love the way Petra made the look easily stylish with a messy up-do and nude lips. This look is perfect day or night! read more

PEARL BEAUTY: Top 5 Pearl Tutorials for Nails

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Just when you thought that you that you couldn’t do anything more with pearls, we have come across a really cool idea that is fashion forward and very trendy especially for soon to be brides.

If you are looking to add just a little pearl to your wedding that is subtle and chic, then adding pearls is an awesome way to do it.

We have chosen the top 5 tutorials on pearls that add a touch of beauty, will complement the beauty of your ring, and add a little pizzazz to your bridal party. read more

Why Every Fashionista Needs to Be Professionally Styled Once a Year

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Often times we find ourselves standing in front of a stupendous passage way, also known as our closets, filled with all things that are currently in trend or of fashions past. From top to bottom we are overwhelmed with an array of colors, textures, and brands that speak to us in a language that only Fashionistas understand. Everything that we have bought is something that we loved and wanted, and most importantly, made people say, “You look fabulous.”  But now when we look at these items, they feel so blah. read more

ASK MS. ELITOU: How do I wear pearls to the prom?

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Dear Ms. Elitou:

Prom time is coming and I have no idea what to wear!!! My grandma gave a string of pearls that she wore to her prom and she wants me to wear them… I’m not sure what I can wear with them that will look young, hip and chic. Please help!!!

-Grandma’s Pearls

That is really cool that your grandma has kept the pearls that she wore to her prom, and now is giving them to you to wear. There are plenty of looks that will go great with her pearls you just have to know what look you are going for. read more

CELEBRITIES IN PEARLS: Carmen Dell’Orefice

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82-year-old American model and actress, Carmen Dell’Orefice, looks great! Adorned with the title “world’s oldest working model” as of the Spring/Summer 2012 season, she is the epitome of style, grace and chic. She has appeared in magazines all over the world including on the cover of Vogue at the age of 15 and she still has it. Not only does she still “walk the walk”, she also dresses to kill especially with her accessories. This glowing mature woman knows her pearls and she knows just how to rock them effortlessly with the perfect amount of class and sophistication. read more

ASK MS. ELITOU: How can I bring pearls into my wedding theme?

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Pearls are amazing stones that are very versatile and bring the perfect touch of sophistication – whether worn as a pearl necklace or used as decorative elements – which makes it a splendid addition to your wedding theme.

A question you need to ask yourself is, “Do pearls fit my theme?”  This important question must be answered in order to determine if pearls would be too much, out of place, or the perfect décor to your special occasion. read more

PEARL FASHION: 5 Lovely Pearl Heart Pendants for Valentine’s Day

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As you hold and embrace the one you love this upcoming Valentine’s Day, give her something she will always cherish and wear close to her heart—a pearl heart pendant. These pendants that we are sharing with you are not only beautiful but they are also an inexpensive way to give the one you love something totally unique and straight from the heart. There is no doubt that she will love these pieces for years to come.  read more

PEARL FASHION: 5 Unique Pearl Pendants

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Many of us associate a pearl necklace with a simple strand of white freshwater pearls, but in modern times, you can now find some really gorgeous pearl pendants in different styles, colors, pearl qualities, and origins—how wonderful is that?

With unique and beautiful pearl pendants like the ones we included below, you can now give up the “old school” ideas that pearls are for a mature woman, and catch up to the latest trending pearls that are sleek and chic. Pearls can now be worn at any age and for almost any occasion. read more