CELEBRITIES IN PEARLS: Cobie Smulders Looks Retro Chic in Pearls

Got a love for the retro lifestyle when dresses were a staple? If so, then you will love this image!

A beautiful snapshot of 32-year-old Canadian actress and former model, Cobie Smulders, surfaced on Instagram and we were in complete awe!

In the image, Cobie showcased beauty and retro chic style while wearing a glamour strand of pearls, gorgeous retro makeup that includes a perfect red pout, and primp pinup hair.

What we love about this look is that it takes us back to a day of class and sophistication that was the foundation of womanhood. read more

PEARL BEAUTY: Hello Glossy (@helloglossy) Creates Pearl and Tweed Nails with Inspiration from Flare Magazine

Everyone loves a great nail art job and we have found just that!

Natacha Medeiros, owner of blog, Hello Glossy created fabulous nail art with pearls! Natacha created the nails as a special request from Flare Magazine, who asked her to create a nail look using their May 2014 cover as inspiration.

“I recently got contacted by Flare (ahhhh!), one of my fav mags, to do some nails inspired by one of their recent covers, so naturally I jumped at the opportunity. I chose to emulate their most recent, May cover featuring Eva Mendes in some pretty pink tweed, silver accents and pearls with a beigy-peach backdrop. Can you tell I did just that? I hope my nails look like tweed. And I especially hope they evoke the cover! My mani will be on Flare.com sometime soon (so exciting!), so I’ll defs link back once they’re up!” Natacha stated. read more

PEARL BEAUTY: Brushing Your Teeth with Pearls

Loving the pearls your wear? Well, imagine brushing your teeth with them.

According to Examiner.com, you can do exactly that with pearl powder. According to the column, brushing your teeth with pearl powder can provide you with great white teeth, preventative benefits, and also helps with sensitive teeth.

First, calcium coats and is absorbed into the teeth through its pores which can minimize pain from cold or hot sensitivities, plus the pearl provides a white sheen that can give the teeth a whiter appearance and a smoother luster; essentially, making the teeth look healthier and younger. Second, pearl powder heals the gums and makes them resistant to bacteria that can cause gingivitis; it can also help texturize the gums so they are not thin as well as prolong, and possibly prevent, receding gum lines.” read more

PEARL BEAUTY: “Wintry Exotic Arabic” Makeup Tutorial by Maryam Maquillage

Dynamic makeup artist, Maryam Maquillage, showed why she is a makeup guru favorite once again.

On her blog, maryammaquillage.com, Maryam created yet another amazing look which she entitled, “’Wintry Exotic Arabic Makeup Tutorial”. Although winter will be over in 4 days, (Spring begins March 20th, 2014) nothing says that you can’t leave the winter season without a bang!

Maryam blogs that the look was inspired by the beauty and art of Arabic makeup stating;

“Today, I’m inspired by Arabic makeup and I’m re-interpreting it using cool, frosty shadows and luscious cruelty-free mink lashes to fit the winter theme. Arabic makeup is truly one of my all-time favorite styles for any occasion — it’s always graphic, bold, edgy and so exotic!!!” read more

The Caviar Pearl Manicure Luxe Tutorial by Ciate | Sephora

Looking to add a unique twist to your nails for the spring? Look no further because Ciate has created a really unique manicuring system that will allow you to get a luxe pearl manicure at home.

The Caviar Pearl Manicure Luxe is sold at Sephora.com for $19.00 and comes in 3 rich metallic tones called, “Lustre”, “Smoulder” and “Gleam”.

Luxe metal pearls are heavier than the classic caviar pearls, giving this look a more substantial finish. Add Gleam pearls for a blush rose gold color. Smoulder imparts a gleaming platinum look. And Lustre gleams with a classic gold full of glamour and sophistication. read more

PEARL FASHION: 5 Reasons Why Every Women Needs Pearls

A Fashionista must constantly update her wardrobe and accessories in order to keep up with the ever changing fashion trends and styles. “Big bangles are in; costume jewelry is out;” but there is one thing that never changes in your collection and that is your pearls. Beautiful strands of pearls are a staple in a fashionistas jewelry box and they are important accessories that never go out of style.

There are millions of reasons to invest in pearls but here are just a few reasons we feel every woman needs a strand or two. read more

CELEBRITIES IN PEARLS: Carmen Dell’Orefice

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

DIY: Alexander McQueen Inspiration Pearls with @iamdonatella

It’s that time again when we deliver you with the best of Do-It-Yourself guides that are done with pearls.

As a pearl lover, I thought that this was an amazing idea from the blog, Inspiration and Realization.

For those of you that are into abstract art garnished with pearls. Take a chance at this fun craft that is sure to gain a few admirers.

All you will need is:

– a tank top (I used an old Gap basic t-shirt)
– beads and pearls (4 different sizes)
– small piece of lace
– needle and thread read more