A Short Guide About Black Pearls: Facts & How To Wear Them

Black pearls have always represented a sensual touch of mystery, a way of expressing a lot through less, a timeless piece of natural and human art combined. You often wondered which are the best black pearls and how to pick the right ones. Well, if you want to find out what is so special about them and how to incorporate them into your outfit, make sure to read this post.

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5 Reasons Why You’ll Steal the Spotlight in Baroque Pearls

When a person thinks about pearls, the usual picture that comes to mind is what divides pearls lovers. There are the classic pearl lovers, who admire the traditional, white and perfectly spherical jewels of the sea. Then there are the ones who are willing to take a chance and step outside the box, by wearing the elegant and mysterious black pearls. And finally, there are the rebels, the ones who know and love the baroque pearls for their irregularity, which is seen not as a flaw, but as uniqueness. If you want to be one of them, here are the 5 reasons why you will steal the spotlight in baroque pearls. read more

PEARL FASHION: Pearl Ear Cuffs are a Fancy and Growing Trend!

There is an awesome trend that is being seen on the red carpets and in the major fashion magazines. Ear cuffs are an amazing way to wear earrings that will gain lots of attention. When Parks and Recreation star, Rashida Jones, wore her pearl ear cuff created by jewelry designer, Ana Khouri, on the red carpet at the 2014 Golden Globes Awards, she was considered by many fashionistas as one of the top beauties of the night!

So, where can you get your pearl ear cuff? We found one that is just as beautiful and as the one that Ms. Jones wore but at a super reasonable price. read more

PEARL FASHION: Baby’s Pearl Shoes by Minimajesty

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.Your baby can now be ready for that special day with you, from head to toe! Check out these adorable and completely stylish pair of pearl ballet shoes. Aren’t they super sweet?

We found these really awesome “White Pearl Ballet Shoes Swarovski Crystal Baby” on Minimajesty’s Etsy for the price of $49.90.

What we like about these shoes is that they are perfect for a baptism ceremony or any other special event in your precious baby’s early life. Super snazzy they are! read more

PEARL FASHION: Chiffon Bandeau Pearl Dress on ASOS.com

Looking for a great dress for your date? Look no further than this gorgeous date night dress!

We found these totally chic “Opulence England Chiffon Bandeau Pearl Dress” on ASOS.com for the price of $60.94 (originally $307.62).

What we like about this darling dress is that it can be easily worn at almost every age with the same amount of style and grace.

We love the black cocktail length dress’ sweetheart neckline and amazing pearl detailing!

We think that a nice strand of pearls and a pair of pearl teardrop earrings will go perfect with this look. read more

PEARL FASHION: Frankie Morello Pearl Clutch

We at Pearls Only really love pearl fashion especially when art, accessories and pearls come together and make a master piece. This amazing clutch bag is definitely an example of art at its finest!

This pearl beauty is a Frankie Morello pearl clutch.

Isn’t it gorgeous? We can just imagine the look of admiration when this clutch escorts you to the next cocktail party or any evening event where you show off your style.

We love the loads of delicate pearl detailing along the soft and beautiful champagne silk material bunched together into a unique bow. read more

PEARL FASHION: Natural Pearl Earrings Sell for Over $3 Million Dollars at Doyle New York Auction House

Pearls can bring you much more worth than its beauty, especially when you can sell them for over $3 million dollars.

According to numerous sources including Diamonds.net and Forbes.com, on April 28th, Doyle New York Auction House claims to have set a record for the most spent on a rare pair of natural pearls when they sold a set of pearl earrings at their “Auction of Important Jewelry” for a staggering $3,301,000.

The earrings beat out the previous auctioned pearls including, Sotheby’s Geneva who sold a pair of natural pearls from the collection of Gina Lollobrigida for $2.4 million in 2013, as well as Christie’s New York sale of the collection of Elizabeth Taylor in 2011 which sold for $1.99 million. read more

PEARL FASHION: Zack Dobbins Says Pearls Are No Longer Just For Your Mom And We Agree!

As we stated multiple times, pearls are no longer just for your mother and we found that Zack Dobbins, from Gulfshorelife.com totally agrees!

Dobbins wrote an article entitled, “Style File: Not Your Mother’s Pearls”, which explains his thoughts and opinions on how pearls are for the chic and fashionable youth as well!

“However I think it’s time they [Pearls] come back, but in a different mix. Not in the expected “lady-like” way but much to the contrary. My favorite acting teacher and early style Icon, Andi Horowitz, used to wear the longest strand of pearls to acting class almost daily.  But she did it in the chicest way. Thrown on with a white T-shirt and skinny denim— the anti-lady, more rock star. It felt glamorous without trying.” read more

PEARL FASHION: Thakoon Spring 2014 Ready-To-Wear Show Debuts Pearls

Thai-American fashion designer, Thakoon Panichgul, showcased his self-named ready-to-wear clothing line at Fashion Week and we have to stay it was a success.

What made the Spring 2014 line chic? We think it had to do with the classic styles in combination with unexpected striking pearl details that were coming from the bags. We feel that they were perfectly matched with the clothing.

We adore the long pearl chains on these cross-body bags, made in collaboration with the Japanese jewelry company Tasaki. read more

PEARL FASHION: 4 Different Methods to Layering Your Pearls

We at Pearls Only, are huge advocates for layering pearls because it is fun and complimenting to all!

A woman who wears pearls is confident, charismatic and completely modish so when she decides to stack them on she is 3x that.

The question that we get often is how to switch up the traditional way of laying pearls—well, look no further because we have just that for you!

There are many different kinds of ways to layer your pearls including but not limited to:

Simply Layering Pearls- Women of all ages, professions and styles tend to run to this kind of pearl layering because it is simple, fun, and effective. All you need is 2-3 pearl necklaces and if you really want to make a statement add one additional opera length pearl necklace and wrap it twice for a fuller look. This style looks great most occasions! read more