ASK MS. ELITOU: How can I add pearls to my “Raver Cool” style?

 “Hey Ms. Elitou! I have what you call a ‘Raver Cool’ party style. I’m a twenty-year old, college student who studies hard so when I have time off I truly enjoy a party! When I go out to a party I have a really fun style.  I love to wear neon colored clothing and accessories, crop tops, fun wedges and fitted distressed jeans for the most part.  I would really like to switch up my common neon accessories and I was hoping you could suggest a pearl style for me. Thanks!                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      -Sara C. read more

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 CELEBRATION: A Conversation with Andre Freeland- Pearl Mantra

It is always interesting to know what men think about women’s fashion. From what they wear to how they wear it, men can actually be helpful to developing a woman’s style. So we were completely in awe to know that men have many views on women in pearls. Their view point goes from seeing a lady of class and sophistication to being super-HOT and very SEXY! That’s right, men find women sexy and seductive in pearls.

We had the amazing opportunity to speak with fashion stylist, Andre Freeland about men and their conception of women, sexiness and pearls. read more

PEARL CELEBRATION: A Conversation with Andre Freeland- The Best Season For Pearls

It is always interesting to know what men think about women’s fashion. From what they wear to how they wear it, men can actually be helpful to developing a woman’s style. So we were completely in awe to know that men have many views on women in pearls. Their view point goes from seeing a lady of class and sophistication to being super-HOT and very SEXY! That’s right, men find women sexy and seductive in pearls.

We had the amazing opportunity to speak with fashion stylist, Andre Freeland about men and their conception of women, sexiness and pearls. read more

PEARL CELEBRATION: A Conversation with Andre Freeland- Keeping Pearls Professional

It is always interesting to know what men think about women’s fashion. From what they wear to how they wear it, men can actually be helpful to developing a woman’s style. So we were completely in awe to know that men have many views on women in pearls. Their view point goes from seeing a lady of class and sophistication to being super-HOT and very SEXY! That’s right, men find women sexy and seductive in pearls.

We had the amazing opportunity to speak with fashion stylist, Andre Freeland about men and their conception of women, sexiness and pearls. read more

PEARL CELEBRATION: A Conversation with Andre Freeland- Men in Pearls

Recently, “Happy” singer Pharrell Williams was spotted out and about wearing pearls. According to the music hit maker, he wears the long strand of pearls with a purpose.

According to IBN Live, Pharrell had this to say about his choice of pearls and other jewels:

“’For ages, I got it wrong. I was competing with others because I wanted to draw attention to myself. But in the same way as I realized I wanted to put peaceful things in my music, I decided I should only be wearing jewelry with medicinal and holistic properties. read more

PEARL CELEBRATION: A Conversation with Andre Freeland- Where Are Pearls Best Worn On the Body?

It is always interesting to know what men think about women’s fashion. From what they wear to how they wear it, men can actually be helpful to developing a woman’s style. So we were completely in awe to know that men have many views on women in pearls. Their view point goes from seeing a lady of class and sophistication to being super-HOT and very SEXY! That’s right, men find women sexy and seductive in pearls.

We had the amazing opportunity to speak with fashion stylist, Andre Freeland about men and their conception of women, sexiness and pearls. read more

PEARL CELEBRATION: A Conversation with Andre Freeland- From the Boardroom to the Bedroom

It is always interesting to know what men think about women’s fashion. From what they wear to how they wear it, men can actually be helpful to developing a woman’s style. So we were completely in awe to know that men have many views on women in pearls. Their view point goes from seeing a lady of class and sophistication to being super-HOT and very SEXY! That’s right, men find women sexy and seductive in pearls.

We had the amazing opportunity to speak with fashion stylist, Andre Freeland about men and their conception of women, sexiness and pearls. read more

PEARL CELEBRATION: A Conversation with Andre Freeland- Are Pearls Sexy?

Are pearls sexy? On most occasions, pearls are worn as a symbol of class, professionalism, and sophistication. We see women of power like the First Lady of the United States in pearls; English Royalty and other country women have been spotted in pearls; and let’s not forget women who are lawyers, doctors, and educators who have been seen adorning the precious jewel. Not often are we exposed to pearls in an exotic fashion, or have we?

In December of 2007, celebrity reality star Kim Kardashian dared to be nude and expose her goodies in the issue of Playboy magazine wearing nothing but pearls. There was also Rihanna who stunned onlookers in Paris when she attended a fashion show for Chanel, dressed in a crème colored duster, pearls and not much to the imagination. Many people found her look to be a little too daring while most (especially men) thought that she looked like the sexiest symbol of pearls. read more

PEARL CELEBRATION: A Conversation with Andre Freeland- What a Man Loves about Pearls!

Often times when it comes to pearl accessories, we think to gain advice from a woman about how to wear pearls. We, at Pearls Only, find that women are not the only ones that find pearls to be classy, sophisticated and in certain situations, sexy. Men also have their thoughts on pearls and you would be surprised what they have to say.

It is with great pleasure that we introduce you to a man that has quite the background in fashion and expertise in accessories. Meet the style guru by nature, Andre Freeland. Andre has been creating fashion styles through vision and a creative eye that can spot a trend from the beginning of its creation. read more