Tag Archives: Pearls

ASK MS. ELITOU: Are Pearls Good for Your Everyday Woman?

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 “Hey Ms. Elitou! I have been looking at the Pearls Only jewelry and I wanted to know do you think that pearls are for the everyday woman? Can the average woman who has the hustle and bustle of work, constant outings, all while maintaining the responsibilities of raising children get a great amount of use from pearl jewelry? I am a mother of two and I find that I have little time to switch up my jewelry, I need them to go with everything and I need to be able to move fast.  I would love to invest in diamonds but I am too worried about the cost and the possibility of losing an earring due to my fast moving lifestyle. Do you think pearls would be a better fit for me? Thanks in advance!                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                -Catherine B. read more

PEARL FASHION:  Ter Et Bantine Sandals with Pearl Details

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Are you ready to make a fun statement with your sandals this summer? We sure are!

We found some that will do just that and of course they include pearls!

These leather TER ET BANTINE sandals are not only really comfortable but they also have a fun and fashionable style. We can really appreciate the pearl detailing with takes the sandals from norm to marvelous.

You can find these sandals at thecorner.com for the sale price of $344.00.

What do you think? Would you wear this summer?

Photo Credit: thecorner.com read more

CELEBRITIES IN PEARLS: Helena Bonham Carter Wears Pearls at the Arqiva British Academy Television Awards

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British actress, Helena Bonham Carter, looked too cool for the Arqiva British Academy Television Awards at Theatre Royal on May 18, 2014 in London, England.

The 47-year-old blocked out all the lights from paparazzi while wearing a pair of dense bedazzled shades during the evening event with her long black strapless evening dress.

We really loved the Cultured Pearls she added to her look along with her stylish bouffant making for a mix of retro glamour and new school sparkle.

What do you think of her style? read more

CELEBRITIES IN PEARLS: Sophia Bush Looks Great in Miriam Haskell Pearl Necklace

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American Actress, Sophia Bush stunned while attending the luncheon in honor of designer Rachel Pally at Chateau Marmont in West Hollywood in 2009.

She did so, wearing a simply stylish, Rachel Pally top and skater skirt, accompanied with a beautifully bold gold and pearl Miriam Haskell statement necklace.

The necklace really took the dove grey top and black mini from everyday girl to chic Fashionista. We also think the look really stood out with her naughty girl Dior Gladiator heels.

Such a fun combination! read more

ASK MS. ELITOU:  Can I polish my pearls with toothpaste?

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Hello Ms. Elitou! I was given my Grandmother’s pearls as an anniversary gift and I want to make them look as new as I can. I want to polish them with toothpaste like my other jewelry but I am not sure if they would be safe if I did that. What are your thoughts?

-Aliza W.

Hi Aliza! Thank you for reaching out! I am very happy that you asked this question because I believe many have the same thought when it comes to cleaning pearls.

The answer is NO! It is very important to not use toothpaste on pearls, turquoise, vintage Bakelite, or vintage rhinestones, because they have softer surfaces and may get scratched. read more

GREAT MOMENT IN PEARL HISTORY: Billie Holiday Looks Stunning Singing in Pearls

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We love to go back and find some of the most iconic women of all time wearing pearls!

Today’s feature is an American Jazz legend.

The late, Billie Holiday is a woman known for her melodious voice, gorgeous face, and her beautiful signature of flowers that she wore in her hair. We think she is a great addition to our “Great Moment in Pearl History” because she made pearls a sophisticated and stylish statement in her jazzy look.

Eleanora Fagan, most commonly known as Billie Holiday and nicknamed “Lady Day” by friend and musical partner, Lester Young, was born on April 7, 1915 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She later died in   New York City, New York, United States on July 17, 1959 at the age of 44. read more

CELEBRITY PEARL FASHION: Janelle Monae Shows Style with Large Pearls at 2015 Chanel Cruise

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Janelle Monae showed up and showed out when she attended the Chanel Cruise 2015 Collection in Dubai decked out in large statement pearls!

Although she wore her traditional black-and-white color scheme and favorite updo, she kept her style unique be adding a cube ring with three massive pearls, pearl earrings, a pearl brooch and Chanel’s signature pearl headphone necklace.

She also posted a great image of her pearl style on her Instagram which gives you a better insight of the ring’s immense glory. read more

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

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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!

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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