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PEARL FASHION: Dom Streater creates a collection that looks lovely with pearls!

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We are obsessed with the new fashion line from Dom Streater. Known for her amazing talent as a designer and the winner of Project Runway Season 12, she made her New York Fashion Week debut in February with her new “Prima” collection, and fashion fanatics approved of the amazing prints and 1950-60’s inspired designs that were simple and elegant.

Being just 25-years-old, the Philly native gave us ladylike conceptions that are appealing to young and fashionable women. The prints and colors were definitely en vogue. Imagine being the top notch beauty at an afternoon tea. Yea, the clothing has that kind of feel… pure elegance.  Pink is definitely the color of the year amongst the young, hip and chic. Black, white and gray combinations and separates where trending at almost every show during New York Fashion Week. read more

PEARL DIY: Pearl Embellished Jumper by nudeonbroadstreet.blogspot.com

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Are you looking to upgrade your old sweater or jumper? If so, this is the DIY for you! 

Today, we have a great do-it-yourself to spruce up your favorite sweater or jumper. We found this DIY by Olivia, a young designer who also has her own blog, nudeonbroadstreet.blogspot.com, and we were happy to share!

Olivia gives you a simple way to give your old jumper new life and we thought with it being so simple, why not update your sweater or cardigan?

The supplies are as simple as:

  • Strand of pearls
  • Jumper/Sweater/Cardigan
  • Sewing Needle
  • Thread
  • Scissors

Here is the original post!  read more

CELEBRITY PEARL FASHION: Dita Von Teese in Dangling Pearl Earrings

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The queen of vintage pinup, Dita Von Teese, looked like a doll at the 2013 amfAR Cinema Against AIDS event.

Her spotless dark finger wave curls and darling pearl earrings were completely intriguing, so to the point we wanted to share it with you. She looks simply amazing.

What we really like other than Dita’s forever accurate elegance, was the long pearl earrings that adorned her ears and really complemented her black locks.

What do you think of her legendary pinup style? Do you think it was a hit or miss? read more

FASHIONISTA OF THE DAY IN PEARLS: @BlairEadieBEE

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This Fashionista was chosen as our “Fashionista of the Day in Pearls” because she knows how to get attention with simple colors and fashionable bold pearls!

Blair Eadie, blogger of Atlantic-Pacific, shows off her chic style in a long black maxi dress, accompanied with black pumps, oversized bag, tailored coat, fur accent, oversized glasses and the look that brought the style all together—oversized layered pearls.

We love the fabulous style of this style blogger and we are sure you will love her sophisticated look as well. What do you think of this look? read more

PEARL FASHION: 5 Reasons Why Every Women Needs Pearls

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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: 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 and leather soles.

The Lolita leopard heels have a 5 inch heel and a hidden 1 inch platform which makes them super comfortable! They have exquisite pearl detailing on either side of the instep. They are a truly special pair of heels for a very special occasion. 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.

Here are a few looks with pearls that are perfect for a stylish teen: 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

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. 

Check out some of the most heartfelt pendants for this loving holiday.

 Leeza Pendant – Lavender AA 9-10mm Freshwater Pearl Pendant 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