CELEBRITIES IN PEARLS: Duchess Kate Looks Great in a Pink Alexander McQueen Suit and Pearls

The Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton, looked pretty in pink and pearls as she always does!

The Duchess fashioned a gorgeous Alexander McQueen suit with a low-cut neckline, peplum detailing, and A-line pleated skirt. The look was really completed when the royal Fashionista added the classic glamour of pearl earrings, a gold clutch and her favorite, L.K. Bennett nude heels.

The royal couple looked quite damper and they really enjoyed themselves when they entered the DJ booth at The Northern Sound System youth community center in Adelaide, Australia. 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, =&0=& created fabulous nail art with pearls! Natacha created the nails as a special request from =&1=& 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!” read more

CELEBRITIES IN PEARLS: Eva Mendes on Cover of Flare Magazine Wearing Pearls (May 2014)

Lovely Latina, Eva Mendes looks more beautiful than ever as she graces the cover of FLARE Magazine for May 2014.

What caught our attention other than the actresses stunning looks? The pearls, of course!

On the cover Eva can be seen with natural makeup, a Chanel dress, and a gorgeous pearl necklace.

Photographer, Guy Aorch, continued to take great images of the beauty and her retro-inspired style in complementing Zac Posen, Rochas and Chanel dresses.

In the magazine the star shared some really interesting facts about her including her mother’s critiques about her work and style:

“She’s usually on the money. If she doesn’t like something, I can usually see why: it didn’t photograph well or looked weird around the waist.”

She continues, “My mother always says she wants to see me in more fitted things! She’s always saying, ‘Show off your body, it’s not always going to be like this!’” We think that mom has a great point. Eva Mendes has a great physique that seems to get greater with age.

Why she loves dresses:

“I’m always in dresses, in a skirt—I think they’re so easy. People are always saying, ‘I love jeans, they’re so casual and easy,’ but I think jeans aren’t easy. They’re my worst nightmare.”

In addition, the =&0=&star=&1=&likes to be creative with her style and about her choice not to be so revealing in her clothing:

“It’s not that I’m against body-conscious clothes: I have worn them on the red carpet or out, but when I’m photographed in them, I always regret it. For me, it’s always been the easy way out. When I wear something a little more revealing, I think, Oh, gosh, I should have been more creative.”

She continues, “I don’t like when it’s just me and I’m not working. I don’t like feeling like I’m on display.”

What do you think? Will you be reading? Be sure to learn more about Eva Mendes and visit: www.flare.com

Photo Source: FLARE Magazine

ASK MS. ELITOU (PROM EDITION): How Can I Add Pearls To My Prom Wardrobe?

Ms. Elitou,

I am so excited that my prom is around the corner! I am making last minute accessory decisions and I am heavily leaning towards wearing pearls but I have no idea how to wear them. Do you have any pointers for me on wearing pearls on my prom without looking outdated?

By the way, my dress is quite similar to the one I sent.

Thanks!

-Kimberly*

Hi Kimberly!

I know that you are excited! Prom is a very special day in a teenager’s life where you get to show your maturity and style. Many do not think about it until it’s too late but shopping for prom accessories can be really overwhelming (almost as much as the dress).

The accessories are important because they must complement the dress without being too overpowering. Overpowering accessories can be look very junky. So I would recommend pearls for the prom as an absolute necessity!

Pearls are classy, stylish, and they look great with almost every prom dress.

It was a great idea to send me an idea of what your dress looks like because it makes it easy for me to give you a true-to-life example. I am going to style the dress three different ways to give you an example of how pearls can change the look, almost completely.

 

Here are some ways to incorporate pearls into your prom day wardrobe:

  • Pearl Clutch- Pearl clutches are fun, and really unexpected making them a great addition to your prom accessories.
  • Pearl Earrings- Pearl earrings are always going to be the #1 pearl accessory because they are simple and add a little regal-ness to your style.
  • Pearl Necklace- Pearl necklaces are fun to wear especially when you layer them. Add several layers and lengths to give it a little edge.
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    PEARL FASHION: College Grad Decorates Cap with Pearls (PHOTO)

    Graduation time is right around the corner and what an exciting time it is!

    An elated college graduate shared her excitement on her Tumblr, “mrsmonogrammedbelle”, with really fun images of her cap in which she had decorated with awesome graphics, fun pearl bordering and even a cutie pink bow– how creative!

    Along with the pictures she made the following comments:

    “I am officially a college graduate!! I feel so blessed to be able to earn this degree!! I cannot believe that this day is here!! #graduate #blessed #lillypulitzer #pearls #anthropologie #lifeinlilly #monogram #monogrammed #graduation #pandora”

    “I am pretty happy with how my cap turned out!! #lifeinlilly #lillypulitzer #florida #bows #pink #pearls #graduation #graduate #happy #loveit”

    We would like to congratulate the young lady and wish her the best!

    What do you think of her creative style? Would you try to decorate your cap like this for your graduation!

    Photo Source: mrsmonogrammedbelle.tumblr.com

    ASK MS. ELITOU (PROM EDITION): How Can I Add Pearls To My Prom Wardrobe?

    Ms. Elitou,

    I am so excited that my prom is around the corner! I am making last minute accessory decisions and I am heavily leaning towards wearing pearls but I have no idea how to wear them. Do you have any pointers for me on wearing pearls on my prom without looking outdated?

    By the way, my dress is quite similar to the one I sent.

    Thanks!

    -Kimberly*

    Hi Kimberly!

    I know that you are excited! Prom is a very special day in a teenager’s life where you get to show your maturity and style. Many do not think about it until it’s too late but shopping for prom accessories can be really overwhelming (almost as much as the dress).

    The accessories are important because they must complement the dress without being too overpowering. Overpowering accessories can be look very junky. So I would recommend pearls for the prom as an absolute necessity!

    Pearls are classy, stylish, and they look great with almost every prom dress.

    It was a great idea to send me an idea of what your dress looks like because it makes it easy for me to give you a true-to-life example. I am going to style the dress three different ways to give you an example of how pearls can change the look, almost completely.

    Here are some ways to incorporate pearls into your prom day wardrobe:

  • Pearl Clutch- Pearl clutches are fun, and really unexpected making them a great addition to your prom accessories.
  • Pearl Earrings- Pearl earrings are always going to be the #1 pearl accessory because they are simple and add a little regal-ness to your style.
  • Pearl Necklace- Pearl necklaces are fun to wear especially when you layer them. Add several layers and lengths to give it a little edge.
  • read more

    PEARL FASHION: ASOS has a Great Pearl Top!

    Although it’s Spring, that doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t have at least one long sleeve top for those chilly rainy days and those brisk cool nights.

    If you are looking for the perfect top then look no further than this incredibly fashion forward shirt with amazing details.

    ASOS has a beautifully designed “Top with Pearl Grid Embellished Armour” and it is marvelous!

    This is a top that will gain lots of attention and will look great wherever/whenever.

    You can make this top yours at ASOS.com for $122.29.

    What do you think? How would you wear?

    PEARL FASHION: Making a Splash This Summer in Pearls and Gold

    Summer is drawing near and there is nothing more exciting than a pool party where the men look hot, and the women look glamorous, sexy and captivating. There is a simple way to gain this look because true to the saying, “less is more.”

    A simple black bathing suit is always a showstopper because the color is equated with mystery and power. Black is also a slimming color and accentuates all the right curves. A mono-kini bathing suit is a great style that is very trendy and shows off your sexy sides.

    When it comes to shoes, the best look for the summer pool parties are heels, unless it is on the beach, then a great pair of thong sandals will do. Cork wedge heels (a reminder to fashionistas of summer) look great in gold. Gold is very complimenting to the color black because it is a color for winners and those that are confident in their skin and mono-kinis too.

    Accessories are a huge part of making your look fantastic! Adding a gold cuff bracelet, and a pair of gold pearl and diamond earrings that are sold at =&0=& are a great fit to your sexy and glistening look and we recommend you check out the Damica earrings that absolutely stunning.

    Top off your look with natural colors like a pink lip-gloss and your look will be simply amazing.

    So get sassy and chic and make a splash day or night!

    What do you think of the look? Is it your style?

    PEARL BEAUTY: Pearls with a Splash of Yellow!

    Yellow is a gorgeous color that looks amazing in the Spring/Summer but yellow is no longer just for sundresses and sandals. Yellow is also the latest trend for eyes and nails.

    So what makes yellow such an amazing color? According to =&0=& the amazing color is uplifting to spirits and helps create enthusiasm for life while it awakens great confidence and optimism.

    We think the color looks absolutely amazing it looks great with pearls!  We have chosen the Double Strand Necklace and Bracelet from the =&1=& collection because we believe that you can never have too many pearls especially when they complement the color yellow so well.

    What do you think of wearing yellow eye color? Is it a beauty trend that you are willing to try?

    PEARL FASHION: 5 Wonderful Pearl Jewelry Pieces for the Spring 2014!

    Pearls are for EVERY season but these particular pearl pieces are a must-have for your Spring accessory box!

    We at =&0=& feel that you can look fresh and fashionable in one of our NEW pearl pieces that are just in time for the warmer weather. Five awesome pieces have been added to the new Spring collection that range from earrings to pendants. Each piece will be perfect with your Spring wardrobe and beyond. They even make great gifts for someone special in your life! *hint hint*


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    We selected these black Tahitian pearl earrings because as stated in the name, they are perfect for the Spring!  The 14K white gold setting embedded with diamonds perfectly holds the black pearl in place to be marveled.

    Wear it day or night and all eyes will be on you effortlessly!

    Purchase It Now! 

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    Be super fly with these gorgeous butterfly Tahitian pearl earrings. These earrings are perfectly set in 14K Gold and embedded with small white diamonds; the 10-11mm AAA Tahitian Black Pearl earrings have a beautiful tint that makes the earring more precious. Give as a gift to a deserving young lady or gift yourself with this amazing piece and watch it become your favorite. Pair it with the matching pendant featured below for instant wow factor.

    Purchase It Now! 

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    We adore this gorgeous pendant because it is a part of our Ultimate collection. The Ultimate collection is finest and most-extensive line of top quality Tahitian cultured pearls available anywhere in the world.

    This delicate and dashing Butterfly Black Pearl Pendant is made for a very special lady. Set in 14K Gold and embedded with small white diamonds, the 10-11mm AAA Tahitian Black Pearl pendant has a beautiful tint that makes the pendant more precious. Give as a gift to a deserving young lady or gift yourself with this amazing piece and watch it become your favorite.

    Purchase It Now! 

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    Talk about making a lasting impression! Just like a flag that flows freely in the wind in the Spring, look fancy and free in these beautiful 9-10mm AAA Tahitian Black Pearl earrings set in 14K white gold with small diamond accents.

    Purchase It Now!  read more