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

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

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PEARL FASHION: 5 Reasons Why Every Women Needs Pearls

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

PEARL FASHION: Would you wear Chanel Pearl Boots by Uggs?

Boots are constantly getting renovations to keep up with the latest styles and trends, but what do you think of these Uggs pearl boots?

The sold out Chanel Pearl Fur Boots by Uggs ($138) are definitely unique but will they help you stay warm in the cold wintry weather? Should Uggs be a decorated wear or is this just a fashion fun for the youth? Would you wear?

If you love them, you’re in luck we found some at BestSunKids.com.

PEARL FASHION: ASOS’ Pack of Pearl Hair Clips

New York Fashion Week is fully in swing and there is no better way to celebrate the occasion than to wear it in your hair.

The hair slides by the ASOS Collection comes in a pack of three featuring the text “Paris, London, and New York” designed with a beautiful gold-tone finish and embellished with pearls.

“New York, London, and Paris” Pack Hair Clips, $18.15, available at ASOS.

If you are a fashion lover, then you are going to love what we have in store. As we celebrate the awesomeness of fashion, we will be posting articles about some of the great designers that are featured in New York Fashion Week. 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

Why Every Fashionista Needs to Be Professionally Styled Once a Year

Often times we find ourselves standing in front of a stupendous passage way, also known as our closets, filled with all things that are currently in trend or of fashions past. From top to bottom we are overwhelmed with an array of colors, textures, and brands that speak to us in a language that only Fashionistas understand. Everything that we have bought is something that we loved and wanted, and most importantly, made people say, “You look fabulous.”  But now when we look at these items, they feel so blah. read more

FASHIONISTA OF THE DAY IN PEARLS: Bebe Zeva

This Fashionista was chosen as our “Fashionista of the Day in Pearls” because she shows that there is nothing wrong with mixing up style and having fun with pearls and ruffles.

Bebe Zeva, blogger of her own fashion blog, Fated to be Hated, shows off her style in a cute combination of a layered baby blue pearl sweater, beige ruffled mini skirt with matching socks, oversized bowler hat, beige handbag, and tan wedge ankle boots.   We really love the way the drastic look comes together and those supersized eyelashes…priceless. We love her confidence! read more

DIY Embellished Pearl Sweater by @chriselletweets

This is a really amazing DIY! Chriselle of Trash into Treasures (chriselleinc.com) has a really creative idea of taking an old sweater and making it look stunning in our favorite gems, pearls!

Watch the video and learn how you can update the look of your favorite sweater and make it the center of attention. We like the idea of pairing this look with a black leather pencil skirt.

Here are the materials that you will need:

  • Sweater
  • Pearls- Craft Store
  • thread
  • needle
  • sewing kit
  • scissors
  • pencil
  • ruler

What do you think of the DIY? Give it a try and share you experience…

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DIY Pearls: Braided Pearl Necklace by @looktv

It’s that time again when we deliver you with the best of Do-It-Yourself guides that are done with pearls.

We love this video on how to make a braided pearl necklace. This is a unique and fun way to wear your pearls. We think that Look DIY, has a good thing going with this video and we look forward to other video ideas that they have to offer.

So if you would like to channel Coco Chanel a la Rihanna, here is your chance to be creative and couture.

Here is what you will need:
• 3 small pearl strands
• 2 pink medium pearl strands
• 2 ft of large gold chain
• Pliers
• Scissors
• and E-6000 glue read more

PEARL FASHION: Fancy Pearl Clutches

As you plan for your wedding, you will need something that will hold your necessities; nothing too big, but something that can carry your gifts of cash, gift cards, hotel key, unmentionables and makeup. Think about purchasing a clutch handbag that will complement your beautiful dress.

We always recommend having an elegant pearl clutch. There are many styles and colors of clutch bags with pearls so you may be overwhelmed, so here are a few things that you want to consider:

Price- A stylish pearl clutch can range in prices of $50- $3,000. It all depends on your budget so choose the one that best fits your price range. read more