Tag Archives: Pearls

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

FASHIONISTA OF THE DAY IN PEARLS: @petrakarlssons

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This Fashionista was chosen as our “Fashionista of the Day in Pearls” because she knows how to make a simple blouse and pants stand out with nothing other than fashionable pearls!

Petra Karlsson, blogger of, Photo Blog by Petra, shows off her style in a simple and chic combination of a large purple sheer blouse which she tucked into a pair of dark blue fitted pants.

She effortlessly added some style with pearls on her wing-tipped collar and an over-sized pearl cocktail ring. We really love the way Petra made the look easily stylish with a messy up-do and nude lips. This look is perfect day or night!

What do you think of this look?

Visit BeBe at her website: www.photoblogbypetra.se

Photo Credit: photoblogbypetra.se

PEARL BEAUTY: Top 5 Pearl Tutorials for Nails

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Just when you thought that you that you couldn’t do anything more with pearls, we have come across a really cool idea that is fashion forward and very trendy especially for soon to be brides.

If you are looking to add just a little pearl to your wedding that is subtle and chic, then adding pearls is an awesome way to do it.

We have chosen the top 5 tutorials on pearls that add a touch of beauty, will complement the beauty of your ring, and add a little pizzazz to your bridal party.

These tutorials are simple and easy and can be done just a few hours before the ceremony.

What do you think of these pearly nails? Would you wear?

ASK MS. ELITOU: How do I wear pearls to the prom?

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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

ASK MS. ELITOU: How can I bring pearls into my wedding theme?

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Pearls are amazing stones that are very versatile and bring the perfect touch of sophistication – whether worn as a pearl necklace or used as decorative elements – which makes it a splendid addition to your wedding theme.

A question you need to ask yourself is, “Do pearls fit my theme?”  This important question must be answered in order to determine if pearls would be too much, out of place, or the perfect décor to your special occasion.

There are many ways to add panache to your wedding with a touch of pearls by incorporating them into the following:

     

The Cake

The Shoes

The Décor

 The Centerpiece

The Dress

The Bouquet

The Veil

SIDE NOTE: Never over use pearls in your wedding because too much is always an overkill.

Hope this helps!

Ms. Elitou

Photo Credits (in order): heavenlybloomsblog.com,  thepastrystudio.com, zzkko.com, pintrest.com, a1weddinginvitations.net, elizabethannedesigns.com, chicvintagebrides.com, trendymods.com

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.

 

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This pendant clearly demonstrates your affection for your love one. The lavender freshwater pearl pendant will look darling on your sweetheart’s neck.

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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.

 Athena Pendant – Black AA 7-8mm Freshwater Pearl Pendant

We love this pendant because of its simplicity and unique style. The artistic rectangular framing accompanied with the darling black freshwater pearl makes it a complete eye catcher. This pendant will look chic with a white tank and a pair of fitted jeans.

 Eudora Pendant – Pink AA 7-8mm Freshwater Pearl Pendant 

We love this piece because it is wonderfully deigned with a beautiful pink freshwater pearl as a focal point that is accompanied by stylish heart sparkles. Nothing will look more amazing with your casual look that can be taken from day to night in a white blouse and a black pencil skirt.

 Rocio Pendant – Black AA 9-10mm Freshwater Pearl Pendant

We adore this pendant because it is the eponymy of art and style in the perfect combination of an abstract floral design with a gorgeous black freshwater pearl that is the center of attention. This pendant will be a great complement to a little red dress.

Destina Pendant – Black AAAA 7-8mm Freshwater Pearl Pendant

This pendant is simple yet complicated. It features a black freshwater pearl holding on to the chain making for a daring style. We love the cubic zirconia framing that is designed to look as if the pearl is dangling by a string.  A really great gift for that special someone in your life that loves a unique and fascinating piece of jewelry.

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CELEBRITIES IN PEARLS: Marilyn Monroe Only Loved to Wear Her Husband’s Pearls

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Marilyn Monroe is forever an icon of style but an interesting fact that many of you may not know is that this fashion influencer had almost no interest in jewelry. There was one piece that she really treasured and that was a simple 16 inch pearl necklace given to her by her husband, Joe DiMaggio, during their Japan honeymoon in January 1954.

Monroe and DiMaggio divorced later in the year (1954) allegedly due to DiMaggio’s constant requests for Marilyn to give up her career. During their divorce hearing, it turns out that she still had love for not only DiMaggio, but she also still had love for the Mikimoto pearl necklace he had given her because she wore it to court during their divorce hearing.

Dailymail.co.uk shared an interesting article about the icon”
‘The necklace was one of the few pieces of fine jewelry Marilyn Monroe actually owned,’ says jewelry historian Beatriz Chadour-Sampson, the co-curator of the exhibition dedicated to pearls.

‘Everything else was costume. It had a meaning for her.’

In later years, Monroe passed her precious necklace to her close stylist friend, Paula Strasberg, that later passed it to her daughter keeping the necklace in good hands.

Photo Credit: thetimes.co.uk, NY Daily News via GettyImages.com

DIY Embellished Pearl Sweater by @chriselletweets

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This is a really amazing DIY! Chriselle of =&0=& (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…

Photo Credit: Trash into Treasures