Celebrities in Pearls: Lady Gaga

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Well, someone seems to love pearls just as much as we do. When it comes to the “born this way” artist, Lady Gaga knows how to make a statement and she proved it by showing up at the 2010 amFAR annual gala wearing pearls all over her body.

Painting her skin white, Lady Gaga dressed herself in a bikini, crop jacket, and 12 inch heels that were covered in pearls. If that wasn’t enough, she also had tons of tiny pearls glued all over her face, stomach, and legs.

We are not exactly certain of her statement but for us, she is saying “hey, we all need a few pearls in our life!” We agree Lady Gaga, we agree! read more

Buying Pearls for My Daughter

 “My daughter is turning 13 and I would like to get her a string of pearls. Is this a good idea? What should I get her?”

Thirteen is a great age for a young lady to receive pearls for her birthday. In a young ladies mind, a set of pearls from her father is a statement that he notices that she is growing into a young woman and that she is responsible enough to care for such a precious gift. She will love you much more for such a generous and meaningful gift. It will become the most cherished item in her jewelry box. read more

Pearls 101: 5 Awesome Facts about Pearls

Pearls are extremely fascinating! Not only due to their outstanding beauty but also because where they come from and how they are made.  It is simply amazing to think that those delicate beads that we wear on come from an oyster in the sea. As a child, did you ever wonder where they came from?

Here are 5 awesome facts about pearls that you will enjoy!

FACT #1: Did you know that pearls are the only gemstones made by living animals? Something so special comes from a living and breathing creature.

FACT #2: Did you know that Akoya, or saltwater pearls come from oysters, but freshwater pearls come from mussels? Bonus: Did you know that all mollusks can make pearls. read more

YOUTUBE: DIY Pearl Braid by @foreveryours072

Nothing is more fun than doing it yourself and the feature below is a creative and fun activity!

If you are in love with pearls, and already have a collection for your ears, wrist, and neck, how interesting would it to add a few pearls to your hair?

This young lady, Kayleigh, shows use on her Youtube an awesome and quick DIY to wear pearls in your braid! It is so simple that we wish we would have thought of it sooner.

Here is what she used:

  • Pearls/Beads
  • Hair Elastic
  • Bobby Pins
  • Scissors
  • Ruler

Check out the video below:

To learn more about Kayleigh Noelle visit her blog at: www.soloveleigh.com read more

Pearl Fashion: Working Woman Chic!

Working Woman Chic by younghipchic featuring long sleeve sweaters Confidence is a key element to being a successful woman in business. A woman’s confidence is first seen in her appearance. When you are up for that promotion consider what is in your closet and what is in your jewelry box. A woman that looks professional wear colors like brown, blue and black. These colors come forward as serious and strong. That is what a lady needs to be in the concrete jungle. Tough yet oh so chic! Adding a little pearls to her wardrobe reminds her colleagues that although she is tough as a lion she is also a lady with class and beauty. What do you think a woman should wear when she is working? Share your thoughts.
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What Are The Benefits Of Freshwater Pearls?

There are a number of different benefits to buying freshwater pearls. We will look at some of the benefits of opting for freshwater pearls when making your next jewelry purchase and you will find out exactly why so many people before you made the exact same decision.

Their affordability

Despite the fact that a great deal of the production of freshwater pearls comes from China, we can find them across the globe. Because they are more abundant than saltwater pearls, freshwater pearls are less expensive. If you keep in mind that freshwater pearls can be just as beautiful as the more expensive option, you may appreciate why so many believe this is the largest benefit. The more affordable options mean that many more people can find pearls in their price range. read more

How Are Freshwater Pearls Made?

Both buyers of pearly jewelry creations and jewelry designers the world over has become enamored with freshwater pearls. However, there is still some mystery when it comes to freshwater pearls, most specifically how these are different from the ‘traditional’ pearls and how these freshwater pearls are made. We will try to offer some knowledge on the subject.

The name

The name freshwater pearl comes from the type of water where these pearls are produced. The fresh waters for pearl production may include Asian pearl farms, ponds, lakes, and rivers. Many of these freshwater pearls come from China, the country with the largest freshwater pearl production in the world. read more

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History Of The Freshwater Pearl

Many people have only recently become aware of freshwater pearls, but these beautiful creations have been around for centuries. The first groups of people to culture a product from freshwater mussels were the Chinese. The first known recorded citation that mentions pearls is from China as well and dates back to 2200 BC. However, the Chinese used shell mabes instead of true pearls. Japan thus holds the distinction of being the first country to produce cultured freshwater pearls.

Japan takes over

After the Japanese’s initial success with cultured saltwater pearls, they decided to experiment with freshwater mussels. The first experiments were done in Lake Biwa, a large lake near Kyoto. Around the 1930s, the first commercial freshwater pearl crops began to appear here. These all-nacre Biwa pearls were able to produce colors unmatched in saltwater pearls. The luminescent depth and luster quickly became popular. read more

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Are Freshwater Pearls Worth The Purchase?

We get this question quite often – ‘are freshwater pearls worth the money?’ The answer is simple – absolutely. There are several reasons that these pearls are worth a second look.

Freshwter pearls contain more nacre

When drilling the freshwater pearl, the mantle tissue used to nucleate the pearl is drilled out or dissolved. This means that you have a solid pearl that does not have any immediate flaws, meaning it can last you a lifetime. You buy a quality pearl that does not contain the nucleus in the finished product. This guarantees that freshwater pearls have a unique, glassy luster that you cannot find anywhere else. read more

Warum sind Edison-Perlen so erschwinglich?

Die Edison-Perle ist die größte Süßwasserperle, die es auf dem Markt gibt, und produziert Farben, die von den meisten anderen Perlenoptionen einfach nicht erreicht werden. Sie sind immer noch teuer, aber erschwinglich, wenn wir sie mit dem Preis der Perlen vor weniger als 40, 50 Jahren vergleichen. Warum ist das so? Süßwasserperlen haben sich etwa ein Jahrhundert oder ein wenig mehr verändert, Perlen waren so wertvoll, dass eine einzige Reihe von natürlich geformten Perlen könnte Ihnen ein Herrenhaus auf der Park Avenue in New York Stadt netto und es wäre als fairer Handel betrachtet worden. Heutzutage scheint es, als würden Perlen erschwinglicher als je zuvor. Während diese Edison-Perlen immer noch teuer sind (machen Sie sich nichts vor), sind sie erschwinglicher als Perlen zuvor. Der Grund dafür ist, dass China den Anbau von Süßwasserperlen übernommen hat. China verfügt im Vergleich zu Japan über eine größere Erwerbsbevölkerung, eine größere Landmasse und erschwinglichere Arbeitskräfte. Damit ist China zur führenden Quelle von Süßwasserperlen geworden und hat sogar Innovationen wie die Edion-Perle vorgelegt. Die Entwicklung der Edison-Perle Der Manager von Grace Pearl – Zhan Weijian – ist der Kopf hinter der Edison-Perle und einer der einflussreichsten Menschen in der Perlenindustrie. Grace Pearl ist eines der größten Unternehmen in der Süßwasserperlbauindustrie. Herr Weijian glaubt, dass Perlen ihren Glanz und ihre Attraktivität behalten werden, auch wenn es bedeutet, dass die meisten Menschen sie sich leisten können. Perlen zu besitzen ist erschwinglicher, während einige Salzwassertaucher die wirtschaftlichen Auswirkungen dieser schönen Süßwasserperlen spüren, könnte es das erste Mal sein, dass der durchschnittliche Verbraucher in der Lage ist, echte Perlen zu leisten. read more