PEARL FASHION: Natural Pearl Earrings Sell for Over $3 Million Dollars at Doyle New York Auction House

Pearls can bring you much more worth than its beauty, especially when you can sell them for over $3 million dollars.

According to numerous sources including Diamonds.net and Forbes.com, on April 28th, Doyle New York Auction House claims to have set a record for the most spent on a rare pair of natural pearls when they sold a set of pearl earrings at their “Auction of Important Jewelry” for a staggering $3,301,000.

The earrings beat out the previous auctioned pearls including, Sotheby’s Geneva who sold a pair of natural pearls from the collection of Gina Lollobrigida for $2.4 million in 2013, as well as Christie’s New York sale of the collection of Elizabeth Taylor in 2011 which sold for $1.99 million. read more

PEARL FASHION: Zack Dobbins Says Pearls Are No Longer Just For Your Mom And We Agree!

As we stated multiple times, pearls are no longer just for your mother and we found that Zack Dobbins, from Gulfshorelife.com totally agrees!

Dobbins wrote an article entitled, “Style File: Not Your Mother’s Pearls”, which explains his thoughts and opinions on how pearls are for the chic and fashionable youth as well!

“However I think it’s time they [Pearls] come back, but in a different mix. Not in the expected “lady-like” way but much to the contrary. My favorite acting teacher and early style Icon, Andi Horowitz, used to wear the longest strand of pearls to acting class almost daily.  But she did it in the chicest way. Thrown on with a white T-shirt and skinny denim— the anti-lady, more rock star. It felt glamorous without trying.” read more

PEARL FASHION: Rihanna Look Pretty In Pink with Pearls at 2015 Dior Cruise Fashion Show

Rihanna is a true example of a fashion chameleon! She is constantly changing her style and for the most part, it’s a HIT.

Rihanna once again showed that she can go from grungy black lace and leather attire to angelic white. Looking like a complete sweetheart at the 2015 Dior Cruise Fashion Show, on May 7th, Rihanna is dressed so feminine with a soft pink fluted dress by Dior; an artsy Lady Dior bag, an abundance of pearls, fun heels, and an adorable up-do hairstyle that makes her look so darling. read more

CELEBRITIES IN PEARLS: Mariah Carey Covers Wonderland Magazine in Nothing but Lingerie and Pearls

Are you “Obsessed” with Mariah Carey? If you answered yes, then you are going to be extremely excited to know your girl is back!

The 44 year old is not only on the cover of U.K.’s Wonderland Magazine but she has also released her new album after a five year stretch.

On May 2nd,the newsummer 2014 issue was released featuring the mother of two showcasing her assents with nothing more than a black lace bra, knickers and suspender set by Agent Provocateur, black silk jacket by Roberto Cavalli, black leather gloves and pearls. 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: read more

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” read more

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. read more

PEARL CELEBRATION: A CONVERSATION WITH TISH THOMAS- Famous Women in Pearls

This week we, at Pearls Only, are celebrating the beauty of pearls. I know, we celebrate pearls everyday but this week we will be celebrating with a fashion stylist that knows the importance of wearing pearls and why they are associated with class, elegance, professionalism and great stature.

Tish Thomas, a fashion stylist that has worked with major campaigns that include, Saks Fifth Avenue, and Nordstrom’s. She has also styled the iconic supermodel, Beverly Johnson. Today, she shares her thoughts on the most famous women to make a fashion statement in pearls. read more

PEARL FASHION: Beyoncé Covers OUT Magazine’s “Power Issue” Wearing Pearls and Speaking about Feminism and Sexuality

Beyoncé looked amazing as always as she adorned the cover of OUT magazines, May 2014 “Power Issue”. The diva looked stunning while showing off a cropped, curly platinum blonde wig and beautiful pearls.

The sensual singer, who released her fifth self-titled studio album in December told OUT about her feelings on feminism, women, and sexuality.

Read below:

“There is unbelievable power in ownership, and women should own their sexuality. There is a double standard when it comes to sexuality that still persists. Men are free and women are not. That is crazy. The old lessons of submissiveness and fragility made us victims. Women are so much more than that. You can be a businesswoman, a mother, an artist, and a feminist—whatever you want to be—and still be a sexual being. It’s not mutually exclusive.” read more

PEARL FASHION: Actress Katherine Heigl Wears Pearls on Pink Carpet

While on tour for her hit comedy film, “27 Dresses”, actress Katherine Heigl pulled out her classic chic style in France.

The Grey’s Anatomy star looked simple and sweet with her little black dress, matching black pumps, light makeup, pulled back hair and layered opera length pearls on the pink carpet.

We think she looked great but she got a lot of comments for being too simple and staying to safe with her style. We think that she looks very classy and very ladylike.

What do you think of her lady-like style? Is it too predictable? read more