Tag Archives: Pearls

GREAT MOMENT IN PEARL HISTORY: Joan Collins as Alexis Carrington on Dynasty Wearing Pearls

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We love to go back and find some of the most iconic woman of all time wearing pearls!

Today’s feature is a TV show legend.

English actress, Joan Henrietta Collins, born May 23, 1933, was a woman of style best known for her role as vengeful Alex Carrington on Dynasty, in 1981.

On Dynasty, Joan’s character, Alex Carrington is a glamorously chic ex-wife of a tycoon and every show was fabulous when she showed off her polished style.

Most often you would see her in tailored suits, oversized hats, and charming pearl earrings. read more

Pearl Fashion Fact: Queen Alexandra of Denmark Wore Pearl Chokers to Hide Scar

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Alexandra of Denmark, full name Alexandra Caroline Marie Charlotte Louise Julia was born on December 1, 1844 and died on November 20, 1925. She was Queen consort of the United Kingdom and Empress of India as the wife of King-Emperor Edward VII.

Queen Alexandra was well known for her style, jewelry, and most importantly her pearls.

In a majority of her images, you will notice that she has layers of pearls and diamond dog-collar chokers, called a ‘collier de chien’ on her neck but the question is why. read more

PEARL BEAUTY: Brushing Your Teeth with Pearls

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Loving the pearls your wear? Well, imagine brushing your teeth with them.

According to Examiner.com, you can do exactly that with pearl powder. According to the column, brushing your teeth with pearl powder can provide you with great white teeth, preventative benefits, and also helps with sensitive teeth.

“First, calcium coats and is absorbed into the teeth through its pores which can minimize pain from cold or hot sensitivities, plus the pearl provides a white sheen that can give the teeth a whiter appearance and a smoother luster; essentially, making the teeth look healthier and younger. Second, pearl powder heals the gums and makes them resistant to bacteria that can cause gingivitis; it can also help texturize the gums so they are not thin as well as prolong, and possibly prevent, receding gum lines.” read more

GREAT MOMENT IN PEARL HISTORY: Drawing of Bette Davis Wearing Pearls *

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We love to go back and find some of the most iconic woman of all time wearing pearls!

Today’s feature is a movie legend.

Ruth Elizabeth, better known as “Bette” Davis, was a woman known for her eyes and unsympathetic acting roles.

Known for her iconic roles like Now, Voyager (1942), she was an actress that was a house-hold name.

We really love this image because it is actually a life-like professional drawing of the famous star by artist, Melissa (casparofambrose), who only used 2 pencils, 6B-8B pencils, a white vinyl eraser, Q-tips, and Kleenex. Isn’t this amazing! read more

PEARL FASHION: Pearly & Crystal Flat Thong Sandals at Neiman Marcus

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Are you ready for a Spring? We sure are! Neiman Marcus is also making sure you are fashion ready for the new season.

They are selling these amazing and stylish Champagne “Pearly & Crystal Flat Thong Sandals” by Rene Caovilla.

The sandals by Rene Caovilla, Italian designer known for his jewel-like shoes, are exuberantly embellished and handcrafted in the Venetian tradition. The shoes features plastic simulated pearls and Swarovski® crystal thong upper with satin bow.

Each pair sell for $1,075.00 and they are bound to be the point of discussion at your next party. read more

GREAT MOMENT IN PEARL HISTORY: Lucille Ball Wearing Pearls

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We love to go back and find some of the most iconic woman of all time wearing pearls!

Today’s feature is a family favorite.

Everyone loved the witty and funny, Lucille Ball, from the landmark American television sitcom, “I Love Lucy” and no one could get over her neat hair, stylish clothing and her well accessorized looks.

In this promotion photo, Ms. Ball is wearing a lovely strand of pearls that we adore. They are greatly complementing her makeup and gorgeous up-do.

What do you think? Comment! read more

PEARL FASHION: Sophisticated Pearl-Embellished Tulle Gloves by Simone Rocha

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The 1960s was an amazing time for fashion. Women were elegant, fun, and loved to show off their style in cute dresses both long and short.

We would love to bring back this time in fashion but since we can’t, we want to at least give you a taste of the style and so does Simone Rocha.

Simone Rocha created two elegant evening gloves in both black and nude, that features a delicate tulle silhouette adorned with darling pearls at the wrist for a bracelet-like effect. read more

PEARL FASHION: Chanel’s S/S RTW 2014 Ad Campaign

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Chanel is an iconic brand that has always been known for their signature pumps, fashionable tweeds, and their absolutely gorgeous variety of pearls. We at Pearls Only love Chanel’s designs and we were more than excited how they showed off their well-known signatures in a new and fresh way– especially the pearls!

Chanel just released their new Spring/Summer Ready to Wear Ad Campaign for 2014 and we are happy to say that Chanel and their Creative Director, Karl Lagerfeld did not disappoint.

The campaign features, bright and inviting colors, youthful cuts, fringed tweed shorts, loose tweed skirts, tailored coats, crop tops, and amazing pearls of all varieties and designs including a daring metallic future-inspired pearl cuff necklace with multiple large pearls and also a three strand pearl necklace with a large statement pearls in the front and back of the piece. read more

CELEBRITY IN PEARLS: Pearl Negras “Think Of You” is Bound to Make the Summer Hot!

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The summer is sure to sizzle with the new rap group from Brazil, Pearls Negras, which is a teenage rap trio from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. We checked them out and they are awesome.

The group of girls that slightly remind us of Destiny’s Child, is made up of 15- and 16-year-olds Alice Coelho, Jeni Loyola, and Mariana Alves, who met in an after-school theater company called Nós do Morro in the Vidigal favela in Rio where they grew up.

Their song “Pensando em Você” (“Thinking of You” in English) has a very catchy beat that makes you nod your head and shake your hips like no one is watching. The trap-influenced, hip-hop sound is truly contagious and their rapping/singing style is as cute as they are. read more

PEARL FASHION: Professionals Who Wear Pearls Daily

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Pearls are amazing! Pearls have a way of dressing up your look and creating a very smart and sophisticated appearance. Pearls are a jewelry accessory that most women in powerful positions tend to wear on many occasions. This includes the first women, Jackie Kennedy Onassis, Barbara Bush and Michelle Obama; Entrepreneurs like real estate tycoon, Barbara Corcoran, and makeup guru, Mary Kay.  Let us not forget the Queen of England, Elizabeth II.

And before you think that these women are all too mature, how about women like the Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton, who has impeccable style. How about steady trend setter and Fashionista, Rihanna, who has become great friends with Karl Lagerfeld and often wears Chanel Pearls; and one of the richest and also stylish teens in the world, Dakota Fanning, has been known to adorn pearls. read more