GREAT MOMENT IN PEARL HISTORY: Billie Holiday Looks Stunning Singing in Pearls

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

Today’s feature is an American Jazz legend.

The late, Billie Holiday is a woman known for her melodious voice, gorgeous face, and her beautiful signature of flowers that she wore in her hair. We think she is a great addition to our “Great Moment in Pearl History” because she made pearls a sophisticated and stylish statement in her jazzy look.

Eleanora Fagan, most commonly known as Billie Holiday and nicknamed “Lady Day” by friend and musical partner, Lester Young, was born on April 7, 1915 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She later died in   New York City, New York, United States on July 17, 1959 at the age of 44. read more

FASHIONISTA OF THE DAY IN PEARLS: Kryz Uy (@kryzzzie)

This Fashionista was chosen as our “Fashionista of the Day in Pearls” because she is making the combination of pearls, polka dots, spikes and pastels so fly!

Kryz Uy, fashion blogger of Thirstythought, showed off her everyday style with a cute loose polka dot top by IANYWEAR, DIY pearl shorts, and cute accessories by WAGW.

We think this Fashionista looks great from head to toe, and we are sure that you will love her look as well.

What do you think? Does she look chic?

Visit Kryz at her website: kryzuy.com read more

CELEBRITIES IN PEARLS: Lady Gaga Goes All White in Pearls and White Makeup

Lady Gaga has always been known for her controversial style but “Whoa!” is pretty much the word that came to mind when we saw the “Fashion!” singer at the Glamour’s Women of the Year Awards in 2013.

The “Poker Face” girl looked washed out in this all white Thom Brown look with loads of pearl detailing accompanied with daring sky-high platform heels and pearl covered gloves.

Although the makeup is much too extreme for us, we can appreciate the love for pearls!

What do you think of the style? Do you like? read more

5 BEST DRESSED CELEBRITIES: The “Pearls” of the 2014 Billboard Music Awards Red Carpet

Although the pearl trend was not seen during the 2014 Billboard Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on May 18th in Las Vegas, Nevada but here are a few “pearls” that we deemed gorgeous and so very stylish. The red carpet was filled with many great celebrities and we have gathered a list of some of very best dressed.

Jennifer Lopez looked stylish and sensual in this long Donna Karan dress. Bold and furious, this red and flowing sheer and bodysuit style made JLo look like a breath of fresh air. We also loved the up-do hairstyle because it made the look goddess friendly. read more

PEARLS OF WISDOM: – Billy Fingers

“The world is your oyster. You are the pearl.”  — Billy Fingers

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CELEBRITY PEARL FASHION: Janelle Monae Shows Style with Large Pearls at 2015 Chanel Cruise

Janelle Monae showed up and showed out when she attended the Chanel Cruise 2015 Collection in Dubai decked out in large statement pearls!

Although she wore her traditional black-and-white color scheme and favorite updo, she kept her style unique be adding a cube ring with three massive pearls, pearl earrings, a pearl brooch and Chanel’s signature pearl headphone necklace.

She also posted a great image of her pearl style on her Instagram which gives you a better insight of the ring’s immense glory. read more

FASHIONISTA OF THE DAY IN PEARLS: Mayo Wo

You’ve seen this fashionista earlier this week and she has done it again as out “Fashionista of the Day in Pearls”! She looks fun, comfy and breezy and ready to enjoy the spring and go right into the summer!

Mayo Wo, fashion blogger of Mellow Mayo, showed off her chic style with a pearl collar top by Ianywear, lace cape by Amelie Street, scalloped shorts by Chic Wish, and pretty Mello Heels by Sugarfree X Mayo Wo.

We think this Fashionista looks great from head to toe, and we are sure that you will love her look as well. read more

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

PEARLS OF WISDOM: Ms. Lauryn Hill

“Hair is an extension of your thoughts and your thoughts are like pearls. Therefore, you hairs are pearls. They have to be protected and nurtured. And every hair shall be counted.”

-Grammy Winner, Ms. Lauryn Hill

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PEARL FASHION: Kim Kardashian Attends Her Bridal Shower in All White with Pearls

Kim Kardashian got pearled up for her Beverly Hills Bridal Shower on Saturday, May 10th. The bridal shower was said to be lavish with celebrity friends including a very pregnant, Ciara in attendance with all smiles.

Paparazzi from X17 Online caught the “Keeping Up the Kardashian” socialite, entering her party wearing a strapless white dress, pearls and silver heels.

We think she looks rather stylish clean and ready to be married.

What do you think of her style? Do you think it is appropriate?

NOTE: Kim and Kayne West are said to wed on May 24. read more