Tag Archives: Pearls

ASK MS. ELITOU:  Can I polish my pearls with toothpaste?

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Hello Ms. Elitou! I was given my Grandmother’s pearls as an anniversary gift and I want to make them look as new as I can. I want to polish them with toothpaste like my other jewelry but I am not sure if they would be safe if I did that. What are your thoughts?

-Aliza W.

Hi Aliza! Thank you for reaching out! I am very happy that you asked this question because I believe many have the same thought when it comes to cleaning pearls.

The answer is NO! It is very important to not use toothpaste on pearls, turquoise, vintage Bakelite, or vintage rhinestones, because they have softer surfaces and may get scratched. read more

PEARL FASHION: Oscar de la Renta’s Faux Pearl-Embroidered Knit Top at Neimanmarcus.com

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Do you have a love for the finer things? If so, this beautiful white Faux Pearl-Embroidered Knit Top by Oscar de la Renta is definitely a fashion inspiration.

The top which can be purchased at Neimanmarcus.com, features a multiple stand line of faux-pearls and two crystal brooches on the front which creates the amazing illusion of a necklace.

The silk/cotton/polyester blend is bound to make this shirt not only your best top in your closet but the most comfortable as well.

The top retails for $1,890.00 at Neimanmarcus.com. read more

CELEBRITIES IN PEARLS: Erykah Badu for the First Time on the Red Carpet at the Met Gala!

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At Pearls Only, we all love a first! Whether it is the first time wearing pearls or the first time attending a prom, a first is always monumental. When we visited the red carpet at the Met Gala Ball in New York City on May 5, 2014, we were so excited to see sultry and artistically conscious music artist, Erykah Badu, walk the stairs for the very first time dressed in her fashionista threads.

The “Honey” songstress was dressed to impress in a Givenchy hat that was considered a rival to Pharell’s large hat created by Vivienne Westwood. The hat was covered with a band and base that was made of white satin and covered in pearls—absolutely marvelous! read more

PEARLS OF WISDOM: -Coco Chanel

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“A girl should be two things: classy and fabulous.”

-Coco Chanel

CELEBRITIES IN PEARLS: Katherine Heigl Looked Cool in Pearls and Sheet Top

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The 35-year-old actress, Katherine Heigl showed off her breezy style earlier this May in New York City.

Katherine looked cool in her brown sheer top (with matching bra), and an ethnic brown and yellow patterned maxi skirt.

She really made her style pop with a gorgeous long layered triple-strand pearl necklace, knee-high boots and large bag.

We think this star looks very easy going and stylish all at the same time. We all love a comfortable look that is super chic and we think that Katherine nailed it. read more

CELEBRITIES IN PEARLS: The Adorable Anna Sophia Robb in Pearls Glasses at the 2013 Coachella Festival

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“Carrie Diaries” star Anna Sophia Robb looked very 19-year-old friendly when she attended the 2013 Coachella Festival.

The young lady looked great in the summer weather when wearing a fun and colorful maxi dress, accompanied with classic festival flowery headband, floral and pearl glasses with great reflective lenses and a simple necklace.

We think she looks great in her Mercura NYC Pearl & Rose sunglasses. The orange floral detail really brings out the cute and fun of the entire look.

What do you think of her look? Do you love it? read more

CELEBRITIES IN PEARLS: Ashley Olsen looks great in Large Pearl Earrings

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One of our favorite twins, Ashley Olsen, caught our attention when she got all dressed up in a flirty black ruffle gown and pearls. She was attending the 2013 Vanity Fair’s Oscar after-party.

We have to say she looked quite stylish and we loved how she kept her face fresh and youthful with little to no makeup, sleek hair and a great pair of oversized pearl earrings.

We adore her look because it is perfectly simple. What do you think? Is it a fashion hit or miss?

Photo Source: popsugar.com

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

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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

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

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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