Posts Tagged ‘pearls’
What is Nacre? And how does it create luster in pearls?
That soft, subtle glow that we all love about fine quality pearls is unmistakable and highly prized. It is created when nacre reflects the light. But most people do not fully understand what nacre is or why it is important to consider when buying pearls. Here we dive deeply into the definition of nacre and…
Read MoreMet Gala Jewels 2022 – Pearls on Parade
The 2022 Met Gala in New York City on Monday was particularly colorful, from the exotic fashions reflecting the “Gilded Glamour” theme to the fabulous accessories, especially pearls. A multitude of white pearls and some smoky Tahitian pearls appeared on the Red Carpet at one of Fashion’s biggest nights. Here, we explore the lustrous pearls…
Read MoreA Pearl Legend – New Mini-Doc “Assael Revealed” Celebrates the Legacy of Salvador Assael
An all-new documentary style short film entitled Assael Revealed now celebrates the unique and unparalleled history of Assael, the beloved New York brand of magnificent pearls and responsibly sourced coral. Touted by the The New York Times as “a titan of the cultured pearl business,” the brand’s founder Salvador Assael had an unmatched passion for…
Read MoreUnderstanding Precious Coral Jewelry
Today, from the more than 7,300 coral species, only 10 are considered precious coral by the fine jewelry industry, with the purest red Mediterranean Coral and the light pink Angel’s Skin Coral as probably the most popular in the world of fine jewelry.
Read MoreFashion’s Love Affair with Pearls from U.K. Guest Blogger Katerina Perez
The broadening of fine jewellery horizons has been heavily influenced by fashion in recent years, and has resulted in a brighter, more technicolour interpretation of luxury for all of us: a huge array of gemstones, pearls and precious materials is now welcomed
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