Susan Miller

·Master of Fine Arts in Jewelry Design, Pratt Institute, 2012

·Bachelor of Arts in Gemology, University of California, Los Angeles, May 2005

·Editor-in-Chief, White Victoria (2018 - present)

·Write and research feature articles and profiles for print and online publication

·Contributing Writer, Modern Jeweler and Ornament

·Write and publish freelance articles for IGS and WSJ Magazine

·Jewelry Appraiser (2012 - 2020)

Are you looking to buy the best pearl earrings for your dear ones but don't know how to choose or where to start? Or have you been looking for ways to beautify your ears? Or do you just want to know this beautiful accessory better as you're ready to refresh your collection? Whatsoever the reason, you'll find all the vital information in this ultimate guide about choosing and wearing these stunning pearl earrings.

 

As a jewelry enthusiast, let me shed more light on pearl earrings!

Why pearl earrings?


We love all pearl accessories likewise, but pearl earrings certainly justify an award for being unique and magnificent. Why? Not only do pearls symbolize class and elegance, but they are gratifying to your complexion. Their gentleness is extraordinary. 

 

You'll be amazed at how special and magnificent these gems are. Pearl earrings are one of the most admirable jewelry investments. They're a staple in your collection, and you won't have to be anxious that they'll go out of style or won't go well with all your outfits. Elegant, bright, and magical pearls are the personification of womanliness and timelessness.

 

Let's have a look at the characteristic features of pearl earrings: 

 

Durability & Tenderness


High-quality pearl earrings are durable owing to their solid nacre and brilliant surface quality. Pearls are one of the most reminiscent gemstones in both current and earliest adornment. More or less, everyone has a specific image that is conjured up at what time they think of pearl earrings. The durability of pearls is inbuilt into their very origin. They represent both transparency and tenderness.

 Elegant & never go out of fashion.


There're several different ways of wearing pearl drop earrings. For instance, a strand of radiant freshwater pearls can immediately add stylishness to your outfit. At the same time, a pair of pearl earrings is considered the most elegant wearable piece, which is great for any occasion. Their curves are natural and gentle, giving them an exceptionally soft and womanly feel.

Ultra-contemporary and classic look


Pearl earrings can be ultra-contemporary as well as classic. The key is to hold close to its versatility and be creative. Whether you're simply beginning out or adding to your budding collection, pearl earrings will exist to tell your story for scores of generations to come.

Good classy investment


On the whole, pearl earrings are at all times a good investment. Whether you're on the lookout for customary pearl jewelry that'll look something more modern or even more extraordinary look along with your engagement ring, this precious gem is a great choice.

 

Find your styles of Pearl Earrings.

If you're looking for delicate pearl earrings, there are several great places to get them. Looking online will disclose a lot of search results. How do you know where to get your pearl earrings? You want reasonable pricing and you want decent-quality pearl earrings. Learning a bit about the various styles of pearl earrings can help you make a good choice. 

Now, we'll show you the different styles of pearl earrings to help you make the best possible purchase. So let's get started:

Pearl Studs


This is the characteristic Pearl Stud Earring style that establishes to be a trendy fashion stud. An intact, fully round pearl is laid in a cup post setting. At its end, a safety notch acts as a locking mechanism to check the backing from sliding off. A pearl stud sits straight on the earlobe and is a staple of any lady's attire.

Pearl Dangle Earrings


The Dangle Earring is also the most popular earring style, seeing that its casual design is uncomplicated to wear. Made by way of a lever back, french wire, a shepherd's hook, and a pearl set on top, this stylish design is suitable for daily wear or as a great gift to young girls for birthdays or special occasions.

Pearl Hoop Earrings


This earring design is very stylish and well-liked Hoop Earring. Offering a clear-cut, casual open spacious look that straightforwardly mingles the best craftsmanship and approach to beautify the hottest fashion trends presented by the top designers worldwide.

Statement Pearl Earrings


This Statement Earring is characterized by gathering the best quality gemstones or skillfully matched sterling silver/white gold. It is an entirely different type of earring in terms of styling, extremely magnificent, and is excellent for the bride to wear at her wedding ceremony.

Pearl Halo Earrings


The halo earring features a display of matched gemstones, like a diamond, that encircles the pearl in a perfect concentric circle offering a dazzling and charming look. Each gemstone is set in a way to allow the maximum amount of light to move across.

Duplex Pearl Earrings


A brilliant selection of four matched pearls - one bigger, the other markedly smaller - set jointly to make the Duplex Earring style. In front, wear the smaller pearl & at the same time as the bigger pearl sits at the back of the earlobe, offering a stunning setting of two pearls to make this superb piece.

Pick the perfect pearl earrings for your face shape.

Your face shape is another essential factor when choosing the perfect pearl earring collection, as some styles go well with particular face shapes. That does not mean that you can't choose whichever design you like most outstanding. Let's have a more concise look:


Oval faces - any nature and piece of pearl earrings will work well in the company of an oval face; geometric styles facilitate disintegrating the curve of oval faces, and long pearl drop earrings draw out the face to create a light effect.

 

Square faces - rounded styles facilitate to make of softer angular faces, making characteristic pearl studs and pearl hoop earrings the perfect choices.

 

Heart faces - if your face is broader at the top, you can put in volume around your jawline in the company of long drop earrings that expand at the base.

 

Triangle - if your face is broader at the base, the finest pearl stud earrings will work finest for you, seeing that they illustrate the eye upwards.

 

Choose the right pearl earrings according to the occasion.

The reason we love pearls is the exquisiteness that lies in their realistic simplicity. We are currently finding ourselves in the center of a pearl resurgence. With many options, it's hard to choose which style of pearl earrings goes well with your style rightly. Moreover, we love dressing up for different occasions - so if you want to buy more than one pair of pearl earrings, it's all right. 


I've compiled a list of the right pearl earring styles for different occasions. You can include this gorgeous selection of pearls in your shopping bag.

 

Pearl Studs for Everyday Outfit

Many individuals wear their pearl jewelry utterly for special occasions, but the reality is that pearl jewelry can be worn every day, even in the company of casual outfits. Possibilities are never-ending! Choose small, graceful pearl studs for a modest look or a pair of tiny baroque pearls to make a statement. Pearls measuring 7-8mm are considered 'typical pearls.' This elegant pearl size is enduring and appropriate for everyday wear. 


Pearl Drop Earrings for an Office Setting

These are, to a certain extent, similar to stud earrings, with the only dissimilarity being that they hang beneath the ear. The most typical Tahitian pearl earrings illuminate your face with that stunning glow. These pearl drop earrings glow with casual office outfits while giving a stylish, womanly look. The 12 – 13 mm pearl size is surprisingly supple, classy, and suitable for meeting clients, and it is best recommended for women. 


Pearl Hoops for an Evening Event

This pearl earring is a contemporary twist to the customary pearl earring style. Hoops are enjoyable, and pearls are stylish, so at whatever time combined, the result is an elegant vibe to your evening look. Pearl hoops can be a single pearl in a metal hoop or an intact hoop of pearls. Most girls prefer gold hoops for a nighttime look. The most popular pearl hoops earring size is 7.0-8.0mm. 


Cluster Pearl Earrings for Cocktail Parties

There are instances when you want to look the best and have all eyes on top of you, and the most admirable way to attain that is by wearing pearls. Cocktail parties are the best reason for a glow-up, so at whatever time, matching your attire with jewelry, cluster pearl earrings are a fantastic solution. The 7.0 - 8.0mm pearls will sit nicely on the earlobe with a modest look and won't fall frontward on the lobe.


Cost factors of pearl earrings

To know how to buy the finest pearl earrings, it's imperative to know what factors to consider. Pearls are graded differently in contrast to other gemstones, but it affects the cost of pearl earrings. Here are the pearl grading factors:

Shape

 The perfect shape for a pearl is symmetrical and round. This is usually the atypical pearl shape and the most costly. That being understood, well-rounded pearls of other shapes are also significantly preferred. The other shapes for pearls are rightly symmetrical semi-baroque shapes.  


Size

The bigger the pearl, the more expensive it is. Big, completely round pearls are atypical and highly prized. Teardrop-shaped pearls are time and again used in pendants. That being understood, a big, well-rounded oval pearl is time and again going to cost more than a small round pearl.


Color

Pearls draw closer in all colors. Natural and cultured pearls draw closer in warm shades, such as pink, orange, and yellow, while cool shades, such as green, violet, and blue, can have different tendencies - varying from light to dark. If supplies of pearls displaying a favorite color are low, their costs can rise to unaccountably high.

Real Pearl Earrings: Average Cost Range 

· Freshwater Pearl Earrings: $100 - $800 or more 

· Akoya Pearl Earrings: $100 - $2,000 or more 

· Tahitian Pearl Earrings: $200 - $5,000 or more

· South Sea Pearl Earrings: $250 - $10,000 or more