Pearl jewelry - its timeless appeal

I’m always looking for articles about pearl jewelry. Whether in professional gemological publications or magazines for the general public, it’s wonderful to see how people write and think about pearls.  How they perceive their everlasting beauty and meaning.

We often describe pearls as “timeless”.  And not by chance. For centuries, pearls have been used as ornaments. Some historians even suppose that pearls were the first type of jewelry worn by early humans. Far from being “primitive,” these ancient people had great taste and skill.  Unexpectedly, they appreciated the natural beauty of pearls.  Moreover, they also managed to design and craft jewelry long before modern tools or techniques appeared.

By the way, pearl jewelry was never solely a woman’s adornment. Men wore pearls proudly, too. For instance, the King of England, Henry VIII, lavishly adorned himself with pearl jewelry. Of course, in those times, pearls were an exclusive luxury.  Pearls were reserved for royalty and the highest nobility only. Most women could not even dream of owning pearls.

A revolution in the jewelry world

Everything changed in the early 20th century when a humble Japanese, Kokichi Mikimoto, successfully cultured pearls in oysters. It was a revolutionary innovation. For the first time in history, real pearl jewelry became accessible to women from different walks of life.  It was a real revolution, and the iconic strand of cultured white pearls became a staple for every elegant woman.

 

But over time, pearl jewelry gained an undeserved reputation for being old-fashioned, and they were dubbed “grandmother’s pearls”. For years, pearl jewelry was rejected as boring and outdated. However, fashion is cyclical, and I am pleased to see that, at present, real pearl jewelry is experiencing an amazing renaissance.

Contemporary pearl jewelry at Jewelry Olga

The modern jewelry market offers an unbelievable variety of cultured pearls, having different colors, shapes, sizes, and textures. At Jewelry Olga, we love giving new life to classic pearl jewelry designs.  We transform them into what we call “contemporary classic or everyday elegance.”

Our contemporary custom pearl jewelry often features colorful or uniquely shaped pearls, for instance, baroque pearls or keshi pearls.  As a result, we create bold, modern pieces that are timeless and innovative simultaneously – classics with a modern twist. And we are proud to be part of the revival of the Renaissance of pearl jewelry.

 

 

Pearls are no longer just a symbol of tradition.  Modern real pearl jewelry is a must-have for every stylish woman. Whether you prefer a classic pearl necklace or daring contemporary pieces, pearl jewelry is now celebrated as versatile, fashionable, and endlessly wearable.

Pearl jewelry to refresh your style

Do you want to reinvent your look? Think about contemporary pearl jewelry you have never worn before. A bold, unconventional pearl jewelry piece can immediately refresh your style.  It will help you feel confident and unique. Sometimes, breaking away from tradition is the best way to embrace it.

Ultimately, beautiful pearl jewelry should be worn, not just admired. Put on a piece of custom pearl jewelry, and you will feel its allure for yourself.