Pearl beads have been very popular for centuries in a row. They became everyone's favorite classics. Luxurious decoration adds femininity, sophistication and originality to the image.
Features and properties
Beads made of pearls appeared several centuries ago. But they gained great fame when the famous Coco Chanel appeared in public. They began to call them "Chanel Beads." Since that time, every fashionista has among a variety of jewelry elegant and charming pearl beads.
Today, this jewelry is often worn by brides on their wedding day, as they harmonize perfectly with the snow-white dress. This accessory gives the stylish look sophistication and solemnity.
Pearl beads are characterized by versatility. They can be worn as a complement to a business, evening or everyday look. In any situation, they are appropriate.
This fashion accessory has become very popular due to the huge variety of models, among which you can choose an exquisite option for any style.
Models
Among the variety of models, beads of multi-colored pearls attract huge attention. They look bright and spectacular. Such an accessory will become the highlight of the stylish image.
Many girls pay attention to combination products. Jewelers offer beautiful and original options with gold accents. This accessory is ideal for a special occasion.
Often pearl beads are combined with other stones. Women of age prefer models with amber or pomegranate. Young people choose options with turquoise or lapis lazuli.
The material from which the clasp is made plays a large role. Often gold is used in their production. Models with a silver fastener look beautiful. Masters offer luxurious options with nickel silver clasp.
Short beads can be complemented with an exquisite pendant. It draws attention to the neckline and adds elegance to the look. Multi-row models look spectacular. They should be worn with elegant dresses. The threads can freely fall down or be twisted into an interesting pattern.
Types of pearls
To create pearl beads, masters use different types of pearls. Among the variety of categories, natural pearls are often used, which can be both marine and river.
Natural pearls are also called wild, as it is formed in natural conditions. It is extracted from the shells of mollusks living in the seas or freshwater rivers. This aquatic mineral is very valuable.
Sea pearls are large in size and have a flat, smooth surface. The river mineral is characterized by smaller sizes in comparison with the marine analogue, therefore its cost is lower.
Elite pearls are mined from the South Seas. Unfortunately, today this mineral is practically not mined, since in organic conditions it is very rare. In nature, one pearl is formed from 50 to 200 years.
Many jewelry is made from artificial pearls, which is obtained as a result of using modern technology. It is made from different materials, which differ in strength, color and price. Many pearls are made of plastic or glass. They are covered with a variety of varnishes of different colors.
Imitation pearls can be presented in different sizes. Often, pressed nacre of natural origin is used to create it.
Jewelry made of majolica with pearls is also popular with many fashionistas. The manufacturing company enjoys well-deserved fame because it offers high-quality products. Beads are mined through the use of modern technology.
Cultured pearls are no less popular. Many girls want to have jewelry made from natural pearls, but the amount of mineral extracted does not satisfy the needs of everyone, so scientists have found a new way to create beautiful pearls by artificial method. A grain of sand is introduced into the mollusk, which, under the control of scientists, grows into beautiful pearls.
An ordinary person cannot distinguish cultured pearls from natural pearls; not even an experienced specialist can always draw a clear line. There are practically no differences between them. A cultured marine mineral is more expensive than a river counterpart. Unprocessed pearls are cheaper, so jewelry from it also finds its customers.
Cultured pearls come in several flavors. South Sea pearls are mined in the Indian and Pacific Oceans. They vary in size from one to two centimeters, as well as a pleasant, warm color.
Pearls from the island of Kyushu or Honshu are another variety. They differ in a small size, which has from 6 to 8 mm. Pearls are presented in light green tones with silver and golden sheen. Rarely come across pearls of pink or blue hue.
The most expensive among cultured pearls are black pearls called Tahiti. One medium-sized pearl costs 10 thousand dollars. It is made in the Pacific Ocean.
Length and shape
Pearl beads longer than 42 cm are called "princess". They look very elegant as they gently fall down. This model will visually lengthen the neck, which is ideal for girls with a short or full neck.
If this jewelry consists of small pearls, then you can decorate it with an elegant pendant or pendant. Gold inserts will look beautiful.Large pearl beads look impressive and stylish. Additional decorations will be superfluous.
Luxurious beads called “matine” have a length of up to 60 cm. They are ideal for embodying an evening bow, because they look beautiful in tandem with a luxurious dress. They give onions femininity and unusualness. Some girls use this accessory to embody a business image, since it allows you to soften the severity of style.
Among the long models there is an “opera”, approximately 80 cm long, and a “rope”, which reaches a length of more than 100 cm. Such long models are usually worn, wrapped around the neck several times. Fashionistas like to wear such beads on their hands or tie them to a knot.
Short pearl beads also occupy a worthy place. The collar model is in great demand, which includes several threads, united by one common. This option fits the neck tightly, and visually makes the neck shorter. It is ideal for girls with a long and thin neck. This model is in harmony with the deep neckline.
Color
Natural pearls are presented in a variety of colors. White pearls are the rarest. This mineral is often represented by a pink, greenish or light blue hue.
The most expensive are pearls of saturated and bright colors, which include black, blue and purple. They attract attention with an unusual metallic sheen.
Many girls like multi-colored pearls, but snow-white models are the most popular. This color is perfect for any skin type. He is liked by both young people and women in their ages.
When choosing other shades of pearls, you should consider your color type. For example, owners of dark skin are ideal yellow beads. Blue and pink pearls should be purchased for girls with blond or brown hair, and with porcelain skin.
Pearls of chocolate tones will look beautiful on brown-eyed beauties. This decoration can be worn with an outfit in coffee shades. Black pearl beads will not work for fair-skinned girls, as they will make the skin even paler.
How to choose?
To purchase high-quality pearl jewelry, you should carefully approach their choice, taking into account several important criteria:
- It is necessary to build on not only the color and size of the product, but also pay attention to the brilliance of the beads and the cost. Natural pearl beads cannot be cheap.
- The bright shine of the beads indicates that they were made at the factory, since pearls undergo quality selection there. If you are looking for an inexpensive option, it is worth taking a closer look at small pearl beads. Most often, such models use river pearls.
How to check for authenticity?
The authenticity of the decoration is primarily indicated by its value. A rare mineral product cannot be sold at a discount or super bargain price.
How to clean?
Pearl beads require careful care so that the beads do not lose their luster and beauty. This mineral can be purified using distilled water. It is enough to rinse the beads in this water and then wipe with a dry piece of material.
The mineral requires moisture, so do not hide the beads for a long time in a box. They need to be worn more often, then they will not lose their original shine.
It is worth protecting the decoration from chemical attack. Creams, perfumes and other cosmetics should not fall on it.
It is worth considering storage. Particularly noteworthy is the air temperature, since it should not be very low or high. The decoration should be wrapped in natural material for storage.
How to tie a beads?
Long beads can be worn in many ways. Some girls love it when they fall down with a single thread, while others like to attract the attention of others with unusually tied beads.
Pearl beads can be tied around the neck or wrapped around it several times.A kind of eyelet from this luxurious decoration looks beautiful.
Cost
The quality and variety of pearls affects the cost of jewelry. The most affordable option is artificial pearl accessories, cultivated is a little more expensive, and the most expensive is natural.
If we talk about color solutions, the pearls of black and white are rare and expensive.
The size of the beads also affects the price of the product, and how accurately they match in size and color. The quality of nacre also plays an important role.
What to wear?
Pearl beads look elegant and solemn, so many beauties wear them only to create an elegant or evening bow. This jewelry is suitable for embodying the image in a casual or business style, as it is universal.
To make the image look harmonious, you should choose outfits for the length of the jewelry, as well as take into account individual characteristics, for example, the size of beads, the length of the thread.
Stylish looks
A great choice for a wedding dress with bare shoulders will be snow-white pearl beads falling on the shoulders. Unusual weaving, which creates an attractive pattern, fascinates others.
Long cream-colored pearl beads look great in contrast with a black outfit. They can be wrapped several times around the neck. They will give an image of femininity and help to show their individuality.