r/pearls

▲ 2 r/pearls

how do you wear pearls in summer without getting sunscreen and sweat all over them?

The usual advice is to apply sunscreen first and put pearls on last, which is fine until you have to reapply sunscreen two hours later. That’s the part I can’t figure out. If I’m outside most of the day, the necklace is already on, my neck is sweaty, and taking it off every time I reapply feels ridiculous. Leaving it on while rubbing sunscreen around it seems worse. What do people who regularly wear pearl strands in summer actually do? Remove them for every reapplication, skip sunscreen where the necklace sits, carry a cloth, give up and wear earrings instead? 

reddit.com
u/Loudfrie5d — 6 hours ago
▲ 5 r/pearls

Can someone identify this necklace

Hey you guys, I need help finding this pearl piece I saw on a celebrity today. It looks like I mix of dyed and baroque pearls.
Please lmk if you can find it. I hope it’s not a custom piece lol. Thank you

▲ 65 r/pearls+1 crossposts

Back at it again, idk what I’m doing and I want to buy my gf good jewelry

Title explains the whole idea

Are these gonna be like embarrassingly microscopic?

I want to buy her genuine material but not spend $1200. Half of that is the top of my budget.

And I found this place from Instagram , thought she would like them. She likes pink, and the beach. And don’t think she has many pearls.

EDIT / Update

Thank you all for the kind suggestions and criticism, I found some really cool Akoya pearls! Now the only question that remains is sizing, she has a very small wrist and some of these the smallest size is 7inches is that doable

u/ninja_assasin_2009 — 4 days ago
▲ 23 r/pearls

Tips for taking care of pearl necklaces?

My uncle made this necklace for me when I was about 3. After wearing it to an important event a month ago, I have decided to never take it off, I do not know what kind of pearls these are. Asking for advice on how to keep this necklace in good shape. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

u/Ok_Company5586 — 4 days ago
▲ 30 r/pearls

Just want to share, I’ve always wanted a pearl necklace and finally pulled the trigger.

My grandmother always talked about pearls, she’s a June baby. And I guess it always stuck with me. I was able to find these vintage Akoya pearls from Oyama pearls with original box… I wasn’t sure it would suit me. But, never say never. I feel so… mature. Though I’m already a grown woman. But it’s just one of those feelings, does anyone else feel like more grown up when wearing pearls or is it just me?

u/thankyougoodnite — 5 days ago
▲ 37 r/pearls

Finally bought my first set of South Sea Pearls

I have been thinking about buying SSP for the longest time but I normally cannot justify the price even if I can afford it. This time though I have finally gave in to the urge.

I got these earrings and pendant set and they are gorgeous! Earrings are 11mm and the pendant is 14mm. I choose a smaller sized pearl for earrings so that I can use it for daily wear and it will not be too heavy for my ears.

Now I am addicted to buying pearls and I ordered another set of bigger earrings (14mm) and ring this time.

u/CrystalClear010 — 6 days ago
▲ 48 r/pearls+1 crossposts

Your thoughts on this Tahitian pearl ring

The pearl caught my attention but i’m no expert with Tahitian pearls. My style is timeless, so I try to avoid trendy jewelry.

Please share your thoughts on this ring. Thank you.

u/Every_Landscape_2757 — 8 days ago
▲ 16 r/pearls

Thrifted Finds

I thrifted these years ago. Thinking about having them re-strung BUT not sure if it’s worth doing. What types of pearls are these? Are the darker ones a certain color?

u/Specialist_Car_7878 — 6 days ago
▲ 17 r/pearls

Which Tahitian pearl color suits me?

I am planning to have a Tahitian pearl ring custom made for me. The setting will be in white gold. Which Tahitian pearl color looks best on my skin tone?

I am wearing a white gold ring in the photo just to show how I look in white gold.

u/Every_Landscape_2757 — 8 days ago
▲ 2 r/pearls+1 crossposts

Honest opinions please- pearl engagement ring

I always wanted a small stone as I find them very elegant, I got surprised with a pearl haha, still love it however by the reaction of other girls when they see it sometimes they look at me with pity lol so I’m curious what people actually think about pearl engagement rings !! What do you guys think?

reddit.com
u/Responsible_Sock5223 — 8 days ago
▲ 24 r/pearls

What type of pearls are these?

Hello everybody! My mom got this gift today and it looks beautiful! but she and I have no idea about pearls. Can you guys give some info about what type of pearls are these? Any information is very appreciated.

Thank you

u/startsfromzero — 8 days ago
▲ 14 r/pearls+1 crossposts

Do pearls still read as “formal”, or have they become an everyday jewellery piece?

I’ve been looking at how pearl jewellery has shifted away from the very traditional styling we used to see.

I personally love smaller pearls paired with simple silver because it makes them much easier to wear with jeans, knitwear or a basic white shirt.

Curious how everyone here wears pearls — everyday or mostly for occasions?

u/AeternaJewelry — 8 days ago
▲ 7 r/pearls

What pearl necklace length do people actually wear most after the first few months?

I’m choosing my first decent freshwater pearl strand and I’m stuck between 16, 18 and 20 inches. Most of my normal clothes are crewneck tees, open button-downs and sweaters. I’m hoping to wear the necklace a couple of times a week, so I care more about what works on an ordinary tuesday than what looks perfect with a dress

reddit.com
u/jlovalitvin — 8 days ago
▲ 9 r/pearls

4 pc set 14k. What kind of pearl

Have 4 . 14k bands .. they feel slightly gritty on teeth. They were my grandma's . Really turn yellow in sun . Ring, earrings, necklace and pendant.

u/NormalMedicine9267 — 7 days ago
▲ 28 r/pearls

What type of pearls are these?

Any info would be appreciated! Dyed or not dyed etc.. the clasp is Stirling silver

Any tips and tricks for learning if they are dyed pearls or not would be really helpful?

u/Extension-Fun-4566 — 8 days ago
▲ 2 r/pearls

Are these manufactured freshwater pearls?

I’m 99.99% sure these are fake. Real freshwater pearls don’t peel, right? I want to determine a price to sell them on marketplace. TIA

u/FamiliarChocolate819 — 7 days ago
▲ 18 r/pearls

Just a little bit curious-how could a pearl grow into a shape like this?

u/Ok_Dark9073 — 10 days ago