Handcrafted Pearl Bridal Jewelry
- Elegance on your Special Day

Handcrafted Jewelry Ideas: Pearls have always been selected in wedding as perfect and popular handcrafted jewelry for brides and bridesmaids. Forever elegant, the enigmatic pearl brings out an ethereal harmony that can only be matched by the beauty of the bride and the joy of the bridesmaids on a special day.

Much as this type of handcrafted jewelry enjoys popularity in wedding, there is a rising trend of pearls with different colors and shapes making fashionable accessories. They serve as great gifts or companions among ladies whether they are wearing ivory strapless in a formal occasion or going to a casual party with jeans.

The ultimate charm of the freshwater pearl lies in its allure, its movement and its changing moods. Let’s learn some important points about this precious handcrafted jewelry:




Color:

Different oyster species contain different pigments and they grow pearls in different colors. Premium colors such as creamy white and pinkish white are very popular in wedding while peacock black and intense gold can match well with sterling silver for fashion wears.

Shape:

The common perception is that the pearl is round. In reality, they are more often off round, oval, or in drop, button or irregular shapes. Man proposes, nature disposes. Shape is a natural and aesthetic aspect of the pearl and does not affect quality. Artists of creativity should be able to work with shape and contour of the necklace, bracelet, etc … to make exceptional handcrafted jewelry.



Size:

Freshwater mussels can grow to become as big as South Sea oysters, and yield the widest range of sizes, from 2mm to 15mm. Bigger is not always better as size is more of a personal preference. Choose the size that fits your taste and aspirations.

Surface Condition:

Pearls are cultivated in a natural environment. Most pearl have surface irregularities showing the traces of nature appreciated by connoisseurs. Perfectly clean pearls are a rarity.

Care of Pearls:

Pearls are gems containing organic substance and water. They need gentle care to keep their beauty. Wipe them regularly with a soft cloth moistened with water. Do not clean these handcrafted jewelry with detergents. Avoid hair spray, perfume and other substances containing corrosive chemicals on pearls. To prevent scratching, they should not be stored with diamond. A special velvet box is the perfect place to store them.





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