Pearls for Every Day (and Everyone)
The month of June may almost be over, but we’re far from done with its birthstone.
Pearl is having what might be its biggest moment yet, capturing a broader market that includes all genders and encompasses myriad price points.
Men beginning to dabble in wearing pearl strands on their necks and wrists might benefit from budget-friendly, cultured varieties as they step outside of their traditional men’s jewelry comfort zones. Others might be happy to splurge on higher-priced items, seeking the finest pearl specimens on the market.
This exploration isn’t limited only to men. Overall, consumers continue to seek interesting pearl pieces that treat the gem in less traditional ways: edgy, masculine, contemporary, unexpected—or all of the above.
Pearl is one of the most versatile stones in every sense of the word: It works in any metal or design, it displays a wide range of colors, and it’s available in a range of price points. This roundup of the latest pearl jewels from the JCK Show’s exhibiting brands demonstrates that beautifully. From chic pearl earrings to statement necklaces, multicolor strands to sterling silver treasures, there’s a little bit of pearl for every shopper.
Pendant in Damascus steel with 11 mm blue Akoya natural color pearl, $3,040; Chris Ploof
Double Take earrings in 14k yellow gold with pearls, $430; Mabel Chong
Necklace in 14k yellow gold with 10 mm freshwater pearl and 0.03 ct. t.w. diamonds, price on request; I. Reiss
Necklace in 14k yellow gold with multicolor freshwater pearls, price on request; Lali Jewels
Le Vian Couture necklace in 18k Vanilla Gold with 478 cts. t.w. Vanilla Pearls, 37 cts. t.w. Passion Tourmaline, and 7 cts. t.w. Vanilla Diamonds, $66,498; Le Vian
Sun Bust leverback earrings in 14k yellow gold with 4 mm peach freshwater pearls and 0.55 ct. t.w. sapphires, price on request; Denny Wong
Flower bangle in gold-plated sterling silver with freshwater pearls and 0.62 ct. t.w. simulated diamonds, $335; Lafonn
Hoop earrings in 14k yellow gold with baby Akoya pearls, price on request; Baggins
Solar bracelet in sterling silver with pearls and diamonds, $1,150; John Atencio
Strands with South Sea and Tahitian pearls, prices on request; Hanadama Pearls
Earrings in 18k yellow gold-plated sterling silver with freshwater pearls, neon apatite, and natural white zircon, price on request; Gemcolorz
Necklace in sterling silver and 18k gold vermeil with baroque freshwater pearls, $175; Anatoli
Pendant in sterling silver and 22k gold vermeil with freshwater pearl, $210; Michou
Lariat necklace in 14k yellow gold with freshwater pearls and 0.04 ct. princess-cut diamond, $730; Olivia B
