Tag Archives: HISTORY

WHERE DO PEARLS COME FROM?

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Pearls are quite possibly the oldest form of widely used, naturally occurring beauty product for use in cosmetics and jewellery available – they have been around since, well, not TOO far after the beginning of time (okay, human time – if we’re speaking dinosaurs and the lot they’ve only been around for a few seconds!) and it’s brilliant that they have stood the test of time so well that their beauty is still revered by connoisseurs of all things luxury all over the world on a daily basis. read more

GREAT MOMENT IN PEARL HISTORY: Billie Holiday Looks Stunning Singing in Pearls

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We love to go back and find some of the most iconic women of all time wearing pearls!

Today’s feature is an American Jazz legend.

The late, Billie Holiday is a woman known for her melodious voice, gorgeous face, and her beautiful signature of flowers that she wore in her hair. We think she is a great addition to our “Great Moment in Pearl History” because she made pearls a sophisticated and stylish statement in her jazzy look.

Eleanora Fagan, most commonly known as Billie Holiday and nicknamed “Lady Day” by friend and musical partner, Lester Young, was born on April 7, 1915 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She later died in   New York City, New York, United States on July 17, 1959 at the age of 44. read more

PEARLS OF THE PAST: 1984 Monet Advertisement for Vogue Featuring Pearls

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We love to see pearls of the past from vintage advertisements to vintage pearls on sale now.

Today’s feature is an awesome Monet Ad.

Above is a very rare print advertisement from Monet Jewelry that was featured in Vogue November, 1984.

The shot features supermodel, Paulina Porizkova wearing glamorous strands of pearls and earrings that are beautifully accompanied with diamonds.

We love this image. It is a great display of the darlingness of pearls. What do you think of this glimpse of the past? Do you love it? read more

GREAT MOMENT IN PEARL HISTORY: Joan Collins as Alexis Carrington on Dynasty Wearing Pearls

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We love to go back and find some of the most iconic woman of all time wearing pearls!

Today’s feature is a TV show legend.

English actress, Joan Henrietta Collins, born May 23, 1933, was a woman of style best known for her role as vengeful Alex Carrington on Dynasty, in 1981.

On Dynasty, Joan’s character, Alex Carrington is a glamorously chic ex-wife of a tycoon and every show was fabulous when she showed off her polished style.

Most often you would see her in tailored suits, oversized hats, and charming pearl earrings. read more

GREAT MOMENT IN PEARL HISTORY: Drawing of Bette Davis Wearing Pearls *

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We love to go back and find some of the most iconic woman of all time wearing pearls!

Today’s feature is a movie legend.

Ruth Elizabeth, better known as “Bette” Davis, was a woman known for her eyes and unsympathetic acting roles.

Known for her iconic roles like Now, Voyager (1942), she was an actress that was a house-hold name.

We really love this image because it is actually a life-like professional drawing of the famous star by artist, Melissa (casparofambrose), who only used 2 pencils, 6B-8B pencils, a white vinyl eraser, Q-tips, and Kleenex. Isn’t this amazing! read more

GREAT MOMENT IN PEARL HISTORY: Lucille Ball Wearing Pearls

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We love to go back and find some of the most iconic woman of all time wearing pearls!

Today’s feature is a family favorite.

Everyone loved the witty and funny, Lucille Ball, from the landmark American television sitcom, “I Love Lucy” and no one could get over her neat hair, stylish clothing and her well accessorized looks.

In this promotion photo, Ms. Ball is wearing a lovely strand of pearls that we adore. They are greatly complementing her makeup and gorgeous up-do.

What do you think? Comment! read more