There is probably no other gem in the world, diamonds included that can match the romance and reverence that has swirled around the pure simplicity of the pearl. From tales of Cleopatra grinding up a pearl and drinking it with wine just to win a wager with Marc Anthony, to the mythology of the world’s oldest 5,500 year-old Jomon pearl from Japan, Pearls have held us in their thrall, all through time.
CaratLane.com rounds up some of the most famous pearls stories of history, as well as the beauties who have made it all the more alluring to us.
Cool ‘n’ Classic:
Perhaps the most famous cinematic pearl moment is of Audrey Hepburn wearing strings of large, brilliant white pearls in Breakfast at Tiffany’s. How can you make her looks yours? Simple. Get a super svelte LBD, and make sure your pearls are large, and studded with a big and bold pendant.
Simple and svelte:
Audrey’s timeless, but our generation is not without its share of trendsetters. Angelina Jolie wears her pearls in simple strings and lets their natural beauty do the talking!
Chunky and charming:
A pearl by any other size is just as irresistible. Mix the sizes of your pearls and wear them all together, to get this cool, casual look a la Katherine Heigl!
Classic and eternal:
The classic pearl look is never far from reach – pearl studs and pearl strings that hug your neck is a sure winner!
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