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PEARL BEAUTY: A Pearl Facial May Be a Great Option for Oily Skin

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Is your face always oily? Do you find yourself constantly having to pat and wipe your face of endless oily build up? Well, we think we may found the answer for you and it comes from a small friend in the sea—the clam.

It is not actually the clam that you are in need of. Instead, it is their special ability to create gorgeous pearls that has beauty enthusiasts in awe. You may think pearls are just a fashion accessory but the beautiful little balls have a lot of powerful use.

According to the Times of India, after speaking with beauty expert Shahnaz Husain, the answer to your oily skin may be as simple as a pearl facial. A pearl facial is a facial that can be performed at Spas that is ideal for those with oily skin. According to Husain, it helps remove tan and brightens the skin: read more

HAIR DIY: “Victory Rolls” A Pin-Up Hair Tutorial by Emily From The Freckled Fox

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HAIR DIY: “Victory Rolls” A Pin-Up Hair Tutorial by Emily From The Freckled Fox *

Pearls and pin-up girls go hand-in-hand, so we were more than excited to share with you this hairstyle.

Emily, lifestyle blogger of The Freckled Fox, showcased an amazing hairstyle that was pin-up approved.

In her post, “Modern Pin-up Week: #2- Pin-up Victory Rolls”, she shared with us an awesome step-by-step tutorial full of pictures and detailed instructions on how to make the perfect “Victory Roll”.

“I really love this style and [I] am excited about posting it and hearing what you think, because it feels really classic to me and yet the size of these victory babies is pretty fun and extreme!” says Emily. read more

CELEBRITY IN PEARLS: Kim Kardashian Was a Pearl Wearing Flapper for Halloween

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Celebrity socialite and reality star, Kim Kardashian, showed off her inner Flapper during Halloween in 2008.

Kim K. looked trendy and fashionable when wearing a ’20s fringed flapper-style black dress with fishnet tights, layered bracelets, classic black “cigarette holder”, an ivory peacock feather headpiece, and layers upon layers of long strands of flirty pearls. We love it!

This combination made her look chic and fun without trying too hard.  This look is one of Kim’s best and we really do love the hair. read more

PEARL FASHION: “Twigs & Honey” Creates Beautiful Bridal Headpiece from Rhinestones and Pearls

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We love this Bridal Headpiece from Etsy shop, Twigs & Honey. The headpiece features dazzling twisted rhinestones with gorgeous pearls making for a beautiful accessory for your wedding day (and any day after that).

The piece is made to order and features:

“A glamorous piece that has both a vintage and ultra-modern feel with hand wired pearl beads, charms and rhinestones.”

– Faux and genuine rhinestone crystals

– Attached to a gold plated wire comb

– Available in gold/ivory (as pictured)” read more

PEARL BEAUTY: Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton Wears Pearl Pins in Her Twisted Chignon

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Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton, is a lady of style. She has made many stylish statements and she did it once again when she added pearls to her chignon when she attended a tea party in 2012 for her 4th day of her Diamond Jubilee Tour.

The Duchess looked polished and prim as she sipped tea with her twisted chignon updo accompanied with several pearl pins.

The style created a frenzy and caused many hairnistas to want the same look.

The question that came up constantly from beauty lovers was how she kept the pearls in her hair. The answer is simple… hair pins! The pearl hairpins can now be found online and in hair stores especially for the prom. read more

CELEBRITY IN PEARLS: Lady Gaga Loves Pearls

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Pearls and Lady Gaga seem to go hand-and-hand these days. We have seen Lady Gaga is pearls several times.

As you may all know, Lady GaGa has always been known for her unique and controversial costumes and clothing. Some we like and some leave us with in question, but for this look above—it works for us! The pearl and rhinestone mask has a little sexiness and mystery with a touch of glam that just can’t be ignored.

You can’t deny the fact that “Beautiful, Dirty, Rich” singer is a trendsetter and keeps us talking. read more

PEARL FASHION: Unique ASOS Faux Pearl Anklets

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As we predicted many times in previous articles, pearls are making their way into mainstream fashion and you will find that they are being used to make all kinds of accessories including a new kind of anklet– pearl anklets!

How unique is that?

ASOS.COM has created the “ASOS Faux Pearl Anklets” which are faux pearl anklets with diamante embellished trims that come in a pack of two for both ankles.

The pack is $28.22 and can be found at ASOS.COM.

Here is a closer look.

What do you think of the anklets? Where would you wear them? read more

PEARL FASHION: Kate Spade New York Features ‘Georgica Road – Emanuelle’ Clutch with Pearls

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Pearls are surely making their debut this Spring. Kate Spade of New York’s new addition, the ‘Georgica Road – Emanuelle’ Clutch featuring pearls a hit!

We love this clutch because it mixes the classical look of pearls with the modern sleek style of horizontal stripes.

We also find the hard case attractive and the drop-in snake-chain strap adds great versatility.

You can easily pair this with a long black maxi dress or even an all-white jean and t-shirt combo for a cool, clean and breezy look. read more

PEARL DESERT: A Delicious Pearl Cake by CONNIE CUPCAKE LUXURY CAKES

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Got a sweet tooth? Well, this pretty number will fulfill your taste buds and also appease your love for fashion and pearls.

This cake is called “The Matissette” and it was created by CONNIE CUPCAKE LUXURY CAKES whose slogan is “Custom Wedding Cakes. Made once. Made for you.”

We love the slogan because these days’ weddings are all about unique spins on tradition and with a cake like this; it will be the center of attention on your dessert table.

This is one of their most notable designs because of the gorgeous pearls and ruffles inspired after seeing a spring collection from famed Canadian Designer, Lucian Matis. 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