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Choosing pearls with intention
From lustre to surface and silhouette, a practical guide to selecting pearls that age beautifully in the tropics.
Lustre first
Lustre is the sharpness of reflection on the pearl surface. In soft daylight, roll the strand slowly: crisp highlights signal healthy nacre.
Surface and shape
- Surface: tiny blemishes are natural; clouds that dull the skin are not.
- Shape: baroque can feel modern; rounds read classic. There is no wrong answer—only your vocabulary.
Wear and care
Rinse after salt or sunscreen. Store flat, away from heat vents. Restring silk every few years if you wear a necklace weekly.
Pearl + diamond + warm gold = evening without trying too hard.
Explore our pearl creations for inspiration.
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