why are pearls popular with brides for weddings?

Pearls, with their timeless elegance, have adorned the ears, necks and wrists for many years and are a firm favourite for brides and weddings.

Pearls are associated with purity, grace, and sophistication, making them the perfect choice for bridal jewellery. Incorporating pearls into your bridal look can add a special touch of sophistication and charm. 

Pearls have been treasured throughout history. They have a lustrous, iridescent sheen that reflects light and gives them a soft glow.

I believe pearls have the power to make a bride feel beautiful!

​Quite often,  your wedding will be the first time you have considered wearing pearl jewellery, and there's nothing like tradition that makes us feel the part, Even for a relaxed, stylish or low key wedding, a simple pair of pearl earrings just make a bride feel so very bridal!

What are the different types of pearl?

Natural pearls are formed organically inside oysters or molluscs. The process begins when an irritant, like a grain of sand, enters the shell, prompting the oyster to coat it with layers of nacre, the luminous substance that gives pearls their characteristic lustre. Due to their scarcity, natural pearls are highly prized and often fetch significant prices.

Cultured pearls are created through a controlled process initiated by pearl farmers. A small irritant is introduced into the mollusk, and the resulting pearl is cultivated under carefully monitored conditions. While cultured pearls lack the rarity of their natural counterparts, they are more accessible and have all the beauty of natural pearls.

Freshwater Pearls are found in lakes and rivers, freshwater pearls have gained popularity for their variety of shapes and colours. These pearls are often more affordable than saltwater pearls, making them a popular choice for both classic and contemporary designs.

Faux Pearls  are usually made from plastic or glass and are created to imitate a natural pearl at a ‘more affordable’ price. The advantage of these pearls are their uniformity, as natural and cultural pearls are one of a kind, which can offer a challenge especially when finding a perfect match to make a pair of earrings for example.  However, this can also be a desirable feature of a natural pearl jewellery set, in that it is not 100% identical to the other pearls making them arguably more unique.

What is my favourite?
I use all of the pearls listed above (except natural pearls) in my pieces depending on the design and price point. I am a huge lover of freshwater pearls, they have a lovely weight and lustre and look beautiful for years to come.  I adore all the soft shades particularly the blush, dusky pink and mauve shades that are available. The faux pearls used in my jewellery are all of good quality, they last well and tend not to flake or peel.


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