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From top to bottom
• Hypnose Tahitian pearl ring in white gold and diamonds from Porchet, www.porchet.fr
• Tahitian pearl earring with multi-colour gem stones from Hodel, hodel@hodel.com
• Pearl ring with diamonds and coloured stones, New Planet, info@new-planet.it
• Primavera rings in white and yellow gold with diamonds, rubies, sapphires and Tahitian pearls from Porchet, www.porchet.fr. |
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STORY B SHEUNG
Timeless femininity re-interpreted in the latest trendsetting styles.
IF you are waiting for that wedding ring, and it seems nowhere in sight, here’s my suggestion: get yourself a ring, and make it a pearl ring. Pearl rings are in this year, and here are five good reasons you should go for it…
Versatility
Whether dressing up or dressing down, aiming for simple classiness or casual chic, a pearl ring helps you inject an instant touch of elegance and taste. Beauty with character Pamper yourself with a middle finger ring, which represents strength of character and personality. A large, dominant but softly glowing baroque pearl on your middle finger signifies this, without compromising your sensuality and feminine charm.
Saving Mother Earth
The trendiest ring for 2007 is organic. Everything organic will be chic, natural and sophisticated. Environmentally, cultured pearls are among the best organic choices; leave coral and ivory where they belong. Colourmania If you’re the sort who need lots of colour in your life, here’s good news: pearls come in a multitude of pastel shades nowadays. A rose gold ring, set with a cluster of pearls in various shades, provides the perfect colour versatility. And if it comes with equally colourful gemstones, it would add a touch of zaniness to your basic look. In fact, many pearl rings now sport
creative designs that feature innovative materials.
Affordable Subtlety
If you do not believe in investing in expensive, extravagant jewellery, consider pearl rings. A pearl ring can be personal, subtle, and incredibly affordable. Here are five simple steps to help you find your ideal pearl ring: Learn as much as you can about pearls before stepping into a shop. Be aware that a South Sea white pearl is probably more costly than a black Tahitian pearl, and much more so than a white freshwater pearl. Get to know that a lustrous akoya pearl commands a different market value from a poor-lustre pearl of the same size. Also, that perfectly round pearls are more expensive than those of other shapes.
If you are budget-conscious, bear in mind that a pearl ring can cost anything from USD50 to beyond USD5,000. Take your pick from pearl rings in a multitude of designs to suit your particular budget. Independent jewellers, designer shops, brand houses, chain stores and even the Internet are where you will find pearl rings.
You will come across more creative, unique pieces in designer or independent shops. If you are highly active and always working and talking with your hands, choose a pearl ring in a compact and smooth design. Avoid prongs, intricate designs with dangly parts, spikes and sharp angles.
Do not rush through the purchase of a pearl ring. Finding THE pearl ring is an affair of the heart. When you least expect it, a pearl ring will appear in front of you, and without losing a second, you will know it is YOUR pearl ring. Happy searching!
To read more about pearls under this series, click here.
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