Mother of Pearl - How to Accessorize
with Mother of Pearls & Pearl Jewelry
The use of mother of pearl in jewelry dates back
to the days of ancient Palestine. Its size and versatility
make it a perfect material to use for m any types
of ornaments, and it can be carved into a variety
of shapes.
Mother of pearl is dressy enough to wear with a
formal gown, and casual enough to accent jeans and
a tee-shirt! You can get it in any shade of the
rainbow, and its iridescent gleam is eye-catching
no matter what your outfit.
Traditionally, mother of pearl is used in pearl
pendants, either as an oval
or a Rhombus set in precious metal and polished
to a sheen. Brooches are also popular, and may be
a simple slim piece or a carved cameo style pin.
Round, drilled pieces of mother
of pearl beads can be used to string pearl-like
necklaces and bracelets, and medallions make glittery
dangling earrings.  You
can mix mother of pearl with freshwater pearls,
beads, and gemstones for one of a kind items that
are personalized to your specific tastes!
The meaning of mother of pearl is peace and protection,
so it is popular as a gift for mothers, mothers
in law, and mothers to be. Faith, charity and innocence
are also associated with mother of pearl, so they
are appropriate for younger girls as well.
Carved beads made of mother of pearl are gaining
popularity as they add a little texture and can
be found in a variety of shapes such as flowers,
hearts and diamonds. Strung as a necklace or bracelet
or used for stud earrings , these ornaments add a
special touch to any outfit!
Try matching a mother of pearl pendant up with
freshwater pearls in graduating sizes for a stunning
strand to wear for a special occasion, or make a
set of earrings to wear with a brooch of the same
color.
Try decorating barrettes with mother of pearl medallions,
or string mother of pearl beads on an elastic cord
to wear in your hair. Their glimmering surface adds
a special something to your favorite scrunchie,
or you can glue them to a headband in an overlapping
pattern for a mermaid effect.
Whatever the occasion, mother of pearl jewelry
will be appropriate. You can wear it anywhere, and
though made of the same substance as pearls themselves,
mother of pearl is less expensive and more durable
making it a perfect choice for everyday! |
