From brunching to dating, these elevated pearl styling ideas will make you look chic and on-trend every time you step out.
The fashion cycle has spoken: 2024 is the year of pearl supremacy—and we’re here for it!
TBH, pearls have been popping in and out of the fashion scene for a couple of years now. Hell, Ariana Grande’s engagement ring featuring a freshwater pearl alongside a diamond took quite a permanent space in our minds! So, when pearlcore exploded in 2022, we assumed that it’ll reach its peak point and we’ll be bidding farewell to it eventually as we do to all fashion trends.
But it turns out we all were wrong. Come 2024, we started seeing pearl jewelry everywhere from fashion runways (thanks to designers’ oversized iterations) to spring/summer jewelry trend lists. And the final confirmation came when celebrities like Kim K, RiRi and Lizzo paid homage to the Chanel designer, Karl Lagerfeld, in pearl-embellished outfits at the Met Gala 2024. Sure, it was the night’s theme, but it was also a sign that the era of pearls is far from over. Plus, we just loved how celebs shone fresh light on the timeless jewel, inspiring even the pearl skeptics among us to pin some pearl styling ideas and incorporate them into our looks stat.
With hoops, two-stone rings and bracelets having excellent stacking potential, today’s pearl jewelry pieces are audaciously modern, versatile and dare we say, cool. This makes them perfect for styling your daily looks, including those quick coffee runs.
Can’t wait to get the pearl party started? Scroll down to see 7 fresh and chic ways to style your pearls and secure the ‘best-dressed’ title no matter the occasion.
Pearl Jewelry Styling Ideas for Every Outfit & Occasion
1. Everyday Errands
When you’ve got tasks to check off your to-do list, your OOTD is probably the last thing on your mind. We get it. But just because you’re grabbing some groceries at the supermarket or dropping off your clothes at the laundromat doesn’t mean you’ve got to look sloppy. A pair of elegant pearl studs like these is the shortcut to making your fav slouchy knit and jeans combo, biker shorts or even a pullover jacket look très chic.
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2. Weekend Brunch
There’s no doubt that spring and summer are the ultimate brunch seasons. But heading out for Sunday brunch means at least one Instagram post from everyone in attendance. Amirite? Therefore, not showing up as your best damn self is not an option. But don’t worry; pearls are a quick fix to get there!
Stack pearl strand necklaces, bracelets and rings with your prints for some grown-up charm. And, if classic pearl strand necklaces aren’t your vibe, we’ve got plenty of other fashionable pearl necklaces for you. Pick a pendant necklace and team it up with a thin gold chain from our selection to keep it minimal yet chic. Or get that cool, edgy look for brunch with a lariat or tin cup style necklace.
Now, pancakes or shakshuka?
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3. Ready, Set, Office.
Pearls for everyday style? Why not!
Pearl studs may look tiny and yet they can make a mighty impact. Therefore, it’s a no-brainer that pairing them with your formal LBD or relaxed tailoring can make Mondays a bit less bleurgh!
Feel like dialing up the drama a little bit? Choose the exotic Tahitian pearls. And the best part is you’ll never want to take them off because pearl earrings can take you from a day in the office to a night in the club quite effortlessly.
Irish coffee, please!
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4. Date Night Ready
Whether it’s your first date or the 50th, you want to look and feel your best on date night.
And the easiest way to elevate the look of your hot new top and pants or rehash the look of your romantic slip dresses is to style them with pearl jewelry. We suggest slicked-back hair and pearl earrings for the win. Add a blazer and a head-turning pearl ring to add a dash of ‘cool’. NGL, the combo is so contemporary and unexpected that we’re sure your date will be a smitten kitten!
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5. That Soft Bridal Glam
Perhaps it’s to do with the fact that pearls are associated with purity and a promise of a happy marriage, but pearls have been most brides’ main for as long as we can remember. VIPs like Queen Elizabeth, Jackie Kennedy and even popstar, Arianna Grande, wore pearl jewelry on their D-Day.
If you’re a bride-to-be and want to channel effortless glamour on your big day, then owning at least one pair of fashionable pearl earrings is a must. If you ask us, pearl drops and danglers both strike the perfect balance between classic and modern and look gorgeous enough to ensure all eyes remain on you. Plus, they’re so wearable that you’ll reach for them way beyond your wedding day.
Psst! Planning to pop the question with a pearl engagement ring? We can understand why. Pearl engagement rings (even pearl wedding rings for that matter) are timeless symbols of love.
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6. Dinner Party Shenanigans
Now here’s a pearl outfit styling idea that’ll have everyone putting their mimosas down to get a better look at your jewels.
For your next fancy dinner party, pair your gown or off-shoulder dress with a pearl strand necklace and statement pearl earrings. The earrings in the frame are our bestselling multi-wear piece that can double up as starburst stud earrings for when you decide to extend party time.
Adding your favorite gemstone rings to the mix is optional but highly recommended. And, if you’re looking to load up your jewelry box with new pearl bracelets for women, check out our selection right now.
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7. Fun In The Sun
Yup, we’re pretty much asking you to do your hot girl summer in pearls. Don’t worry; it’s super easy (and trendy) to accomplish too.
Throw on your favorite bikini top and beaded necklace (summer is the season of color after all). Then layer with this gorgeous long pearl necklace and a fun mix of diamond, gemstone and pearl rings. Before you know it, you’ll be nailing your summer style front and center!
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7 Pearl Jewelry Styling Ideas For Every Occasion. So Damn Versatile! FAQ
- How to wear a 3-strand pearl necklace?You can style a three-strand pearl necklace with your party dresses and blouses. It can even make your blazer and formal dresses stand out.
- What are the 4 general types of pearls?South Sea cultured pearls, Freshwater pearls, Japanese Akoya Pearls and Tahitian cultured pearls are the four most well-known types of pearls.
- What are the 5 characteristics of a pearl?Unlike diamonds and other gemstones, pearls have 5 qualities such as size, shape, color, luster and complexion, which determine the overall value of a natural or cultured pearl.
- Are pearls back in style in 2023?Yes, pearls are trending in 2023. We’ve been seeing them on fashion runways, red carpets and royal events in abundance!
