Why do people love pearls so much?


Over many years, clients have given many reasons why they love pearls.
Sometimes, the reasons are surprising. At other times, they’re warmly familiar.  It’s also true that there is wide diversity in them.

 Here are some of the top reasons our clients have given for their near addiction to pearls:

  • they are unique.  You can look at one pearl that’s notionally the same in every respect (size, grade, colour etc.) as another – but they’ll be very different and have different characters too;
  • pearls are natural.  True, cultivation takes place but the processes are entirely natural.  No vast production line machinery is involved, no hazardous chemicals used and above all, nature makes them and not Man;
  • they are rare.  The world’s total pearl production is surprisingly small.  The wearer is expressing their individuality and discerning taste;
  • they are ‘green’ and sustainable.  At least in Australia, all production adopts the highest stands of sustainable harvesting and good environmental practices; 
  • pearls are timeless. Assuming they’re cared for appropriately, they’ll be as beautiful for the next generation as they were for you;
  • they are classic.  This isn’t the same thing as saying ‘predictable’ because our designs, for example, represent styles ranging from traditional to the ultra-modern.  Classic in this context mean that they’re a sign of discernment.  They’re a statement about your personality and what you value;
  • they are simply beautiful to look at!  They can change their appearance depending upon things such as the light and how you wear them on a given occasion.  Some pearl owners say it’s like never wearing the same jewel twice!

In many cases, this is simply about an emotional reaction to pearls.  It’s not something you can describe, it’s something to be experienced when you’re looking at your own personal pearl or pearls. 

Lust Pearls has modernised a traditional favourite by inlaying diamonds into pearl jewellery, however if you are a traditionalist or prefer classic pearls… we have them for you as well. We can cater to every taste and requirement with our unique range of pearl necklace, pearl earings, pearl bracelets and a lot more. 

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