Pearls have long had the unfair reputation of being the staid choice for traditional jewelry. If you want to be a classic girl get a pearl necklace, or so says the common wisdom. But more and more trends in the jewelry industry are showing us that pearls aren't just for the sweater-set set anymore!
In fact, trends in the cultured pearl industry are moving towards bold, daring colors and shapes. Black pearls, blue pearls, big pearls, and long strands of cultured pearls are showing pearl aficionados just how versatile pearls can be.
Intriguingly, in classic Kashmir philosophy it is said that the blue pearl represents enlightenment. So of you want to move away from traditional Upper East Side princess Episcapalianism and towards a more holistic Eastern Philosophy mentality then starting with your jewelry is not a bad way to go. Check out Pearls of Joy for more information on the cultured pearl industry.
