Several centuries ago, pearl jewelry was the prerogative of roy alty and nobles. In our time, with the light filing of the famous Coco Chanel, pearl necklaces have become the most preferred for hundreds of thousands of women around the globe. Chanel adorned the famous little black dress and business suit with pearl thread. Coco introduced new uses for pearl jewelry.
How to choose a pearl necklace
From time immemorial, in the countries of the East, pearl necklaces were considered sacred, and in Western countries - ideally created and refined natural creation. There are no things that would be more beautiful and refined than small beads of mother-of-pearl shades that are strung on a string. However, in order for jewelry to evoke positive emotions, it is necessary to select them correctly.
There are no specific rules for certification of pearl peas, because it is impossible to find pearls of the same shape. Certification applies only to grownartificial pearls.
Often, when making a choice, buyers pay attention to appearance, price, and only then - quality. And the latter should be paid attention first of all. You should know that real pearl necklaces can only be purchased at a jewelry store or from the manufacturer himself, but not at all in a market shop. Upon request, a certificate for the product will be provided in the salon. It is not so difficult to distinguish fake pearl necklaces from the original ones, just scratch the pearl with a needle (although the seller is unlikely to allow this): if there is a trace of a different color, then you should refuse to buy - artificial pearls.
Natural pearls exist several types: cultivated (on sea or river plantations) and natural.
It is natural - the most valuable and expensive, it is never sold in ordinary salons. These pearl peas are very rare, because they are grown without human intervention - a grain of sand penetrates the mollusk and overgrows in layers of mother-of-pearl.
Pearl necklaces and other jewelry made from cultured pearls are much more common. Such a product should not be considered artificial, because pearls also ripen in the same mollusks. Only the latter are grown on special farms under the supervision of specialists. Cultured pearls have many shades (about 120 species), both natural and tinted. However, the artificial application of color only improves the quality of raw materials (pearls). A diverse range of colors makes it possible to look for different shades to the type of skin of the futuremistresses, and seasons: cold shades - for the winter period, warm - for the summer. When choosing pearls, you need to look at them against a light background in order to assess the color saturation.
Price depends on shape
The more perfect the shape of the pearls, the more expensive the item. Perfectly even rounded beads are extremely difficult to find. More common is the so-called baroque form, which looks better with precious metal. The product should consist of symmetrical pearls and be characterized by common features or signs.
Necklace Types
A pearl necklace (photos of different options are presented below) usually consists of several threads of different lengths. They are used when worn with specific clothing."Collar" - the shortest pearl necklaces, they are made of many strands and lie strictly on the neck, thus, similar to a collar. They are also called "collar", and the length of the thread is only thirty-three centimeters. They will suit women with a long neck and a slim figure, and will also be combined with dresses that have a boat neckline or V-neck.
"Choker" - one thread forty centimeters long, combined not only with evening dresses, but also with an office suit. Looks great on the gate. Such pearl necklaces are considered classics.
"Princess" is also a classic, suitable for ladies of any age and constitution to any outfit. The thread easily falls on the collarbone and visually makes the neck longer. Can be combined with a bracelet.
"Rope" - the length of the thread is one meter and 12 cm, so there are many ways to use it, you can wrap it around your neck several times and combine it with a formal outfit, it is acceptable - in one row with golf or a sweater.
"Opera" and "matine" are used with business attire and casual wear, only worn over it.
Handmade pearl necklace
To create a pearl necklace with your own hands, you need to take a thread, thread it through the hole of the callot and tie a sufficiently large knot at the end, then soak it with glue to prevent it from untying. Next, clamp the callot with round nose pliers with the knot remaining inside.
Next step: string the pearls onto the prepared thread. To avoid scuffs and scratches on the surface of the pearls, tie a knot after each bead (so they will not touch). Another option: alternate with beads or other decorative elements.
You need to tie so that there is absolutely no extra thread left, and the knots should fit snugly. To do this, it is necessary to hold the loop that is being tightened with a needle, holding the needle and bead, and pulling the thread towards itself (the knot will slip to the required position by itself).
When the last pearl is strung, you need to thread the needle into the callot and tighten the knot again, better not one, and pour again with adhesive solution. Then clamp the callot.
The thread is ready, it remains to attach parts of the fastener. The callots have hooks that are easy to unbend and wrap around the lock eyelet. That's it - the elegant necklace is ready. Happy wearing!
