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White pearls are unquestionably beautiful – at their best, they glow with an inner light that enhances any woman’s beauty. Of course, though white may be the most sought after color, there are plenty of other colors out there. Pink, for example, has been the “girl’s color” for ages, and with good reason – pink flatters nearly anyone’s skin tone and brings to mind the soft colors of roses. While not necessarily the best choice for someone who doesn’t want to seem like a delicate flower, cultured pink pearls make a wonderful gift. The best part is that pink can be a naturally occurring color! Intrigued yet?
There are many types of pearls on the market these days, and more than of a few them come in pink. However, freshwater pearls are, in my opinion, your best choice. Why? Not only are they more affordable than Akoya or South Sea pearls, but they don’t have to be dyed or treated in any way to achieve the pastels they are most known for. That’s right – pink, peach, and lavender are all natural colors. This is important to take into consideration because dyed or treated pearls are often, but not always, less durable than those that haven’t been treated. Common problems include dye chipping or flaking; sometimes dye is visible around the drill holes.
Akoya and South Sea Pearls, though not available in a true pink, do have pearls with rose overtones available. The body color is white, however, making these a very popular choice for brides. The upside is that the rose overtones make the pearls seem less cold when compared to the pure white versions. The downside – as far as I know, Akoya pearls have to be color treated to achieve the perfect rose color. It’s not a huge drawback, but is something to be aware of, and the expense of buying Akoya and South Sea pearls makes it important to be informed at every step of the buying process.
Overall pink is a wonderful color for nearly any occasion. While it doesn’t have the formality and classic appeal of white, pink pearl jewelry holds a more feminine, casual appeal. Peach flatters nearly any skin tone, though if you don’t find it works for you, the cooler tones of lavender may be a better fit. Finally, buying white pearls with rose overtones is another option that makes these pearls suitable for weddings or any other occasion in which you want your beauty to shine without wearing the same pearl necklace as anyone else.
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