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Jewelry: Gems & Jewels

Defining Your Jewelry Style


What to know about gemstones. Choosing an ethical diamond. Pearls for the modern woman. Classic jewelry pieces. What jewelry to wear to work. What to own and what to skip in jewelry trends. Defining your jewelry style.

HOW TO SELECT CLASSIC PEARLS FOR MODERN SENSIBILITIES: Japanese Akoya Pearl Stardust Earrings

October 6, 2017 · Leave a Comment

Pearls are one of the most versatile of the gemstone jewels, they can dress up a little black dress or be worn to a wedding, and depending on the setting and other stones, metals or jewels that a pearl is paired with, they can even be incorporated into semi-casual outfits or office appropriate workwear. Despite being a classic, go-to wardrobe piece, Pearls can, however, look a bit old-fashioned, which is why we love The Pearl Source’s unique pearls designs, which also come at a more attractive price point than many pearl pieces seen in stores. A good example of this is The Pearl Source’s Japanese Akoya Pearl Stardust Earrings, formal and classic enough for a traditional style bride, yet stylish enough for those with demure yet modern taste in jewelry.

The Pearl Source Japanese Akoya Pearl Stardust Earrings

JAPANESE AKOYA PEARL STARDUST EARRING DESIGN

Each earring is comprised of one classic round Akoya Pearl Classic pearl on a gold base, 925 Sterling Silver coated drop chain. The earring drop is about one inch in length. The Pearls are AA+ Quality, which is higher than that typically found in department stores and mall jewelry stores.

Akoya Pearl with two smaller stardust orbits. Gold with .925 Sterling Silver overlay makes them sturdy.

Above the pearl, there are two suspended small silver drop ball orb embellishments with a stardust pattern to add a bit of very subtle shimmer, not full-on bling, but they are eye-catching.

Stardust orbs of .925 Sterling Silver over gold are securely held in place

JAPANESE AKOYA PEARL STARDUST EARRING CONSTRUCTION

The thick nacre content of these pearls makes them durable despite being on a drop length dangle, they will not scratch even though they are exposed to other dangling embellishments. The chain is gold with a generous .925 Sterling Silver coating. The post is sturdy and does not readily bend.

The Pearl Source Japanese Akoya Pearl Stardust Earrings are well-made with .925 Sterling Silver overlaying a gold base

ABOUT JAPANESE AKOYA PEARL STARDUST EARRINGS: EVALUATING PRIMARY PEARL CHARACTERISTICS

When selecting a pearl jewelry piece, there are three notable characteristics to assess. These are the Pearl Luster, the Pearl Nacre, and the Pearl Overtone.

PEARL LUSTER

Pearls produce an intense shine, also known as luster. The luster of a pearl can be determined when a light is reflected off the many layers of nacre or tiny organic crystals that comprise the surface of the pearl.

The luster rating of this Japanese Akoya Pearl Stardust Earring Set is considered “very high”.

These pearls have a high luster that is eye-catching. Note the sturdy .925 Sterling Silver posts and reinforcements

PEARL NACRE

Nacre is what gives pearls shine and resilience. Nacre is very similar in composition and appearance to the composite material inside of a mollusk shell. The iridescent nacre can be seen for example inside a nautilus shell and to some extent abalone.

Nacre is comprised of tiny organic crystals, which serve as reflectors of light. The larger a pearl is, the more reflectors it possesses. When shopping for a pearl, the larger the pearl, the more nacre it has and the greater the luster. The degree of nacre produced luster varies greatly between pearls.

Nacre builds the iridescent layers inside a shell and on Pearls to create luster as seen here

This Japanese Akoya Pearl Stardust Earring Set has a very thick nacre, creating a high luster.

These Pearls are of thick nacre which yields a high luster

PEARL OVERTONE

A pearl’s color is called the body color. Pearls vary from white, cream, yellow, silver, pink or black. Pearls also have a glow of a secondary color, which can be seen when light reflects off of the pearls. This hint of color is known as its’ overtone.

The Pearl Source Japanese Akoya Pearl Stardust Earrings are a white body color that is available in four overtones. The set shown here is a White Overtone Pearl, but they also come in Rose and Ivory overtones as well as Black. These choices are ideal for matching the undertone of a bridal gown so the shade of white is not a mismatch.

The white body and white overtone of these pearls glow suit all-white bridal gowns and absolutely glow against bright colors and dark textures, making them highly versatile

WHAT IS AN AKOYA PEARL?

Akoya pearls are cultured in Akoya oysters primarily in Japan and China. They are renowned for their incredible luster and are generally considered the “classic” pearl. Akoya pearls range in size from about 6.0 – 8.5mm.

Akoya Pearls, such as these The Pearl Source  Japanese Akoya Pearl Stardust Earrings are round and symmetrical and are renowned for their high luster

 

GIFT BOXED

The earrings come in a distinctive blue box with a grosgrain pattern crisp overlay, and an inner hinged style box with traditional satin and velvet lining. It is highly suitable for gift giving and storage.

Outer Gift Box with inner hinged box for gift giving and storage

 

 

ABOUT THE PEARL SOURCE

The Pearl Source only uses the highest quality grade of pearls from the Pinctada fucata oyster in Japan, and only uses pearls without defects. I found these pearls to be of better quality than that I have purchased at department stores. Because their pearls are imported direct, the cost is much less than other online and brick and mortar jewelry stores. The Pearl Source Pearls for gifts and bridal jewelry or just for your personal collection is higher quality and at a better price. They also offer free shipping on all orders.

The Pearl Source Japanese Akoya Pearl Stardust Earrings make for an excellent gift for brides, proms, special occasions

CONCLUSION

The Pearl Source Japanese Akoya Pearl Stardust Earrings are an outstanding value for a bride, as a gift for a teen attending a formal event, or for anyone who would like a demure, ladylike piece that gives an updated look to a classic design. The pair of stardust dangle orbs brings some visual interest to the single statement pearl. The pearls themselves are of high luster, thick nacre and come in four overtones to best match one’s skin coloring or attire. The direct sourcing of the pearls makes The Pearl Source jewelry an excellent value on a highly versatile set of earrings that will last for years to come.

WHERE TO BUY

Find the Japanese Akoya Pearl Stardust Earrings at The Pearl Source here: https://www.thepearlsource.com/Japanese-Akoya-Pearl-Stardust-Earrings-w.html

 

Style Chicks received The Pearl Source Japanese Akoya Pearl Stardust Earrings in exchange for our unbiased review and received compensation for our time and effort. However, our experience with the product and the opinions expressed in this review are 100% ours.

 

Posted by Style Chicks / Filed In: Accessories, Fashion, Jewelry, Weddings
Tagged: Akoya Pearls, Bridal Pearls, Choosing Pearls, JAPANESE AKOYA PEARL STARDUST EARRING, Pearl, Pearl Earrings, The Pearl Source

PORTABLE YET PRETTY AROMATHERAPY: BOUTIQUELOVIN Aromatherapy Essential Oil Diffuser Necklace

September 2, 2017 · Leave a Comment

Want to harness the power of aromatherapy when you are away from your home oil diffuser, such as at work, at school, or while traveling? BOUTIQUELOVIN designed a necklace to do just that: it’s an essential oil diffuser necklace that allows for personal aromatherapy wherever you go.

BOUTIQUELOVIN Aromatherapy Necklace allows for personal aromatherapy on the go

WHY PORTABLE AROMATHERAPY

Aromatherapy can invigorate, calm, uplift, provide clarity and concentration, dissipate food odors, and energize us. But not all environments will allow a diffuser, including an office, school, library or fitness center. Most essential oils are too powerful to be applied directly to the skin. BOUTIQUELOVIN Aromatherapy Essential Oil Diffuser Necklace provides personal and portable aromatherapy without the use of diffusers, electricity or water, yet they provide hours of enjoyment of using the essential oil of your choice.

Attractive locket pendant on stainless chain

ABOUT THE BOUTIQUELOVIN Aromatherapy Essential Oil Diffuser Necklace

DESIGN

The BoutiqueLovin Aromatherapy Essential Oil Diffuser Necklace is a Stainless Steel Locket with an Adjustable Chain with extender. The necklace chain, clasp, and pendant are sturdy with no loose pieces. The hinge on the pocket is solid and well-made.

Close uo of the floral pattern.  Durable yet attractive, the BOUTIQUELOVIN stainless steel necklace and locket is a pretty piece that will last for years

 

The BOUTIQUELOVIN necklace combines well-crafted stainless steel design with natural elements to create a versatile piece

FEATURE OVERVIEW

  • Made from anti-allergy titanium stainless steel for durability. Wear it all the time and it will be resistant to scratches, dents or tarnish.
  • NO LEAK DESIGN: Double magnet closure ensures that the locket will stay closed and the oil-containing pad stays put.
  • EASY TO OPEN design
  • EIGHT COLOR OPTIONS TO CHOOSE FROM TO MATCH YOUR OUTFIT
  • DRAWSTRING VELVET GIFT BAG
  • CHAIN LENGTH: Chain necklace measures 20″ with a2″ chain extender.
  • LOCKET SIZE: 1 INCH. Classic while still eye-catching.
  • 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE to replace or refund if the necklace breaks or you are otherwise not satisfied

20-inch chain with two-inch extender, gift bag, and aromatherapy holder pads

 

Featuring a 20-inch stainless chain, 2-inch extender, magnetic closure, and eight colored aromatherapy pads

VERSATILE COLOR AROMATHERAPY PADS

It also comes with eight colorful and reusable pads to hold aromatherapy oils. Only a drop or two is needed for several hours use.

The reusable cloth pad colors are black, white, pink, aqua blue, purple, green, orange and yellow. These eight colorful microfiber cloth pads are inserted inside the necklace within the locket chamber of the pendant and serve as a background color to the flower face pattern so they can coordinate with your outfit of the day and look great on a variety of fabrics and textures. They are reusable.

Aromatherapy colored pad color options.

The necklace is a versatile piece that goes with both casual and dressier outfits.

Color options

HOW TO USE THE NECKLACE

Apply the essential oil or oil blend to the pad in your choice of color. You may already have a favorite essential oil or oil blend or can experiment with some of the suggested oils listed below.

 

Well-made design holds aromatherapy oil pads securely behind the floral design. There are eight color options to compliment your outfits

 

Locket deep enclosure keeps the aromatherapy pads secure with snap and magnetic closures

ESSENTIAL OILS TO USE WITH THE AROMATHERAPY NECKLACE

I found the micro pads hold the scent for several hours. Where would it be useful to have an aromatherapy necklace? Some aromatherapy uses I found to use my necklace include the following:

ALL Natural BUG DETERRENT for outdoor events

Going to an outdoor wedding, picnic, or al fresco dinner party and don’t want to smell like bug spray? Use this necklace instead to keep mosquitos and other bugs away during an outdoor event.

  • Peppermint Oil deters bugs and can work as a natural, pleasant smelling bug spray
  • Tea Tree Oil helps deter bugs and ticks, making it particularly useful for camping, hikes, and picnics when constant bug spray is not an option.

Don’t want to wear bug spray to an outdoor event? Try Peppermint or Tea Tree Oil in a BOUTIQUELOVIN Aromatherapy Necklace

 

Versatile and attractive for casual picnics or for more formal outdoor events

DURING EXAMS & Stressful Work Projects

  • Rosemary Oil helps with nervousness, fatigue, and mental clarity, especially when under stress, like during a presentation or staff meeting. Some report that diffusing Rosemary Oil helps students concentrate while doing their homework or learning.
  • Peppermint Oil is invigorating and aids with mental clarity. It is beneficial when studying, or concentrating on a project or school exam.
  • Silver Fir is calming yet inspiring, ideal for exams with essays

Silver Fir is calming yet uplifting. Ideal for work, exams, creative projects, and exercise motivation

EXERCISE

Exercise such as Yoga, Pilates, and stretching are enhanced by the uplifting scent of Grapefruit Oil. Grapefruit is stimulating and uplifts the mood. Peppermint or Silver Fir is also invigorating during a workout.

COPING WITH CONGESTION OR ALLERGY SEASON

Eucalyptus essential oil is helpful for congestion, and is helpful in dry offices allergy season, or if you are coming down with or recovering from a cold.

Eucalyptus works to ease congestion or invigorate you during exercise. Just add a few drops to the pad for all day relief

COMBATTING FOOD ODORS

Lemon is invigorating, smells clean and is considered a universally liked scent. Did you eat something strong smelling for lunch such as fish or a spicy meal, or did you eat something in a restaurant or cafeteria with a strong lingering smell, perhaps a fast food restaurant with a grill? Peppermint Oil can overcome pungent foods smells and even second-hand cigarette smoke odors that can permeate your clothing.

A THOUGHTFUL GIFT FOR AROMATHERAPY LOVER

The BoutiqueLovin necklace comes in an attractive and useful drawing velvet bag with the BoutiqueLovin logo. It is sturdy and attractive.

BOUTIQUELOVIN comes with a pendant locket necklace, eight pads, and a drawstring gift bag

CONCLUSION

A durable, well made and attractive piece that compliments many outfits, an aromatherapy necklace provides the power of aromatherapy on the go! Choose the oil or oils of your choice for work, school, exercise, as a bug repellent at outdoor events, or for a personal fragrance. A lovely gift for an aromatherapy lover.

WHERE TO BUY IT

Find the BOUTIQUELOVIN Aromatherapy Essential Oil Diffuser Necklace at https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MUC9I8Z/

 

Style Chicks received the BOUTIQUELOVIN Aromatherapy Essential Oil Diffuser Necklace in exchange for our unbiased review and received compensation for our time and effort. However, our experience with the product and the opinions expressed in this review are 100% ours

Posted by Style Chicks / Filed In: Accessories, Essential Oils, Gifts, Jewelry
Tagged: Aromatherapy, Aromatherapy Gift, aromatherapy necklace, BoutiqueLovin, Jewelry

GIFTS & ACCESSORIES: BOUTIQUELOVIN Gold Dipped Clear Quartz Gemstone Pendant Necklace

August 16, 2017 · Leave a Comment

 

Love natural quartz crystal stones and want to incorporate them into your jewelry collection to add some boho chic? Do you like the variance seen in one-of-a-kind natural elements that have unique, distinctive features? The BOUTIQUELOVIN gold dipped raw clear Quartz Gemstone crystal pendant necklace has a large focal piece raw crystal with natural variances in its’ shape and texture and floats on a 30-inch chain. Ideal for gift giving or for yourself.

A closer look at the pendant piece

BOUTIQUELOVIN NECKLACE APPEARANCE: BOHO CHIC

The pendant is a large clear raw quartz crystal pendant with a gold dipped copper fastener band.

Focal piece close up

The larger size of the quartz crystal looks visually appropriate and proportion for the longer, 30-inch drop. Each raw crystal is unique, slightly different in cut, size, and shape and each has natural structural variances or inclusions that add character.

 

Like most natural elements, this raw quartz crystal has unique variations in size, shape and structure that give it character and a beautiful natural appeal

 

Natural variances in structure reflect the surrounding colors and light

 

Gold dipped copper construction securely holds the raw quartz crystal

Gold dipped copper construction securely holds the raw quartz crystal

 

CRYSTAL PENDANT: A large focal piece such as this raw crystal quartz looks visually proportional with “big” design elements such as bold colors and large prints. The raw crystal reflects the colors in the outfit in an impressionist look, making it a very versatile piece to compliment many outfits.

The large focal piece of the quartz pendant looks visually proportional with bright colors and big prints

The chain is 30 inches with interval gold small bead-like links every few inches. It is a subtle design feature that adds some interest to the chain while not overpowering the focal piece.

The 30-inch chain design

CONSTRUCTION

The crystal is held in place by a gold dipped copper band pendant on a chain. The clasp is a lobster clasp that is secure and sturdy. The chain is flexible and doesn’t catch on my hair or pinch my skin when it bends.

Clasp

USES

In addition to being a unique gift or piece of jewelry for your own collection, the crystal pendant can work as a long necklace, a pendulum or a balancing piece for room decor. It goes with casual clothes or is suitable for a daytime dressy occasion event such as a garden wedding or reception. It looks good in outdoor and indoor lighting and reflects the light in a subtle way, not blingy.

Lovely when worn to an outdoor garden reception. Elegant and unique with bold color dresses

 

As seen in indoor lighting

 

Close up in indoor lighting

PACKAGING

The necklace arrives well packed for shipping and comes in a drawstring plush velvet pouch bag with the BoutiqueLovin logo on one side.

Velvet drawstring gift bag

AS A GIFT

It is ready for gift giving, this necklace is ideal for your boho chic friend, as a bridesmaid gift, for a teen or nature-loving friend or a friend who loves distinct pieces of jewelry that by their nature have one-of-a-kind pieces.

CONCLUSION

A piece for someone who loves natural pieces yet enjoys distinctive design, this raw quartz crystal works with both casual and dressy clothes and compliments many outfits. A well-made piece of sturdy construction, it makes an ideal gift for someone who loves minerals, crystal quartz, or natural gifts with a distinctive look. Each piece is unique and contains natural variances, structures, and shapes which lend to its natural beauty.

WHERE TO BUY IT

Find the BoutiqueLovin Gold Dipped Clear Quartz Gemstone Pendant necklace at http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B019A4361

Style Chicks received the BoutiqueLovin Gold Dipped Clear Quartz Gemstone Pendant necklace in exchange for our unbiased review and received compensation for our time and effort. However, our experience with the product and the opinions expressed in this review are 100% ours.

 

Posted by Style Chicks / Filed In: Accessories, Jewelry
Tagged: BoutiqueLovin, Gifts, Raw Quartz Crystal Necklace

LovePray Essential Oil Diffuser Bracelets

August 6, 2017 · Leave a Comment

 

Aromatherapy is a powerful way to impact the senses. Essential oils can calm or invigorate, uplift a mood or enhance mental clarity and concentration. Essentials Oils are easily enjoyed from home with the use of diffusers, but wouldn’t it be helpful to harness the power of essential oils when away from home such as at school, when traveling, exercising, or during the work day? Wish you could carry the benefits of essential oils with you wherever you go? You can with LovePray Essential Oil Diffuser Bracelets.

LovePray Essential Oil Diffuser Bracelet with genuine Gemstone and lava beads are beautiful, ethical and functional

ABOUT LOVEPRAY ESSENTIAL OIL DIFFUSER BRACELETS

LovePray Essential Oil Diffuser Bracelets are made with genuine gemstones and lava beads to diffuse the essential oils of your choice throughout the day.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

The Lava beads are porous and thereby retain and slowly diffuse any added essential oils. They last throughout the day without leaking or staining clothing or other jewelry. Get personal aromatherapy wherever you go from an attractive, intricate piece of jewelry.

Close up of the beautiful lava beads, love the natural purple and green peacock iridescence in the light!  The porous beads hold essential oils all day.  As seen here on the Rose Quartz bracelet.

Closeup of Dalmatian Jasper and Lava beads to match

 

Lava beads on the Dalmatian Jasper bracelet have a beautiful onyx textured finish and compliment the gemstone variegation, and the metals both secure and set off the colors and textures

APPEARANCE

LovePray Essential Oil Diffuser Bracelets are well made and are attractive pieces, each with a unique artisan style. They come in several highly versatile colors and varieties of gemstones to mix and match with your wardrobe. Gemstone choices include colorful and vibrant Onyx, Amethyst, Jasper, Tiger’s Eye, Amazonite, Rose Quartz, Mookalite, Sunstone, Rose Crystal, Howlite, and Damalatian Jasper (black and white spotted). The bracelets are versatile pieces that go with both casual and dressier outfits.

These LovePray Essential Oil Diffuser Bracelets enable having a custom essential oil blend, or a natural, simple scent by providing the power of essential oils on the go.

LovePray Essential Oil Bracelet in Rose Quartz

 

Dalmatian Jasper

ADVANTAGES OVER APPLYING A SCENT DIRECTLY TO THE SKIN

Oils applied directly to the skin can stain clothing and may cause an allergic reaction. You may also at times be in a scent-free zone, such as some work environments or doctors offices, so the ability to remove your diffusing bracelet as needed is a way to still wear a scent even if you must briefly be in a scent free environment. Lastly, the oils’ scent being diffused on the lava beads outlasts direct skin contact, diffusing just a drop or two of oil evenly throughout the day.

HOW TO INFUSE THE BRACELETS

Apply the essential oil or a blend of oils directly to the lava beads. I found the beads to hold the scent and have impressive essential oil diffusing properties for several hours. Only a drop or two is needed to last throughout the day. Once the scent dissipates, a different oil can be used the next day if desired.

Add a drop of the essential oil or oils of your choice to any lava bead for diffused essential oil benefits that last all day!

OUR EXPERIENCE WEARING LOVEPRAY ESSENTIAL OIL DIFFUSER BRACELETS & SOME OILS WE TRIED

Some ideas we found useful for using these bracelets include:

EXERCISE: Walking, Yoga, Pilates class

Grapefruit essential oil is both stimulating and uplifting. Don’t feel like going to the gym or can’t relax enough to concentrate on your form or to get a good stretch? Exercises such as Yoga, Pilates, and stretching are enhanced by the uplifting scent of Grapefruit Oil. Grapefruit also enhances concentration. BONUS: The scent of Grapefruit makes people perceive you as younger than you actually are.

SCHOOL OR LEARNING, TAKING AN EXAM

Peppermint Oil infused on the LovePray Essential Oil Diffuser Bracelets is invigorating and aids with mental clarity. It’s beneficial when studying, or concentrating on a project or school exam. Studying at the library or learning a new skill? Try Rosemary essential oil on your bracelet. Diffusing Rosemary Oil can also be helpful, it is reputed to help students concentrate while doing their homework or learning.

Diffuse Peppermint for concentration, clarity and to repel bugs

A PRESENTATION, LOOMING DEADLINE OR OTHER NERVE-RACKING WORK EVENT

Rosemary Essential Oil is a calming oil that helps with nervousness and fatigue, yet it still improves mental clarity, especially when under stress, like during a presentation or tense staff meeting or when one is overworked and facing a looming deadline.

Use just a drop of Rosemary Essential Oil on the LovePray Essential Oil Diffuser Bracelets for stress

COPING WITH A DRY OFFICE OR ALLERGY SEASON

Does your office or classroom have forced air heating or air conditioning that makes the environment very dry? Try applying Eucalyptus essential oil to the LovePray bracelet for combatting overly dry offices, especially during allergy season, or when recovering from a cold.

Diffuse Eucalyptus on the bracelet during allergy season or in dry environments

NATURAL BUG DETERRENTS

Wedding season is here, and while outdoor receptions and ceremonies at sunset are picturesque, they are also bug-ridden. Don’t want to wear a chemical-filled, foul-smelling bug spray to a wedding, al fresco dinner party, or picnic? I found this to be a perfect time for a LovePray Essential Oil bracelet because it’s a pretty way to keep the bugs away! Tea Tree Oil deters bugs and ticks and is useful for camping, hikes, and picnics when bug spray is not an option. Peppermint Oil also deters bugs, as does lemongrass. Citronella oil is also highly effective.

My bracelet diffused with Peppermint Oil saved me from the bugs at a recent outdoor wedding!

My pretty LovePray diffuser bracelet diffused with Peppermint Oil saved me from the bugs biting me at a recent outdoor wedding! I love not smelling having to smell like bug spray at a formal event!

CURBING THE MUNCHIES AT A RESTAURANT

Going out to eat with friends, you want to be social but not completely ruin your diet? Try Peppermint Oil, Grapefruit or Lavender on your LovePray Essential Oil Diffuser bracelet to curb excessive over-eating. TIP: Discretely directly inhale the scent of the infused beads immediately before reading the menu and ordering for an extra boost of essential oil inspired self-control.

Lavender Essential Oil helps curb the munchies

BUILD A SIGNATURE SCENT

Use a single scent such as Lemon, which is invigorating, smells clean and is considered a universally pleasing, or blend a few oils together for your own signature scent. What is your favorite essential oil combination?

Lemon Essential Oil on LovePray Essential Oil Bracelets

ABOUT LOVEPRAY JEWELRY

Based in San Diego, California, all LovePray jewelry is original, designed and made in their studio using ONLY responsibly sourced, fair-trade, cruelty-free materials and gemstones. In addition to the wide selection of colorful Essential Oil Diffuser bracelets, they carry a full catalog of beautiful, unique handmade jewelry.

LovePray bracelets go easily from formal to casual wear

LOVEPRAY SALE!

Right now, LovePray is having a sale! And exclusively for StyleChicks readers, get 20% off LovePray jewelry with coupon code STYLECHICKS20 (Expires Sep/30/2017).

LovePray Essential Oil Diffuser Bracelets easily dress up or down, formal or casual.  Like this look? It is the Dalmatian Jasper, such a versatile piece!

 

WHERE TO BUY

Find the LovePray Essential Oil Diffuser Bracelets at https://www.loveprayjewelry.com/collections/diffuser-bracelets

 

Style Chicks received the LovePray Essential Oil Diffuser Bracelets in exchange for our unbiased review and received compensation for our time and effort. However, our experience with the product and the opinions expressed in this review are 100% ours.

 

Posted by Style Chicks / Filed In: Accessories, Essential Oils, Jewelry
Tagged: Essential Oil Diffuser Bracelet, Essential Oil Jewelry, Essential Oils, Gemstone, Lava Beads, LovePray Jewelry

Distinctive Jewelry Curation: ARTDOU Pearl and Lotus Leaf Pendant Necklace

July 8, 2017 · Leave a Comment

Do you enjoy wearing a piece of jewelry that is distinctive and modern but still has an overall classic look? Are you looking for a unique, artisan piece of jewelry for yourself or as a gift? Consider a handcrafted piece from ARTDOU, such as this Pearl and Lotus Leaf Pendant Necklace.

ABOUT THE ARTDOU PEARL AND LOTUS LEAF NECKLACE

The ARTDOU Pearl and Lotus Leaf Pendant Necklace is ideal for those who curate elegant, high-quality pieces for their jewelry collection, or for a friend, sister, mother or bridesmaid who finds inspiration from nature-themed elements.

PREMIUM .925 STERLING SILVER

This distinctive pendant necklace is an elegant piece, created with attention to detail. Made entirely of pure premium .925 sterling silver and adorned with a natural pearl, the hypoallergenic necklace is completely lead-free, nickel-free, Cadmium-free, so it can be worn even by those with sensitive skin.

The focal piece is a lotus leaf of a handcrafted, textured, rough silver and accented with a small natural and smooth pearl. The combination of the two textures has a modern and clean vibe but a classic and feminine feel at the same time. The focal piece itself is about 3/4 of an inch high and a little more than half and inch wide.

Pendant Closeup

Overall, the piece is delicate in appearance but noticeable to the discerning eye. When I wear it, it doesn’t scream for attention but frequently, after a few minutes of talking to someone, they often comment on the necklace and want to take a closer look. I like having a unique piece like this that doesn’t look the same as what everyone else is wearing, but is not outlandish and still looks appropriate for various occasions.

Despite appearing delicate and feminine, it is a durable, solid piece that is highly resistant to damage or wear. I particularly like that this piece not only has a focal piece of quality materials and construction but that the 18″ chain is also of high-quality.

The chain is well made and is also attractive 925 sterling silver

The spring closure clasp is solid and has about an inch of adjustable chain for an extra drop in length if desired.

Clasp

Clasp with extender chain

GIFT BOX PRESENTATION

This easy to care for necklace comes in an attractive, velvet lined gift box that is sturdy enough to be suitable for permanent storage. It has the ARTDOU logo on the top of the hinged box, and an attractive corner gift bow. The gift box comes in a white cardboard sleeve over the box and is well wrapped in plastic overwrap so the gift box arrives in giftable condition without damage.

Artduo Gift box and pendant

Artdou Gift box and pendant

 

Arturo Pendant

Artdou pendant with pearl

The necklace also comes with a small envelope containing a silver polishing cloth to keep the pendant necklace tarnish free for years to come.

Artduo luxe velvet lined gift box

Artdou luxe velvet lined gift box

ABOUT ARTDOU HANDCRAFTED JEWELRY

I particularly like that ARTDOU jewelry successfully blends the materials of classic designs into clean, modern yet original and detailed designs that have an artisan flare but are elegant enough to be worn to formal events such as a wedding or dressy occasion, but the pieces are still simple and clean enough to also work as an everyday signature jewelry piece.

Lovely natural pearl color comes in various pinkish hues

Lovely natural pearl color comes in various pinkish hues

Also noteworthy is the use of a single lustrous and natural pearl. Designing the necklace with a pearl as an elegant accent is feminine without being stuffy, too prim, common, dull or old-lady-ish. There is a clean modern aesthetic to the piece incorporating natural motifs with classic elements like a pearl on an artisan crafted leaf or flower.

 

Pearl and .925 Sterling Silver

Pearl and .925 Sterling Silver Pendant design

CONCLUSION

A lovely gift for someone who likes to combine modern and classic styles with a feminine and natural appeal, this high-quality piece makes a thoughtful gift that will be stylish and last for years to come.

WHERE TO BUY

Find the ARTDOU Pearl and Lotus Leaf Pendant Necklace at https://www.artdoudesign.com/collections/handmade-jewelry/products/handmade-jewelry-sterling-silver-pendant-necklace-artdou-925-silver-texture-pearl-necklace-for-women-18

 

 

Style Chicks received the ARTDOU Pearl and Lotus Leaf Pendant Necklace in exchange for our unbiased review and received compensation for our time and effort. However, our experience with the product and the opinions expressed in this review are 100% ours.

Posted by Style Chicks / Filed In: Accessories, Fashion, Gifts, Jewelry, Weddings
Tagged: Artdou, Bridesmaid Gift, Pearl and Lotus Leaf Necklace, Sterling Silver

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