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PROFESSIONAL YET FEMININE STYLE: Estarer Women’s Laptop Briefcase

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Need a professional, feminine, yet stylish laptop case for work? Most technology cases are functional but unfortunately strictly utilitarian looking, which leaves much to be desired for more stylishly dressed professionals. If you want a laptop case that compliments your wardrobe instead of distracting from it, then check out this Estarer Women’s Leather Laptop Briefcase.

A versatile and stylish bag that compliments many outfits both casual and girlie to professional and minimalist

OVERVIEW

This Estarer Women’s Leather Laptop Briefcase is a vertical briefcase that resembles the appearance of a handbag while securely holding laptops up to 15.6 inches. It has multiple pockets to hold your wares or accessories so you can carry your laptop, tablet, notepad, phone, pen, business cards, and even keep a small makeup bag and wallet discretely in one easy to carry case.

Estarer Women’s Business Briefcase Leather Shoulder Laptop Bag holds laptops up to 15.6 inches.

FEATURES

  • MATERIAL: Made of PU Leather which is a split leather with a layer of polyurethane applied to the surface and then embossed. This retains the aesthetic of leather but with the durability to withstand rain and resist scratches that can occur while the bag is in transit.
  • SIZE: The bag is 12″ long by *3.5″ wide by *16″ high. It can hold a laptop up to 15.6 inches.
  • VERSATILE COLORS: The bag comes in black, red, wine red, and brown.

COMFORTABLE TO CARRY

This easy to carry bag has two drop handles and an optional detachable shoulder strap. It’s ideal for those who work in professional fields that require looking put together, such as sales, designers or artists. I like having a bag that I can carry my MacBook so that it stays protected yet looks stylish and sleek.

The feminine, stylish yet professional laptop briefcase bag by Estarer

There are two ways to carry the bag, top drop hand handles and by shoulder-strap.

  • TOP DROP HANDLES: The top handle is for carrying the bag by hand and has two handle straps that are well stitched and sturdy, each is about 6.8″ high and is comfortable in the hand.
  • DETACHABLE SHOULDER STRAP is about 34″, so it can be worn off the shoulder or across the body like a messenger bag if desired.

HANDLES

The bag is ideal for bringing my laptop to the office, the handles are easy to grip and well support my laptop, tablet and power cords while looking stylish. The color provides a nice pop of color for those who work in a more conservative corporate office or law firm.

Here is a close up look at the handles. The handle drop is generous and I find it to be comfortable to hold the bag with my hand or loop it over my forearm when necessary such as when I holding keys or a cup of coffee in my hand or extending my hand for a handshake.

 

Closeup of Bag handles: the generous length handles are sturdy and well-stitched

DETACHABLE SHOULDER STRAP

Hardware for the detachable shoulder strap

Closeup of the hardware for the detachable shoulder strap

The shoulder strap is wide enough to easily carry the bag on the shoulder or across the body

The shoulder strap is wide enough to easily carry the bag on the shoulder or across the body

DESIGN

INNER COMPARTMENTS

  • 1 main compartment with a wrap-around zipper to secure the contents

  • 1 inner padded laptop compartment with a velcro closure
  • 1 tablet/iPad pocket

OUTER POCKETS & COMPARTMENTS

  • FULL HALF OPEN EXPANDABLE POCKET: 1 front access full-length open pocket for holding a notebook, phone, earbuds, pens, or sunglasses, etc.

 

Front pocket discretely holds a phone, small tablet, a passport, or mid-size journal or notebook

The front full-length half pocket is wide and expandable, and sits is below the vertical zipper compartments for ease of access

 

  • FRONT ZIPPER POCKETS:  Two zippered thin pockets for quick access to a phone, PhotoID, or other small items such as business cards, which is convenient to be able to access your cards so quickly when meeting someone, yet keep them neat and orderly.
Front zippered pockets have sturdy pull tags for ease of use

Front zippered pockets have sturdy pull tags for ease of use

Two zipper pocket offer secure but quick access to a slim, wallet, USB, cables, wares, or personal accessories such as a lipstick or business cards for fast access.

Zipper pockets hold Photo ID, wallets, slim phones and other smaller items securely

Zipper pockets hold Photo ID, wallets, slim phones and other smaller items securely

CONSTRUCTION

The stitching is well done with no loose or uneven threads. The straps and durable and do not readily show signs of wear. The treated nature of the material helps it avoid scrapes and scratches and resist moisture.

MATERIAL

Made of durable, scratch-resistant PU leather material, Estarer cases have quality details in stitching and design

HARDWARE ELEMENTS

The back view of the bag. All hardware is well-adhered and solidly stitched so it does not tear when the bag contains heavy equipment

Closeup details of the zippered pockets detailed stitching and attractive zippers and pull tags. The zippers do not catch and pull smoothly. The shiny brass metal elements add some visual ornamental interest to the bag

 

STITCHING & DETAIL

Bag stitching and double-layer stitched zipper pull detail close-up

MY EXPERIENCE USING THE ESTARER LAPTOP CASE

I prefer laptops on the larger side, at least 15 inches. But finding an attractive case that looks professional for this size laptop can be difficult. I also prefer that a laptop case does not look like a blatant laptop case for some safety while commuting or carrying it in public. I like that this case appears more like a vertical bag than a laptop briefcase per say, yet it still looks very professional and it is not bulky or cumbersome. The bag compliments many items of clothing that I tend to wear to work.
Despite being slimline and sleek, the laptop compartment is well-secured and padded nicely.

 

It is comfortable to carry by the hand straps or the detachable shoulder strap. The strap is long enough for me to wear it across my body if I wish to carry the bag close to my body or even underneath my coat while traveling or walking through busy city streets.

It securely holds my 15.6-inch laptop or my 15 inch MacBook. I like having a stylish bag to carry my MacBook for presentations and meetings where design elements are presented.

It can also hold my iPad or other tablet, charger cords, my phone and a few small personal items such as mints and a lipstick, and it is easy to access the front pocket and zippered cases without having to open the main bag compartment.

While a backpack style laptop holder is convenient, it is not necessarily professional looking for an office worker, salesperson, artist or consultant. A backpack can also wrinkle your work clothes, giving a less professional, unkempt appearance. The option of either carrying by hand or shoulder strap keeps my blazers, suits and dresses presentable without the crush marks that laptop backpacks can make on my clothes.

Estarer Women’s Leather Laptop Briefcase matches feminine and professional outfits and the colors are so versatile!

CONCLUSION

The perfect companion for the on-the-go professional, the Estarer Women’s Leather Laptop Briefcase is stylish, slimline and sleek. It is comfortable to carry while still transporting all my necessary work equipment. It looks feminine while being minimalist enough to appear professionally attired while carrying a laptop or presentation materials discretely. Unlike many laptop case bags, it is not utilitarian or dull. The bag comes in several neutral and versatile colors that work well with most wardrobe choices, making it an ideal choice for those who work in the arts, sales, consultants, advertising, legal professions, academics, or anyone who does presentations or brings their laptops with them to work. Sturdy enough to protect the bag but not heavy or cumbersome, I love having a discrete, attractive way to transport my mid to larger sized laptops that is not bulky or cumbersome.

WHERE TO BUY IT

Find the Estarer Women’s Leather Laptop Briefcase at Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B072JT4ZZN/

Style Chicks received the Estarer Women’s Leather Laptop Briefcase 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.

 

 

JEWELRY LIFE HACK: No Knot Necklace & Jewelry Carrier For Tangle-Free Jewelry Storage

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Love to wear long or multi-tiered necklaces? Have a handmade, delicate or heirloom piece you want to keep free of tangles and scratches while traveling? Whether you’re traveling for a destination wedding, business trip, or just as a space-saving home solution at home, the No Knot Necklace Jewelry Carrier keeps your jewelry safe and tangle free.

No Knot Necklace Jewelry Carrier

OVERVIEW

The No Knot Necklace Carrier is a space saving jewelry storage solution for travel and home. Its’ award-winning patented design won the 2015 InventHelp ® Gold Merit Award. No Knot holds various jewelry pieces in padded compartments including storage space for multiple necklaces ranging from 15 to 24 inches long.

Hold earrings, pins, necklaces and rings tangle-free in this multi-pocket organizer

THE LOOK: NO KNOT DESIGN AESTHETIC

Cloth folded carrier with an outside decorative pattern. The pattern seen here is “Tropical Vacation” a bright teal green with a white leaf tropical pattern and aqua blue border, but it also comes in red cherry blossoms on a tiffany aqua blue background, as well as a black and silver gray geometric pattern.

Tropical Vacation patterned No Knot Necklace Jewelry Carrier

INTERIOR DESIGN LAYOUT

The No Knot Necklace Jewelry Carrier folds lengthwise to encase two rows of padded pockets.

 

 

  • One row has two small deep pockets for earrings, rings, pins, clips, and brooches.

POCKET CLOSE UP:  The side with three small pockets can hold pins, earrings, rings, clips, and some bracelets

 

Earrings in one of the three mini padded pockets that close securely with strong velcro

  • LONG POCKET: The row has one long pocket for holding larger and longer items such as necklaces, bracelets, clips, long dangling earrings and hair jewelry. This pocket is ideal for necklaces with a large focal point piece or choker necklaces

LONG NECKLACES

Long necklace with a large focal piece in the long pocket side

 

Use the long pocket to hold chains longer than 24 inches, such as this vintage Sterling necklace with a large but delicate focal piece at the end of the drop.

CHOKERS

Choker necklaces also fit perfectly into the secure padded long pocket

 

Choker necklace in the long pocket

NECKLACE COMPARTMENT

  • The center has an innovative compartment the loops each necklace in the safe padded compartment to keep it from tangling up upon itself or other necklaces. By looping the necklace or necklaces in this compartment, it not only keeps it tangle-free but the soft padding keeps focal pieces or gemstones safe from scratches or damage and away from other necklaces.

Innovative compartment of the No Knot Necklace Jewelry Carrier that keeps necklaces tangle free

HOW TO PUT A NECKLACE INTO THE NO KNOT CENTER COMPARTMENT

STEP ONE: Unclasp the necklace. Drop one end of the chain into one of the square compartment openings while holding the other end

 

STEP TWO: Feed the necklace down the length of the compartment until it comes out the other end.

 

STEP THREE: Grab both ends and re-clasp the necklace

 

Done! The No Knot can hold multiple necklaces at once and still keep them tangle free.

IDEAL FOR HANDMADE OR BULKY HAND STRUNG BEADED JEWELRY

Beaded and handmade jewelry can be delicate and not necessarily fit into a drawstring bag due to the size of the beads. But handmade necklaces, such as this piece, fit perfectly onto the No Knot without damaging the threadwork or beading.

Keep beaded gemstones with delicate threadwork safe and tangle free

 

SIZING

While ideal for carrying jewelry while traveling, No Knot fits nicely into a handbag, suitcase, gym bag, overnight bag, or as storage in a dresser or vanity drawer. The discrete size and shape of the No Knot make it easy to have your jewelry with you at all times if you prefer to keep valuables with you instead of leaving them in a hotel room or in the hotel vault.

The No Knot zips closed into a conveniently sized case that fits into a bag, gym bag, suitcase or home storage

 

Thin profile with sturdy zipper

Another use I found for the No Knot Necklace Carrier Jewelry Carrier is keeping jewelry in a safety deposit box. Most of the smaller safety deposit boxes are too narrow or short to hold the original gift box for a necklace, which makes it tempting to put valuable necklaces in a less safe container than the original gift box for storage. This can subject the necklace to scratches and damage. The No Knot not only fits in a small safety deposit box, but it keeps family jewelry securely packed without scratches or tangling even in a smaller safety deposit box.

CONSTRUCTION

It is well made of strong weave, padded material and sturdy construction with impeccable stitching.

Sturdy construction, strong, stick-free zipper, and padded pockets with velcro attachments to not scratch jewelry

MY EXPERIENCE

It is very easy to loop the necklaces into place, and it works very well. When I first heard about No Knot, two necklaces immediately came to mind. One is my grandmother’s diamond necklace that typically only comes out for special occasions and the other is a modern necklace that has lots of extended hanging adornments that always get entangled onto itself. Both necklaces remained tangle-free in the No Knot.

Trying other necklaces, it easily holds necklaces of various lengths from chokers to longer chains without tangling and my focal pieces stayed protected and scratch-free.

My necklaces stay tangle free and it is so easy to pack the No Knot Necklace Carrier Jewelry Carrier

Rings, pins, cufflinks, and earrings and other jewelry fit easily into the small pockets, and the long pocket held chain bracelets and bangles.

My Great-grandmother’s watch and fob protected in a No Knot padded pocket

MAKE A GREAT GIFT

Do you know a bride with an upcoming destination wedding? A frequent traveler? A super-organized jewelry lover? Someone who makes and wears their own beaded jewelry? No Knot makes a great gift.

Fits into a handbag, carry-on or suitcase

CONCLUSION

The No Knot Necklace Carrier Jewelry Carrier is an attractive, convenient, innovative way to keep your necklaces tangle-free, scratch free and safe while traveling or stored at home. If you need to buy a gift for someone you don’t know someone well but have seen them wear jewelry, you can’t go wrong with the No Knot.

No Knot Jewelry Holder keeps necklaces tangle free and your jewelry secure and safe

WHERE TO BUY IT

Find the No Knot Necklace Carrier Jewelry Carrier at Amazon here: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01NCWTUSI

From now until November 30th, you can get 20% off your purchase of one item with code 2UNT2CNA

 

No Knot Necklace Carrier Jewelry Carrier keeps long necklaces tangle-free!

Style Chicks received the No Knot Necklace Carrier Jewelry Carrier 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.

Layered Necklace Looks: Kisspat Layered Necklaces for Versatile On the Go Accessorizing

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Rushing out the door and need to have a put-together look fast? Multi-layer necklaces bring visual interest to a plain outfit or to tie together several colors into a cohesive look without lots of fuss or work to plan your accessories. We like the color and texture combinations found in these Kisspat necklaces that add a colorful dimension to complete even the most basic outfit of the day. Here are a few examples of the versatile Kisspat Layered Necklaces and how easy they are to coordinate with a variety of items in my wardrobe.’

I like how the Kisspat Rose Quartz ties together the pink hues and the metallic elements tie-in the autumnal shades of orange, russet, plum and brown. The full drop length works great with a simple blazer or jacket to dress up a basic tee

KISSPAT LAYERED NECKLACE BAR CHARM CHAIN WITH ROSE QUARTZ PENDANT

OVERVIEW:

A delicate pink shade that works with spring, summer, and early autumn colors, this Rose Quartz Pendant has a middle necklace focal piece Rose Quartz medallion and a Rose Quartz smaller orb piece as a graduated link to a lariat style metal drop.

Rose Quartz Focal Piece is the center necklace piece

Focal piece and matching orb before the final metallic drop bar

Rose Quartz looks great with a variety of colors including silver gray, ice blue, plum, purples, pinks, blues, pastels, and brights.

Here the Kisspat Rose Quartz Bar Multi-layer necklace it is paired with fall colors of a basic tee and blazer for a warm October day, but the universally flattering shade of Rose Quartz as seen in this necklace works with year-round color palettes whether spring pastels, summer brights, icy winter tones or autumnal shades.

The focal pieces catch and play with the light and the drop adds some movement

The drop can also be tucked in if you prefer a more streamlined look

The necklace has a 2-inch extender so the necklace can be adjusted to not visually obstruct the line of collars or buttons

 

A closer side view of the Rose Quartz focal pieces

The Rose Quartz also works with bright colors such as this blue:

KISSPAT 3 MULTI-LAYERED CHOKER NECKLACE TURQUOISE DISC CHAIN WITH LEAF PENDANT (Faux Turquoise Point Leaf)

OVERVIEW:

There are three layers to the necklace, each necklace chain is 24″ with a 2″ adjustable length to position the necklace where it is more flattering to your outfit or figure. I like adjustable lengths so that necklace detailing doesn’t clash against any clothing button placement or conflict with a neckline.

NECKLACE LAYERS
  • The shortest layer is choker length with a single turquoise cut-crystal shaped drop piece with a metallic base. There is a variegated pattern within the turquoise.

Choker length focal piece close up

 

Close up of detail

  • The middle layer has a single metallic circle to blend the elements together cohesively.
  • The longest strand with the feather element elongates and provides a slimming line, and adds some metallic detailing that is stylish and versatile.

    The focal piece is a curved metallic leaf

The turquoise with metal elements looks good with a variety of colors including blues and neutrals and compliments a natural look while adding a subtle textured metallic gleam.

Here are some detailed shots and looks with the KISSPAT 3 Multi-Layered Choker Necklace Turquoise Disc Chain with Leaf Pendant:

 

SEE IT WITH AN OUTFIT: Here are some sample outfits ideas. I like pairing the bolder elements of this necklace with silk, leather and suede fabrics.

Turquoise always looks great with brights and blues

On green and with pastels

KISSPAT MULTILAYER NECKLACE CHOKER GOLD TONE TURQUOISE BEAD CHAIN WITH FEATHER PENDANT

OVERVIEW

This piece contains turquoise combined with matte patterned metals shaped like natural and hammered elements.

THE NECKLACE LAYERS

This piece combines the simplicity of three focal pieces at successive lengths to create a simple but eye-catching look. With three larger focal pieces, the eye is drawn to the shortest and longest chains while the middle chain is more simple.

  • The shortest chain has brightly colored, textured larger variegated turquoise long bead formed into a natural crystal shape design, held at the base with a metal fastener.

Turquoise and metallic beads at the choker length chain level

  • The center chain has round medallions and turquoise beads.

Middle chain has visually interesting hammered look metallic pieces alternating with turquoise beads

  • The third is a curved and detailed metallic feather.

Detail on the large Feather focal piece

Feather focal piece close-up on the detailing

SEE IT WITH AN OUTFIT:  While this necklace does have some color to it, it is highly versatile as a primarily metallic look that suits many outfit choices.

Works on silks and pastels

 

Versatile necklace elements work with bright shades as well

 

CONCLUSION

The Kisspat Layered Necklaces offer a stylish and versatile option for adorning a simple outfit with elements of visual interest without being too fussy or overly formal. Add some detail to a plain outfit or tie together various colors with a unifying layered necklace.

WHERE TO BUY

Find the Kisspat Layered Necklace collection at Amazon

 

Style Chicks received the Kisspat Layered Necklace Bar Charm Chain with Rose Quartz Pendant, the Kisspat 3 Multi-layered Choker Necklace Turquoise Disc Chain with Leaf Pendant, and the Kisspat Multilayer Necklace Choker Gold Tone Turquoise Bead Chain with Feather Pendant 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.

 

Stylishly Carrying Beauty: OLPR Leather Goods Co. Leather Dopp Kit

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For all of the gift with purchase cosmetic cases that we have accumulated over the years, none of them really fit the bill when it comes to carrying skincare and makeup essentials for overnight trips or emergency mid-day makeup overhauls. A makeup bag needs to be compact enough to fit into an overnight bag, satchel, gym bag or to stash away in my desk drawer, yet still roomy enough to hold the essentials including a small brush or comb, an eyelash curler, a few vital palettes, dry shampoo, some hand lotion as well as the makeup essentials. And it needs to be sturdy. And durable. And preferably attractive without drawing excess attention if I need to haul to the ladies room for an emergency quick-fix. These needs are all met in the OLPR Leather Goods Co. Leather Dopp Kit. Dopp Kits are not just for the boys, they are darn useful for an on-the-go lady to hold all your go-to glam stuff in one convenient case.

Want a sturdy makeup bag that doesn’t wear out and the zipper doesn’t break? The OLPR Leather Goods Co. Brown Leather Dopp Kit easily holds lipstick, an eyelash curler, full-size lotions, hand cream, powders, and hair care products safely and lasts for years.

ABOUT THE OLPR Leather Goods Co. Brown Leather Dopp Kit

A standout feature of the OLPR Leather Goods Co. Brown Leather Dopp Kit is the leather itself, a soft, supple leather with a rich grain that will come to patina to a nice finish without signs of damaged wear.

Made of Full-Grain Horween Chromexcel Leather that wears beautifully over time and is durable for years to come

The leather has a suede inner feel to the inside of the case.

Beautiful look and feel to the inside finish

CRAFTSMANSHIP

Each OLPR Leather Goods Co. Brown Leather Dopp Kit is made to order, and it shows. The leather is bound well so that it does not pull or wear unevenly, the stitching is impeccable.

Quality stitching on each piece

 

Side view detailing

 

EASE OF USE

The pull tab is generous and easy to maneuver.

Sturdy zipper and pull

The metal elements and zipper are of sturdy construction and an attractive oversize look that adds to the aesthetic.

Stitching and zipper closeup

SIZING

The size is generous, at 7.5″ x 3.5″ x 3.5″, and has some give to fold in the traditional rectangle shape or shape taller to hold larger items.

 

HOW MUCH CAN IT HOLD?

For the purposes of scale, when folded up, the case can hold a 2.8 ounce cream pump bottle of lotion or cream(the white bottle to the left), a hairspray styling product mini (the orange pump to the right), an full size makeup up palette such as Urban Decay Naked Palette square (seen peeking out of the bottom), several smaller bottles and tubes of makeup, an eyelash curler, lipstick, gloss, and hand cream (Bliss blue tube) with room to spare. When used in the traditional square shape, it can hold several more compact shorter items. I like the ability to carry my pricer eyelash curlers such as Shiseido, Shu Uemura, Surratt or Kevyn Aucoin curlers (seen between the white bottle and blue tube) without crushing their delicate shape as can happen in some makeup bags.

Stuff the bag with full-size skin care products and odd-shaped items like eyelash curlers, and it still closes without crushing them contents

This bag also fits the traditional Dopp bag uses of overnight travel products such as mini travel size shampoo and conditioner, full-size soap, deodorant, toothpaste, razors, and brushes.

PERSONALIZATION: The OLPR Leather Goods Co. Leather Dopp Kit can be personalized for free with up to five letters, ideal for a monogram, initials or a name or nickname. How about giving it as a groomsmen or bridesmaids gift for a destination wedding, or monogram it with “BRIDE”, “GROOM”, “DAD”, “MOM” or GRAD?

Personalize your bag with up to five letters, a monogram, single letter, title or short name.

CONCLUSION

Unlike the endless GWP makeup bags we accumulate over time, this bag is an investment that will last for years and wear beautifully. A highly attractive leather Dopp kit of excellent construction and materials that is worthy of carrying the makeup collection of a beauty connoisseur and keeping it safe and secure, ideal for travel, the gym, for an overnight bag, or to keep all the essentials like dry shampoo, makeup, spare toothbrush and paste and other essentials in your desk. If you carry expensive skin care products with you when you travel, this Dopp bag can keep them safe and secure. Makes for a lovely gift!

WHERE TO BUY IT

Find the OLPR Leather Goods Co. Brown Leather Dopp Kit at https://olpr.com/product/chestnut-leather-dopp-kit/

Style Chicks received the OLPR Leather Goods Co. Brown Leather Dopp Kit 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.

 

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

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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.

 

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