The Lasting Allure of Pearls

Cameo pendant necklace with pearlsIf you hope to pass down your pearls to a loved one, you must take care of them. Put on your pearls only after you’re completely dressed. Hairspray, perfume, and makeup are harmful to their fragile exterior, as are extreme heat, humidity, and perspiration. Before storing, wipe them with a soft cloth and keep them from nearby accessories to avoid scratches. Have your bracelets and necklaces restrung—preferably with small knots between each pearl to reduce friction—every few years if you wear them regularly. Although pearls need a little extra love to retain their beauty, rest assured they’ll never go out of fashion.

Find the full “Lustrous Treasures” story in our May/June 2019 issue.

Photography by William Dickey
Custom and estate jewelry from Van Atkins Jewelers


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May June 2022 cover of Southern Lady