PEARL BEAUTY: Hello Glossy (@helloglossy) Creates Pearl and Tweed Nails with Inspiration from Flare Magazine

Everyone loves a great nail art job and we have found just that!

Natacha Medeiros, owner of blog, Hello Glossy created fabulous nail art with pearls! Natacha created the nails as a special request from Flare Magazine, who asked her to create a nail look using their May 2014 cover as inspiration.

“I recently got contacted by Flare (ahhhh!), one of my fav mags, to do some nails inspired by one of their recent covers, so naturally I jumped at the opportunity. I chose to emulate their most recent, May cover featuring Eva Mendes in some pretty pink tweed, silver accents and pearls with a beigy-peach backdrop. Can you tell I did just that? I hope my nails look like tweed. And I especially hope they evoke the cover! My mani will be on Flare.com sometime soon (so exciting!), so I’ll defs link back once they’re up!” Natacha stated. read more

PEARL FASHION: 4 Different Methods to Layering Your Pearls

We at Pearls Only, are huge advocates for layering pearls because it is fun and complimenting to all!

A woman who wears pearls is confident, charismatic and completely modish so when she decides to stack them on she is 3x that.

The question that we get often is how to switch up the traditional way of laying pearls—well, look no further because we have just that for you!

There are many different kinds of ways to layer your pearls including but not limited to:

Simply Layering Pearls- Women of all ages, professions and styles tend to run to this kind of pearl layering because it is simple, fun, and effective. All you need is 2-3 pearl necklaces and if you really want to make a statement add one additional opera length pearl necklace and wrap it twice for a fuller look. This style looks great most occasions! read more

PEARL CELEBRATION: A CONVERSATION WITH TISH THOMAS- Pearls in the Boudoir

This week we, at Pearls Only, are celebrating the beauty of pearls. I know, we celebrate pearls everyday but this week we will be celebrating with a fashion stylist that knows the importance of wearing pearls and why they are associated with class, elegance, professionalism and great stature.

Tish Thomas, a fashion stylist that has worked with major campaigns that include, Saks Fifth Avenue, Nordstrom’s, and Target, just to name a few, shares her thoughts on where pearls are most appropriate.

“Pearls can be worn from the boardroom to the boudoir! I’m so serious!” Tish passionately states. “Some may clutch their pearls because of my statement, but women who love wearing pearls can attest to that.” read more

PEARL FASHION: Jeffrey Campbell “Hantana” Gold Chain & Pearl Wedge Sneakers

Do you like to walk on the wild side? Then these “Jeffrey Campbell ‘Hantana’ Gold Chain & Pearl Wedge Sneakers” are just for you!

Depending on your taste, these daringly stylish babies are bound to get you “sneaker cam” action. The sky is the limit while standing tall in these 5.5 inch platform sneaker wedges that are genuine patent leather. The design features gold chains, and pearls of multiple colors of gold, grey, and white.

These bold and unique sneaker wedges can be found at Nastygal.com for $335.00. read more

PEARL FASHION: Pearl and Clear Crystal Covered Sneakers by Riccardiboston.com

Looking to switch up your sneakers fashion? Well, look no further!

Riccardiboston.com is offering a stylish and gorgeous pair of pearl sneakers called the “Dioniso Italian Hand Made Pearl and Clear Chrystal Covered Sneakers” and they are a must-have!

These sneakers are amazing not only because of the pearls but because of the uni-sex design.

We love that these sneakers come in both black and white to fit all your style needs. Don’t your love them? They can be yours for $1,295.00.

What do you think of these kicks? Would you wear? read more

HAIR DIY: “Victory Rolls” A Pin-Up Hair Tutorial by Emily From The Freckled Fox

HAIR DIY: “Victory Rolls” A Pin-Up Hair Tutorial by Emily From The Freckled Fox *

Pearls and pin-up girls go hand-in-hand, so we were more than excited to share with you this hairstyle.

Emily, lifestyle blogger of The Freckled Fox, showcased an amazing hairstyle that was pin-up approved.

In her post, “Modern Pin-up Week: #2- Pin-up Victory Rolls”, she shared with us an awesome step-by-step tutorial full of pictures and detailed instructions on how to make the perfect “Victory Roll”.

“I really love this style and [I] am excited about posting it and hearing what you think, because it feels really classic to me and yet the size of these victory babies is pretty fun and extreme!” says Emily. read more

PEARL FASHION: SimplyBaby Wants Your Baby’s Onesie to Have Pearls!

See—pearls are not only for your Grandma! They are even trendy for baby.

Now thanks to Etsy Seller, SimplyBaby, your baby can share in your love for the finer life and luxurious pearls.

This adorable 100% cotton onesie features cute pink layers of pearls along with a statement rhinestone brooch.

SimplyBaby states that the “Print is accomplished with high pigmented ink applied directly to the garment. No peeling or cracking.”

How splendid it that?

This can be your baby’s for $14.95 at Simplybabyshop.etsy.com. read more

PEARL BEAUTY: Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton Wears Pearl Pins in Her Twisted Chignon

Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton, is a lady of style. She has made many stylish statements and she did it once again when she added pearls to her chignon when she attended a tea party in 2012 for her 4th day of her Diamond Jubilee Tour.

The Duchess looked polished and prim as she sipped tea with her twisted chignon updo accompanied with several pearl pins.

The style created a frenzy and caused many hairnistas to want the same look.

The question that came up constantly from beauty lovers was how she kept the pearls in her hair. The answer is simple… hair pins! The pearl hairpins can now be found online and in hair stores especially for the prom. read more

HAIR DIY: “Rockability Roll” A Pin-Up Hair Tutorial by Abby Smith

Pearls and pin-up girls go hand-in-hand, so we love to see the pin-up style from head to toe.

Abby Smith writer for Babble.com, shared with us an awesome step-by-step image tutorial on how to make the “Rockability Roll” nice and easy.

“I believe this is one of the prettiest pin-up looks. While it’s totally vintage, there’s a modern feel to it.  This hairstyle is very flattering as the height from the roll really brightens up your face,” says Abby author of The Ultimate Hairstyle Handbook, and founder of the website Twist Me Pretty. read more

Pearl Fashion Fact: Queen Alexandra of Denmark Wore Pearl Chokers to Hide Scar

Alexandra of Denmark, full name Alexandra Caroline Marie Charlotte Louise Julia was born on December 1, 1844 and died on November 20, 1925. She was Queen consort of the United Kingdom and Empress of India as the wife of King-Emperor Edward VII.

Queen Alexandra was well known for her style, jewelry, and most importantly her pearls.

In a majority of her images, you will notice that she has layers of pearls and diamond dog-collar chokers, called a ‘collier de chien’ on her neck but the question is why. read more