Whilst women love pearls for being one of the most luxurious and elegant forms of jewellery, not everyone is aware that there are different types of pearl to be enchanted with. One of the most beautiful varieties is undoubtedly the Akoya pearl, a traditional and iconic type of pearl and a mainstay in the jewellery boxes of luxury jewellery connoisseurs around the world.
Akoya pearl jewellery is also particularly famed for its timeless and elegant look, and a must-have for any stylish woman. Take a look at some fabulous examples of Akoya pearl jewellery below to see for yourself some of the different ways that this pearl can be worn and why this sophisticated gemstone is still such a fashion choice today:
Sophisticated, elegant and offering unparalleled beauty, Akoya pearl jewellery is a perfect choice for formal occasions and to wear alongside stylish and elegant evening wear or business attire. They make great pearl gifts and, with Christmas just around the corner, there is no better time to seek out this breathtakingly beautiful jewellery.
This type of cultured pearl traditionally comes from the coastal waters around Japan and has a distinctive hue and lustre, which really does differentiate it from the other varieties of pearls.
Typically a delicate white colour with a slight hint of pink, Akoya pearls boast the sort of timeless qualities which pearl jewellery is so loved for and is a perfect partner for precious gems and diamonds.
It was the 1920s when Akoya pearls began to be available to women round the world and their enduring popularity is testament to just how attractive this type of pearl is. As you can see from the examples of Akoya pearl jewellery above, there is a gorgeous choice of styles of luxury jewellery to choose from.
All images are copyright and have been used with permission of Winterson Pearl Jewellery .
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Fraser Strand has a passion for writing about luxury fashion, jewellery, and future technologies. He writes for luxury publishers such as
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There is no better thrill than feeling of having a beautiful pearls around you. They are gorgeously elegant and truly are a collectors dream.