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I'd waitlisted myself for this book at a few online stores months ago and just got notified that it's in stock online at Target for a much better price than the used copies on Amazon. Ordered one for myself immediatelyOkay... last post on pearls, I promise. Ya'll just have me so excited talking about pearls!
For jewelry lovers and especially pearl lovers or soon-to-be pearl lovers...
This is the most beuatiful coffee book on pearls. It is a huge book, gorgeous photos. It is no longer in publication, but you can find used copies. This book was done jointly with Assouline and Mikimoto, so all the photos are gorgeous pearls.
Yes, look at each photo, but I would also suggest taking your time to pause and stare at the pearls...
Look at how they are worn with an outfit, the size of the pearls, where they land on the body, how it highlights the face or torso... I found these photos very inspiring for ways to wear pearls, for where I like my pearls to land, the size of pearl I prefer, etc...
I love this book and thought some of you might enjoy it as well for ideas and inspiration...
I see a few on amazon US:
Amazon.com: The Pearl Necklace (Classics): 9781614285120: Becker, Vivienne: Books
Here is a brand new one on eBay US that looks to be a great price:
Pearl Necklace (2016, Hardcover) 9781614285120 | eBay
The Pearl Necklace - (Classics) (Hardcover)
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I am so excited for you!!!! Yes, this book sells for a lot in the after market! Congratulations on getting one at a good price!I'd waitlisted myself for this book at a few online stores months ago and just got notified that it's in stock online at Target for a much better price than the used copies on Amazon. Ordered one for myself immediately
The Pearl Necklace - (Classics) (Hardcover)
Read reviews and buy The Pearl Necklace - (Classics) (Hardcover) at Target. Choose from contactless Same Day Delivery, Drive Up and more.www.target.com
So, Target kept canceling my order, which was a bummer. I decided to email the publisher (Assouline) and they have some additional copies in their warehouse! They got my address and sent me an online invoice and I just purchased the book. Shouldn't get canceled this time. For anyone else who's interested, it sounds like they might have a couple more copies available, but you have to email customer service because the book isn't on their website anymore.I'd waitlisted myself for this book at a few online stores months ago and just got notified that it's in stock online at Target for a much better price than the used copies on Amazon. Ordered one for myself immediately
The Pearl Necklace - (Classics) (Hardcover)
Read reviews and buy The Pearl Necklace - (Classics) (Hardcover) at Target. Choose from contactless Same Day Delivery, Drive Up and more.
That was smart. The Target thing sounds like some scam to get you on the website to browse, but the book really isn't available. I just went to your link and they show 5 copies, but obviously that is not true because they can't even ship out one to you!
I am glad you contacted Assouline, and they had some extras to send you. It's a beautiful coffee table book. Take your time to really stare at the photos and how the pearls are worn by each person... the size of the pearl, the length, where it lands, the outfit... Lots of ideas!
I'm so happy for you!
Looking at Buccellati after reading through the posts of this thread. Buccellati gives me the feel of elegance and intricacy in design.
This opera series seems to go well with vintage Alhambra. I have the agate VA bracelet. I think it could pair well.
Also looking at their macri series for bangle. Not sure if they have my size though. Definitely pairs well with tennis bracelets
This opera series seems to go well with vintage Alhambra. I have the agate VA bracelet. I think it could pair well.
Also looking at their macri series for bangle. Not sure if they have my size though. Definitely pairs well with tennis bracelets
For any pearl lovers or lovers of piling on jewelry, this is a great video from Assael Pearls.
Even if you do not wear pearls, look at it for styling ideas... how necklaces are piled on, the use of color, the boldness of pieces and how they are paired. The coral necklaces are stunning.
I've watched this video like 10 times for inspiration; hence I wanted to share as I thought some of your might like it as well.
I love love love the huge multi-pearl bubble ring with the sky-blue violane center cabachon stone (16 seconds into the video).
Happy Sunday! I think I will watch this video again!
Even if you do not wear pearls, look at it for styling ideas... how necklaces are piled on, the use of color, the boldness of pieces and how they are paired. The coral necklaces are stunning.
I've watched this video like 10 times for inspiration; hence I wanted to share as I thought some of your might like it as well.
I love love love the huge multi-pearl bubble ring with the sky-blue violane center cabachon stone (16 seconds into the video).
Happy Sunday! I think I will watch this video again!
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For any pearl lovers or lovers of piling on jewelry, this is a great video from Assael Pearls.
Even if you do not wear pearls, look at it for styling ideas... how necklaces are piled on, the use of color, the boldness of pieces and how they are paired. The coral necklaces are stunning.
I've watched this video like 10 times for inspiration; hence I wanted to share as I thought some of your might like it also.
I love love love the huge multi-pearl bubble ring with the sky-blue violane center cabachon stone (16 seconds into the video).
Happy Sunday! I think I will watch this video again!
Those coral layers!! I can’t ever resist a nice coral ❤️
@EpiFanatic Tried the 36 MM and absolutely love how boss-like it looks. With it, I don’t even wear any bracelets. Just a pair of blingy earrings and a ring.
Yes, exactly! Big watches make a statement on their own without even trying.
I love big watches. Don’t buy a 36 until you try the Daytona. I think you’ll love it if you think of it as the “boss-lady” or “sporty-chic” look, and not the “feminine-lady” look. You saw my post wearing mine. It’s also a very crisp, clean look.
I am so glad you tried on a 36! It looks great on you, not big at all.
The 36 OP came home with me and I have been wearing the heck out of it
@BigAkoyaSo, I did try the 40 MM Daytona a couple of months back. Here’s a pic of it.
I am growing accustomed to the big sizes now. So, maybe one day I might add it? I am learning ‘never say never’. For now, I am loving the 31 and 36 a lot. My 31 mm datejust is very feminine and pretty. But, I won’t lie, I will end up wearing my 36 much more for work. Maybe it’s the underrated stainless steel that makes this watch more wearable and suitable for work? I am surprised at how much I love the stainless steel. More ‘no-nonsense’ ‘boss-lady’ look than all RG or all YG or two-toned to my old eyes at least.
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The size looks great on you! Super chic!The 36 OP came home with me and I have been wrist g the heck out of it
So, I did try the 40 MM Daytona a couple of months back. Here’s a pic of it.
I am growing accustomed to the big sizes now. So, maybe one day I might add it? I am learning ‘never say never’. For now, I am loving the 31 and 36 a lot. My 31 mm datejust is very feminine and pretty. But, I won’t lie, I will end up wearing my 36 much more for work. Maybe it’s the underrated stainless steel that makes this watch more wearable and suitable for work? I am surprised at how much I love the stainless steel. More ‘no-nonsense’ ‘boss-lady’ look than all RG or all YG or two-toned to my old eyes at least. View attachment 5628751
For inspiration, I will repost my photos here. I wear it alone on my left hand along with my engagement ring. Those are the only two pieces on my left arm, and I love the bold crispy look.
There is a photo with the Daytona and the Clover, but I only did that for a “VCA” photo. I never wear it that way.
I wear it loose too. On skinny days, it flips sometimes, not often, but every now and then.
You can see how loose it is in the 3rd photo when it’s not just hanging straight top down. I wear it like a big chunky bracelet.
I hope you go for SS. It will pop next to your e-ring!
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YASSSS!!! I love that green. That’s all you need. Your watch, your ring, your earrings and you’re done. I absolutely LOVE that green. BOSS is the best word to describe it. Congratulations. What a coup to have found that. That size looks perfect on you. It is funny because this weekend my daughter and I tried on the exhibition model and she loved that green too. And I tried on a Daytona. RG and white face. Unfortunately I discovered I don’t love it. I am however in love the RG yachtmaster with black bands. Well, maybe in a few years. Congratulations again. What a way to start a 36 collection. What’s next?
The 36 OP came home with me and I have been wrist g the heck out of it
So, I did try the 40 MM Daytona a couple of months back. Here’s a pic of it.
I am growing accustomed to the big sizes now. So, maybe one day I might add it? I am learning ‘never say never’. For now, I am loving the 31 and 36 a lot. My 31 mm datejust is very feminine and pretty. But, I won’t lie, I will end up wearing my 36 much more for work. Maybe it’s the underrated stainless steel that makes this watch more wearable and suitable for work? I am surprised at how much I love the stainless steel. More ‘no-nonsense’ ‘boss-lady’ look than all RG or all YG or two-toned to my old eyes at least. View attachment 5628751
Guess it’s a Daytona kind of day along with you guys…
I wear mine daily to work and casually.
