The standard necklace length

It's this distinct range of beautiful colors that makes South Sea cultured pearls a favorite in fine pearl necklaces, pearl drop earrings, and pearl rings across the board. When determining authenticity of South Sea cultured pearl jewelry to add to your collection, one way to personally "test" the jewelry you have, is to lightly run the pearl across your teeth. Though this method is said to be very unreliable, you may be able to detect the grit or bumpy texture of a real pearl as opposed to the smooth finish of a faux pearl quite easily. However, if you are building your jewelry collection with fine quality pieces, it is highly recommended that you have the jewelry in question tested by a certified professional.

As with most things in life, though, the truest way to discover South Sea cultured pearls to treasure is to explore their world. Read a fantastic book, like the one recommended at the end of this article. Treat yourself to a day of trying on pearl necklaces, pearl drop earrings and pearl rings. Indulge in their beauty with all of your senses and soon you may discover that your personal fascination gives way to an well-informed, jewelry-buying obsession.

On the other hand, you wouldn't really be comfortable when your shopping is just based on feelings, right? So here are some tips to spot the perfect one for you:

- For those with long Fashion Jewelry Store (such as slim or slender women), a collar or choker pearl necklace is best for you. A collar pearl is usually worn for evening wear, and it's about 10-13 inches long. A choker necklace is slightly longer, and it is most suitable for casual wear.

- The standard necklace length is called "princess". It's about 17-20 inches long.

- But if you have a short neck, you should choose long necklaces to elongate your neck (more than 20 inches).

- Finally, everything else depends on your budget. Sea water pearls are very expensive. Fresh water pearls are quite affordable due to their large production. If you consider yourself a practical person without sacrificing your style, then it's about time to start accessorizing with freshwater pearl jewelries.

Natural pearl beads are rare and expensive. If money is tight, you can settle for less expensive freshwater cultured pearl necklace in the market. After all, a woman's jewelry box is not complete without a pearl necklace in it. Please visit YouPearl.com for more pearl info.MORE;Silver Jewelry