PEARL NECKLACE SIZES

The most feminine of all jewellery, the Cultured Pearl, rings of glamour, class and sophistication. Owning a piece of classic pearl jewellery is a modern, affordable and impeccable choice. But what size of pearl should I wear?

There is some tradition rooted from America as to the 'status' of pearl sizes in relation to round or round type pearls as opposed to Baroque pearls. However, as with wine, we always say drink what you like, and so the same applies to selecting pearls. So briefly, for suggestions:

• 5.5-6.0mm or smaller – young ladies 15-17 years old, turning 16, High School graduation or first 'starter' necklace for a young person.
• 6.0-6.5mm – Young ladies 18-30 for Valentines Day & Christmas, perfect also for college and university graduations, 18th and 21st Landmark birthdays and petite ladies.
• 6.5-7.0mm - One of the most popular sizes today and generally considered a wardrobe basic for the 25 to 45 age range.
• 7.0-7.5mm – One of the most popular sizes today and generally considered a wardrobe basic for the 25 to 45 age range.
• 7.5-8.0mm – For ladies 30 years up. At this size, there is a certain 'importance' displayed. Popular as a wedding anniversary gift, 30th & 40th landmark birthdays, important Mothers Day and Christmas gifts.
• 8.0-8.5mm – Pearls 8mm and up tend to start getting more expensive. Ladies 35 and up especially high flying career women will have a strand for everyday wear. Also very appropriate for wedding anniversary gifts and 40th & 50th landmark birthdays.
• 8.5-9.0mm – It is said that Jackie Kennedy wore this size of pearl. Impressive and glamorous, successful and powerful women wouldn’t be seen without! A very special occasion gift and it screams ‘I love you’ when bestowed by your man.
• 9.0-9.5mm – For those ladies who are 'pearlaholics', this size exudes sophistication and good taste. Goes well with a BMW X5.
• 9.5-10.0mm – A favourite size of Barbara Bush and for most cultured pearls except South Sea and Tahitian, the largest size normally available. For the Managing Director, Chairwomen and those ladies driving Aston Martins!