Pearl jewellers are increasingly injecting more contemporary design elements in their collections to demonstrate the pearl’s versatility and meet buyers’ rising demand for one-of-a-kind jewellery pieces.

Golden South Sea pearl specialist Jewelmer regularly updates its collections to highlight the inherent beauty of pearls with a modern twist. Its Zen pendant, for instance, draws attention to the lustrous appeal of the golden pearl resting on a sinuous golden cradle – giving the piece a sophisticated yet edgy look.

The La Chance pendant on the other hand is described as a symbol of fortune and unity. It is available in two designs – one featuring the Double Happiness symbol in Chinese culture and the other with a dragon curled around the pearl. 

“These unique creations from Jewelmer honour the golden miracles in our lives — moments, milestones and people who have brought us happiness, peace and love. Each one is a gift of nature’s bounty, showcasing the radiant, rare elegance of the golden South Sea pearl,” noted Jewelmer. 

Legendary pearl jeweller Mikimoto meanwhile melds the pearls’ classic allure with innovative designs.

Its high jewellery collection, Jardin Mystérieux, shines the spotlight on pearls interspersed with diamonds and coloured gemstones. The jewellery pieces mimic flowers, wildlife or intricate ironwork in a mysterious garden.

A highlight of the collection is a brooch in 18-karat white gold inspired by an iron gate enveloped by garlands of natural freshwater pearls, sapphires, tourmalines, garnets, alexandrites and diamonds.