PEARL REPORT 2021

PEARL REPORT | 23 | 2021-2022 設計 Versatile and wearable Pearls can be worn in a multitude of ways. Georgacopoulos pointed to a relaxed and casual way of wearing pearls. She said, “Pearl jewellery has also become more playful without losing its classical side. Of course, there are people still wearing them as status symbols, but the younger generation combines pearls with other jewellery by layering. They prefer more adventurous and individual pieces.” Imram concurred, saying that this kind of flexibility allows pearl jewellery to be so much more versatile. Pearls can be worn with one’s Sunday best or with t-shirt and jeans. Rogers added that people also wear pearls to the beach, which did not happen a lot in the past. “We’ve made them relatable for younger shoppers while exciting more mature shoppers with fresh styling options,” she noted. Although pearls are increasingly viewed as a versatile and fashionable gem, traditional connotations are still attached to the gem, according to Imram. “People have such strong impressions and opinions on pearls that it can be challenging to have the client appreciate the design for what it is. There are times when they love the pieces but have it in their mind that they are not ‘pearl people’,” he continued. The classic pearl necklace continues to be a universal popular choice due to its enduring elegance and symbolism. Georgacopoulos explained, “It evokes a sense of purity and perfection. Even a simple pearl pendant can give you that feeling of dressing up without showing off; it is subtle yet powerful.” Model Shaun Ross wearing a pearl- studded jacket and pearl earrings. Getty Images courtesy of Assael 模特 Shaun Ross 穿著鑲有珍珠的夾 克及佩戴珍珠耳環。蓋帝圖像， 由 Assael 提供 Floating pearl ear pin by KATKIM KATKIM 的漂浮珍珠耳釘 Arcane Nemara ‘Noir Necklace’ with Tahitian pearls and diamonds by State Property State Property 飾有大溪地珍珠和鑽石的 Arcane Nemara “黑色項鏈” Pearl moss earrings in Siam gold paired with Biwa natural pearls by Pacharee Pacharee 的暹羅黃金珍珠苔蘚耳環 配搭琵琶天然珍珠