Given their origin, it’s fitting to associate pearls with the sea. As such, they are the ideal accoutrement for a day out on the water, and luckily, they can also transition perfectly to your evening adventures once you’ve hit shore.
A Day Cruise
The cruise setting can be utilized for both business or pleasure, and pearls fit it naturally for any occasion. Whether you are at a networking event, seeking that whale sighting, or enjoying a lobster educational cruise, pearls should be on your shortlist for accessories. They can be simple in nature, like a set of studs or a single pendant, or you can have fun with it and pair your trip with a conversation piece by a unique designer. If you don’t already own one, the shops and galleries of your harbor town are brimming with local talent specific to the area.
Keshi pearl post earrings with diamond in rose gold by Keith Field.
A Personal Yacht Trip
A night party on the boat calls for luxury and the classics - and nothing fits that brief quite like pearls. Once you have felt the softness and weight of a large South Sea pearl strand you will never want to wear anything else. And don’t limit yourself when it comes to color; high-quality pearls come in yellows, whites, blacks, and many variations in between, so your options are wide open to find the most fitting piece for the perfect evening. Looking for more of a sport ride than a leisurely float? Stick to classic posts with a silk scarf. While pearls are resistant to damage from salt spray, best practice is to keep your extra fine pieces at home during a more adventurous ride.
Handmade South Sea pearl station necklace by Keith Field.
Adventurous Water Activities
Speaking of those of you seeking a more active day on the water, you can still dress for the occasion! Of course, safety is the primary concern, and second comes the preservation of your fine jewelry. For water sports, don’t shy away from donning your pearls; everyday minimal pearl earrings or a pearl pendant on a cord will give you full freedom to be active but also look great in those candid photos. You'll feel great and be ready to rock the brewery, food truck, or clambake after you ride the waves.
Yes, for the Men as Well
The mention of pearls may harken images of Audrey Hepburn or Elizabeth Taylor, but men have also donned pearls for thousands of years. Men wearing pearls is particularly significant in connection to maritime culture; many a sea captain and privateer wore pears as status symbols of wealth and power. With a wide variety of colors and sizes, pearls have the ability to carry a masculine feel, especially when paired with leather or other more rustic materials. Rock your beachy style with a large designer pearl pendant paired with a crisp white shirt, or be more adventurous with pearl stud earrings or even a pearl featured on your bracelet.