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life in the facet lane
Finding the Story in

Pearls

by Diana Jarrett GG RMV

ho doesn’t love a good
story? And what jewelry
W connoisseur doesn’t love
an intriguing tale about their own
accessories? Our jewelry wardrobe is Freshwater bar pearl and
crystal lever-back earrings.
built one piece at a time—and it can
Credit: Bob Keawst
cover our lifetime. The more intentional
our collection becomes, the greater the and that’s another talking point to the story of American freshwater
thought we put into the meaning behind pearls. You can study up on this fascinating topic by visiting
each beautiful item we acquire. www.resort.birdsong.com
For any woman, her jewelry is a very personal expression of her Bob Keast, CEO of Tennessee River Freshwater Pearl Museum
style and taste. So it’s no surprise that gemstones that have a great in Camden, TN offers his perspective, “In recent years, Tennessee
story become a magnetic draw for serious collectors. freshwater pearls have seen a resurgence in popularity among
Here’s something for your consideration that may have escaped younger consumers, who are embracing their natural beauty and
your notice, until now: American-grown freshwater pearls. Today versatility,” he explains. Promotion for these natural beauties gets a
pearls are a must-have addition to any woman’s jewelry wardrobe. major boost from influencers who love these gems too. Citing the
They are unique since they are an organic gemstone—there aren’t role of social media in driving the trend of American freshwater
many claims on that point alone. pearls, “many influencers and designers showcase unique ways to
But the wide array of pearl shapes, sizes and colors strikes a style these pearls, blending traditional elegance with contemporary
chord with fashionable consumers. fashion.”
American freshwater pearls are a great choice to add to any We think that these homegrown beauties are a natural fit for the
jewelry lover’s collection. Many people are not aware that we can Naples style-con woman. The pearl’s casual elegance mirrors our
actually acquire freshwater pearls right here in our good ol’ USA— ladies’ own approach to a relaxed fashionable lifestyle.

Your best look is the one that you dream up yourself.

You’re the original story we love.

Contact Diana Jarrett Diana@DianaJarrett.com Blog www.color-n-ice.com www.DianaJarrett.com

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