The Pearls of Wisdom….

The luminous luster of pearls…. Grace Kelly wore a single strand for her signature style, Jacqueline Kennedy wore a triple strand in photos with the president and Coco Chanel revolutionized fashion wearing her legendary black cardigan with multiple stands of pearls. Pearls are the one accessory that has transcended the ages and has remained an indispensable place in a woman’s life. Making it a must have in every wife’s wardrobe. Never going out of fashion and speaking an elegance like no other piece of jewelry. Known as a sign or symbol of purity, virtue and modesty, the “organic gems” can turn any girl into a sophisticated women.

Although gone are the days when pearls were simply available in one or two designs. Instead of continuous beaded strands designers are creating unique pearl pieces with the brilliance of diamonds and glistening gemstones mixed with in with the glimmer of gold.

Coco Chanel believed that a pearl necklace’s clasp should be an integral part of its design, worn where it could be seen. The clasp and chain of these necklaces should be paired with delicate 18k gold. Below are some incredible pieces of jewelry where pearls are paired perfectly with the glow of gold. (Above: Hannah Martin Spur Pendant on Pearls Gold, $2,500.00 at Hannahmartinlondon.com)-Taryn Cox for THE WIFE in collaboration with LoveGold

Plukka Pearl “Boullee” Stud Earrings in 18k Gold, $750.00 at Plukka.com; Delfina Delettrez Orange Triangle Mono Earring in 18k Yellow Gold, $1,283.00 at Luisaviaroma.com; Mikimoto Prestige 18k Rose Gold and Diamond Earrings, Price Available Upon Request, Mikimotoamerica.com; Seaman Schepps “Bubble” Gemstone and Pearl Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold, $15,000.00 at Betteridge.com; Hannah Martin Stabbed Tahitian Pearl Earrings in 18k Rose Gold, $800.00 at Hannahmartinlondon.com

Ivanka Trump Mother of Pearl Cocktail Ring in 18k Rose Gold, $1,900.00 at Ivankatrump.com; Mikimoto Pearl Twist 18k Rose Gold and Diamond Ring, $1,850.00 at Mikimotoamerica.com; Inez & Vinoodh Tahitian Pearl and 18k Yellow Gold Interlocked Rings, $930.00 at Barney.com; Delfina Delettrez Cartoon Eye and Pearl Ring in 18k Gold, $1,720.00 at Openingceremony.com; Mikimoto Pearl World of Creativity Ring with 18k Gold and Diamonds, $30,000.00 at Mikimotoamerica.com

Plukka Pearl “Boullee” Bracelet in 18k Yellow Gold, $12,000.00 at Plukka.com; Inez & Vinoodh Tahitian Pearl and 18k Yellow Gold Interlocked Bangles, $2,915.00 at Barneys.com

David Morris Pearl and Diamond Tassel Necklace in 18k White Gold, $150,000.00 at CoutureLab.com; Mikimoto 9x7mm Graduated 18″ Strand 18k Yellow Gold Signature Clasp. $3,500.00 at Mikimotoamerica.com; Ten Thousand Things Pearl Natural Wing, 18k Yellow Gold Necklace, $1,760.00 at Barneys.com