Forget Diamonds: Why Pearls Are the Perfect Valentine’s Day Gift

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Most would argue that diamonds are a girl’s best friend, but let’s not forget about the allure of artistic pearl jewelry. Ever since Phoebe Philo turned the pearl from a traditional jewelry staple to a modern must-have, designers and shoppers have picked up on the unexpected appeal of the freshwater gems. Pearls have become so popular that you can’t even scroll through your Instagram feed or a street style gallery without spotting them on the ears of a stylish woman. The goods news is that because of their lovely and unique nature, pearls also make for a beautiful and stylish Valentine’s Day jewelry gift.

There is a timeless pearl piece out there for the special person in your life. A minimal, single strand necklace from Washed Ashore or bracelet by Chan Luu would be just the right gesture for those starting a new relationship. For best friends, spouses, or serious significant others, consider a unique pair of earrings with more personality and edge, like those from Sophie Monet, Ippolita, and Beck Jewels. Even if you’re spending V Day happily on your own this year, you can shop a pair of pretty pearls from Mango, only $25, or Wolf Circus for just below $100 straight from your couch. Treat yourself!

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Sophie Monet Moonrise mother-of-pearl and wood earrings, $165, modaoperandi.comPhoto: Courtesy of modaoperandi.com
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Y/Project Cleopatra pearl bracelet, $404, farfetch.comPhoto: Courtesy of farfetch.com
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Faris Portra pearl collar necklace, $195, nordstrom.comPhoto: Courtesy of nordstrom.com
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Wolf Circus gold Lunette earrings, $98, thedreslyn.comPhoto: Courtesy of thedreslyn.com
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John Hardy Bamboo pearl Station bracelet, $695, nordstrom.comPhoto: Courtesy of nordstrom.com
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Beck Jewels Lune Swarovski pearl earrings, $295, modaoperandi.comPhoto: Courtesy of modaoperandi.com
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Fallon Micro pearl collar necklace, $300, neimanmarcus.comPhoto: Courtesy of neimanmarcus.com
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Mango pearl hoop earrings, $26, mango.comPhoto: Courtesy of mango.com
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Erth Jewelry Luna teardrop pearl anklet, $475, erthjewelry.comPhoto: Courtesy of erthjewelry.com
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Maria Tash pearl coronet-ring single earring, $360, ylang23.comPhoto: Courtesy of ylang23.com
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Washed Ashore Sunrise choker, $260, washedashore.coPhoto: Courtesy of washedashore.co
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Ippolita Nova wire earrings, $1,595, neimanmarcus.comPhoto: Courtesy of neimanmarcus.com
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Chan Luu Champagne diamond and pearl cuff, $155, coedition.comPhoto: Courtesy of coedition.com
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Alighieri Dante’s Shadow pearl earrings, $330, modaoperandi.comPhoto: Courtesy of modaoperandi.com
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Stella and Bow Rogers freshwater pearl necklace, $100, stellaandbow.comPhoto: Courtesy of stellaandbow.com
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Mounser Swell single earring, $135, mounser.comPhoto: Courtesy of mounser.com
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Sarah Chloe x Elle Strauss pearl hoop earrings, $196, sarahchloe.comPhoto: Courtesy of sarahchloe.com