Hey, we are talking about evening gowns here. So I know it's a special occasion for you, which is important and really means something to you. Let me guess. It's a prom? Classmates reunion? Going together in the church? Or a company new year party? Doesn't matter. The most important is that you want to look nice and elegant. Diamond is always an option, dazzling and luxury. But when it comes to a diamond jewelry piece that catches others' eyes dozens feets away, not everyone can afford it.

In this situation, perhaps you may want to consider wearing pearl jewelry. This is because pearls have a natural radiance on the surface that makes them look classy and elegant. The most precious pearls are those that are found in a natural environment. These pearls are very rare, hence they are more costly.

The value of a pearl is evaluated from a few different criteria. The most important criterion can be luster. A great pearl is shinning, with dazzling luster, which actually contains different hues. A clean surface free of blemishes, or defects is as important, if not even more. A perfect surface means it has the mirroring effect, that is when you look at it cloosely you can actually see details of your face on the pearl. Size is very important too, just as the same reason that bigger diamonds are more expensive.

When it comes to types of pearls, there are fresh water pearls and sea pearls. Oh, forget to mention that wild natural pearls are really hard to find in the market (less than 0.5%) today since the cultivation of pearls was invented early 1900s. The reason? Cultured pearls are much much more affordable than wild pearls, yet they are just as shinny and lusterous. Only, they are bigger. China, Japan, Australia, and Tihitan are considered as the top production bases of pearls.

Pearls that are produced in China are usually cheaper. They are cheaper not because they are of inferior quality, but because they are produced in larger quantities. In each oyster pearl, it is not uncommon to find twenty to thirty pearls. You can easily buy large number of pearls at wholesale prices. The Japanese prefer quality over quantity. In Japan, each pearl oyster only carries one single pearl at any one time. The pearl is usually much larger in size, more radiant, and has a nicer shape. As you can see, there are a wide variety of pearls available in the market. Surely, there will be something that goes well with your evening gown.

Pearls can come in many different shapes, sizes, and colors. A dye can be applied to cultured pearls to achieve the desired colors. Colors can be white, black, gold, silver, cream, and so on. And because they are available in many different sizes, they can fit into almost any type of chain or ring to become a piece of pearl jewelry. Hence, you will be able to find pearl necklaces, pearl bracelets, pearl ear rings, and almost any kind of jewelry you can think of.

Pearl jewelry is, in my opinion, the only jewelry that will allow you to look elegant and gracious without attracting too much unwanted attention. There is this innocent quality in pearls that you can't find in any other type of precious stones. So the next time you are looking for something that goes with your evening gown, pay some attention to pearl jewelry. A fine pearl piece is almost a must in every woman's jewelry box. And a necklace beaded with top quality, lusterous pearls is definitely a perfect match for formal dresses for any special occasion.