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Spring Cleaning for Your Favorite Pearls

Friday, March 5th, 2010

We’re entering Spring soon and what could be more perfect than Spring cleaning your favorite pearls? It’s a fact: the better you care for your pearls, the longer they will last. If you dream of handing down your favorite set of pearls to your granddaughter on her wedding day, take the steps now to care for them properly. You’ll have that magic moment!

The little pearl care steps you take each day actually matter a lot. You might think, “it doesn’t matter if I leave my pearl necklace by my bedside” or “I’ll just take off my pearl necklace before I take off my makeup” - but DON’T! Every time you take that extra moment to take care of your pearls, it makes a great difference. Pearls are a natural gemstone and they are sensitive to their environment. They will pick up what they rub on or what is sprayed near them. Tiny care steps today mean beautiful pearls for tomorrow.

One of our best pearl care steps is “first on and first off.” Put your pearls on before your makeup and hair care products. Take your pearls off before you remove your makeup and hair care products. This alone can make a tremendous difference.

Let Spring be a reminder to have your pearls checked for possible restringing. This is a Spring cleaning tip we often will neglect, because we love wearing our pearls and don’t want to stop wearing them - even  for a short while! But taking them to your favorite jeweler to be checked and possibly restrung can make a great difference. It can mean long lasting pearls for you and the coming generations.

Always have a special keepsake place for your favorite pearls. Pearls are gentle and need to be stored in their own location. A small jewelry box dedicated to your pearl jewelry can be an ideal choice. Or a natural cloth gently wrapping your pearl jewelry while in your current jewelry box is another option for you to consider. Your pearl jewelry needs a place it belongs at the end of the day. Take that extra moment and put it back so you know it is safe. Safe from any particles that could stick to them. Safe from an adorable toddler’s grabbing hands. Safe from a pet who could play or even chew on them. Or simply safe from  you misplacing them!

Consider having your pearl jewelry actually cleaned for Spring cleaning. Some pearl jewelry can easily be cleaned with a small touch of warm water and gentle cotton cloth. But ask your jeweler for guidance before cleaning your lovely pearl jewelry. Better to use the correct application - and your jeweler may have some specific advice we can’t give - as we can’t see your exact piece of pearl jewelry in this moment!

Spring cleaning is a wonderful ritual. Everything all new and fresh. Let your pearl jewelry sparkle and shine, looking as lovely as ever. Enjoy your beautiful pearls!

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Spring Brides: Find Your Ideal Pearl Style!

Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010

bridal-pearlsSpring brides: are you ready for your wedding day? Every detail matters, and Mastoloni knows that every bride has her own special pearl style. Find your bridal pearl style to easily compliment you and your wedding gown. This pearl style will help you look even more radiant and lovelier than ever on your wedding day!

What neckline does your wedding dress have? This is a top question to consider when finding your pearl style. Today’s brides and pearl lovers have many different pearl jewelry styles to choose from. A square neckline would be complimented well either by a choker or a princess length pearl necklace. A ballet neckline could be complimented nicely with a rope pearl necklace for a stunning look. The pearls should be balanced both with the lines of your dress as well as the style of your wedding gown.

What style is your wedding gown? This is another important question to think about to choose a bride’s ideal pearl style. The bride marrying in a vintage wedding dress may wish to choose pearls that reflect that period in history. A bride with a “flapper” style wedding dress may choose a long, rope pearl necklace popular in that day and age.

What pearl styles do you adore? Now this is probably one of the most thoughtful questions a bride should reflect on to find her ideal bridal pearl style. Your pearls should “speak” about your personal style and what you enjoy the most. If a choker and a romantic pearl bracelet tied with a ribbon sounds like the most divine pearl jewelry to you - do your best to see if this style would compliment your wedding dress. Remember that all eyes are on the bride and will watch to see what personal touches you add today on your wedding day.

Our Clssic Love Knot Bracelet - A Bridal Favorite!!

This 3 Strand 6.5MM Japanese Akoya Pearl & Diamond Bracelet 18KT Yellow or White Gold Is Another Bridal Favorite

This 3 Strand 6.5MM Japanese Akoya Pearl & Diamond Bracelet 18KT Yellow or White Gold Is Another Bridal Favorite

What pearls do you love? A bride who loves pearls knows that pearls are not “only” the white and ivory pearls we often see in pearl jewelry - there are pearls ranging in a rainbow of colors. While your dress may be white - your wedding jewelry can be vibrant, colorful or filled with soft pastel colors that speak of your feminine beauty. Use the pearls in every size and shape to express your personality. Ask your jeweler for suggestions in finding the best pearls for your style and taste if you have questions.

Don’t be limited by “only” the dainty pearl jewelry seen on brides. This is your special day. A black tie wedding could be the ideal affair to wear your deep and bold Tahitian pearl choker necklace with your wedding dress. Try several ropes of colorful seed pearls for a unique look for your natural beach themed wedding.

Congratulations on your wonderful Spring wedding. We know you will look radiant on your wedding day wearing your favorite pearls!

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Perfect Pearl Gifts For Spring

Thursday, February 25th, 2010

springtime-jewelrySpring is just a few weeks away and now is the perfect time to think about pearl gifts for the season. What could be more lovely that pearls in Springtime? The season when all of the flowers are in bloom and every stunning woman is wearing her favorite pearl jewelry.

Try some of these popular pearl jewelry favorites for ideal Spring jewelry choices:

Pearl earrings are a great choice as a pearl jewelry gift for any woman you’d like to give a Springtime gift to. Whether for that special birthday or “just because,” a pair of pearl earrings are suited to either daytime or evening wear. Look for pearl “button” style earrings that have singular pearls. These come in every size, shape and color one can imagine. From the classic white or ivory cultured pearl to the bright and colorful Tahitian pearls or the stunning Akoya pearls!

A rope pearl necklace is another terrific choice for Springtime jewelry. The rope pearl necklace is suited for many lovely Springtime fashions that draw attention to the face and neckline. The sundress is a popular choice with many women starting to wear this in Springtime. A rope necklace can be gently tied or double strung to create a custom choker style look you’ll love.

The pearl bracelet is a very feminine look that is special and perfect for Spring looks. Spring fashions are lighter fabrics, lighter colors and involve less clothing. The arms are often covered with shorter sleeves or even sleeveless fashions. A pearl bracelet gently draws the attention to your wrist, arms and hands - in a feminine way. Choose the pearl bracelet for the unique woman in your life.

A princess length pearl necklace is another excellent choice. This is one of the most classic pearl necklace lengths and is very popular in the Springtime or during other seasons as it is very versatile. Wear your princess length pearl necklace while playing a game of tennis or while at the club eating lunch with friends. Or while out on the town with your husband or that special someone! The princess pearl necklace easily compliments so many looks.

To best show off your pearl jewelry for Spring fashions remember to exfoliate your skin and consider using a touch of self-bronzing powder or self-tanning lotion. A bit of a tan in the beginning of Spring will bring a lovely glow to your skin and compliment the lustre of the pearl jewelry even more than before. Well exfoliated skin shows your skin at its very best - and whenever you wear Spring fashions, more of your skin is exposed most of the time.

Our top fashion tip: This Spring season try a different type of pearl jewelry in your wardrobe. If you always wear pearl earrings, add a pearl bracelet to your Spring wardrobe. If you love your pearl necklace, try including some pearl earrings to match. We know you’ll find some new lovely pearl looks you’ll fall in love with this Spring!

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Easy Pearl Care Solutions

Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010
Mastoloni Pearls AA Quality 8.5-9mm Japanese Akoya
Mastoloni Pearls “AA” Quality 8.5-9mm Japanese Akoya

“Don’t pearls need special care?” This is a concern some have about buying pearls for themselves or a gift for someone they love.

Yes, pearls DO require special care to ensure they last as long as they can. However, every form of fine jewelry actually requires some type of maintenance to keep it in its best condition. Fortunately with pearls - there are easy pearl care solutions you can use. Caring for your pearls doesn’t have to be a bothersome chore. Let’s share with you some of our favorite tips:

1. First to put on & the first to take off. This is a very simple pearl care rule to keep in mind. As you are getting dressed, put your pearls on before adding makeup or hair care items. Your makeup or hair products have fine particles that can cause damage to the natural gemstones we love - pearls. Be sure your pearls are the first thing you take off. This keeps pearls in good condition and away from your perfume, hair care products or makeup as you undress.

2. Always have a special place for your pearls. Now this is one of our top easy pearl care tips. One’s pearls need to be kept in a special place, away from your other jewelry. You don’t want other jewelry to rub or bump up against your fine and delicate pearls as this can cause damage to them. Their own jewelry box or even a soft, natural cloth like cotton are ideal choices. Always keep your pearls dry and in cool climates, not too hot or too cold.

3. Develop a routine for putting your pearls back in their special place. Many women will take off their favorite jewelry and leave it on their dresser or by their nightstand. This is a big mistake when it comes to your favorite pearls. It leaves them vulnerable to a number of challenges - one of the biggest is that you will simply misplace them! No matter how busy your day or how tired you are at the end of it, put your pearls away. You’ll be glad you did.

4. Have your pearls restrung annually and cared for by a professional jeweler. Now this is a very easy pearl care tip that will greatly extend the life of your pearls. We’ve all seen those dramatic movie scenes where someone grabs at a pearl necklace at it falls apart in their hands - pearls spilling onto the floor. Ask your jeweler for advice as to what schedule you should keep to regularly restring your pearls - most often this is an annual occurrence - but it may depend on your exact piece of jewelry.

For more tips about caring for your pearls, please visit the home of The Most Beautiful Pearls In The World.

As you can see - pearl care doesn’t have to be difficult. For the most part it is the little things we do each day to take care of something beautiful that we love. Aren’t your favorite, precious pearls worth it? We thought you’d agree!

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5 Classic Pearl Styles Perfect for Birthday Celebrations

Tuesday, January 12th, 2010

birthday_balloonsIs there a special birthday around the corner? It is easy to see why fine jewelry is one of the most popular gifts for women when it comes to a birthday or other celebration. The gift of pearls is an ideal choice for just about every woman in your life. Your wife, girlfriend, mother, sister, daughter, best friend and other women would all appreciate the beauty and radiant lustre of cultured pearls for their birthday.

A pearl choker is a classic gift for a birthday celebration. One of the best things about the choice of a pearl choker is that this pearl necklace style can be worn both during the daytime and also the evening. Whether you are dressed for the town’s finest gala or attending a casual and fun barbeque - a pearl choker is a great choice.

The princess length pearl necklace is also a wonderful selection for a birthday celebration. Many women appreciate the length of the princess necklace, which reaches just below one’s collarbone. This is a very feminine and classic style of pearl necklace to wear. The best thing about a princess length pearl necklace is that is looks so attractive with dresses, blouses and sweaters - just about any style of dress is easily complimented.

Pearl earrings are an excellent choice for a pearl gift for that special birthday. There are many choices in styles of pearl earring designs. The drop pearl earrings are a favorite choice, complimenting one’s neck and shoulders so well with their elongated style. This style of earrings is very feminine and often uses the larger pearls than other pearl earrings. Sometimes you’ll see different pearl shapes in a pair of pearl drop earrings. Pearl stud earrings are stunning and are ideal for so many settings. These are truly classic for every woman - no matter her age or fashion tastes. Every woman can be complimented with the addition of a pair of lovely pearl stud earrings. With cultured pearls available in a variety of colors, sizes and styles - even a pair of pearl stud earrings can be so different from another.

The pearl rope necklace is another excellent option for so many women. Select the rope necklace for the woman who enjoys tying scarves around her neck and designing her own fashion style. The pearl rope necklace can easily be adjusted to many lengths and styles - this woman will greatly appreciate how much fun she can have creating her different “looks” with it! This is a wonderful birthday present ideal for the fashion conscious woman - and many women will enjoy a pearl rope necklace.

A pearl bracelet is an excellent choice as a birthday gift for many women. Choose this gift especially for the woman who receives many compliments on her hands. An artist, musician or someone who does a lot of work with her hands may also prefer the pearl bracelet as this is someone who treasures her hands very much. The pearl bracelet draws gentle attention to one’s hands, wrists and arms.

Birthdays are meant to be celebrated. What could be more lovely than the gift of pearls?

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Pearls Are Perfect For Your PreTeen

Thursday, January 7th, 2010

blake-lively-pearls-teen-vogueMany parents start to think about buying their daughter “real” jewelry when she reaches her pre-teen years. Often a pre-teen girl is responsible enough to care for real jewelry so it will remain in excellent condition. Most pre-teen girls have outgrown the stage of youth where misplacing things is quite common. So the first thought begins…..what pearl styles should you consider for your pre-teen daughter?

There are many different styles of pearl jewelry. The secret to finding the very best style is to consider both your daughter’s personality and her fashion taste. While the typical pre-teen’s fashion taste may blow in and out like the wind - her personality often remains steady and strong. Each of these can help to indicate what style of pearl jewelry would be ideal for her.

Another factor to consider when choosing pearl jewelry for your pre-teen is to think of what she thinks are her best physical features. If she thinks her hands and arms are lovely, then a pearl bracelet could be an excellent choice. If she prefers her face, neck and shoulders then a pearl necklace is an ideal choice. If your pre-teen daughter thinks her face, ears and eyes are her best features then selecting a pair of pearl earrings could be a great selection for her. Notice we are not asking which you believe to be her best feature - but what she finds most complimentary. Choosing pearl jewelry that compliments what she is most confident about will make her feel her very best. She will appreciate not only this gift of real pearl jewelry - but also the gift of confidence you are sharing with her.

If you are tempted to buy real pearl jewelry for your pre-teen daughter but she has had a common occurance of misplacing things in the past - help her to break this habit. Grown women understand that pearls need gentle care and to be stored on their own. Take the time to give her a special place to keep her pearls and explain to her the proper care for pearls. That the extra time she spends taking care of her pearls will extend their length and enjoyment of them. The gift of pearls and this responsibility of them is also a gift she will appreciate. With this gift she knows she is being given your confidence and a sign that she is growing up and being given grown up things.

Celebrate your pre-teen daughter’s first pearls just as you would celebrate any other special milestone for her. Take her for tea and sweet cakes at a fancy restaurant or hotel so she can wear a pretty dress and her pearls. Show her how to french braid her hair so her pearl earrings will be complimented even more. Take photos of your daughter enjoying her pearls and place them in a special frame next to her treasure box holding the pearls. This will remind her of the special memory she has shared of the very first time she wore her first pearl jewelry - filled with happiness.

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5 Pearl New Year Resolutions

Tuesday, January 5th, 2010

As we enter 2010, many of you are likely thinking of New Year’s Resolutions. May we suggest you consider a pearl related New Year’s Resolution? Pearl related New Year’s Resolutions are a wonderful way to enjoy your beautiful and radiant pearls even more. At Mastoloni we believe that 2010 and the years to come should be filled with beautiful pearls and many days to enjoy them!

1. “I will give my pearl jewelry gentle TLC.” This is a terrific pearl related New Year’s Resolution for so many of us to make. Taking care of your pearls ensures that you will be able to enjoy them for many years to come. Pearls are a natural gemstone and deserve gentle care. It’s a known fact that your pearl jewelry will thrive under gentle care and regular maintenance. Store your pearl jewelry separately and in a cool location. Take your pearls off before undressing and put them on before applying your makeup or hair gel/sprays.

2. “I will wear my pearls every day I wish to - not just for special occasions.” This is an important New Year’s Resolution for many pearl lovers to make. It seems that some only take out their special pearls for holidays or certain occasions. But your pearls deserve to be enjoyed - even if that “occasion” is a Thursday afternoon you are meeting a dear friend for espresso and laughter. Certainly you will enjoy wearing your pearls that day - and the treasured memories of that day will make your pearls only that more special to you.

3. “I will try new pearl jewelry this year.” This is a fun pearl related New Year’s Resolution to make. Some women stick to their favorite tried ‘n true pearl jewelry and don’t try new pearl jewelry. Why not make this year the one where you try something a bit different? There are many classic pearl jewelry styles as well as unique pearl jewelry created all the time. Give something a try - we know you’ll fall in love.

4. “I will try new pearls this year.” This is another very important pearl related New Year’s Resolution. Some pearl lovers may be unaware that pearls come in nearly a rainbow of colors - from pale pink, light sea green, golden yellow, ivory, white and then deeper dues like eggplant purple, dark blue and deep silvery gray. From the Akoya pearls, freshwater pearls, South Sea pearls and the Tahitian pearls….there are so many beautiful pearls. Try a new type of pearl color, size or style this year. We know you’ll enjoy this New Year’s Resolution!

5. “I will share my love of pearls with someone special this year.” Make this year the time you give your daughter, sister, mother or some special woman in your life the gift of pearls. Pearls are ideally the gift of love, romance and true sentiment. What could be better than sharing your love of pearls with someone you love deeply? Give your teen daughter her very first strand of pearls or a lovely pearl bracelet. Or give your sister stunning drop pearl earrings.

Whatever your choices for New Year’s Resolutions, we hope you enjoy your pearls this year every day!

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Mastoloni Wishes You a Very Happy New Year

Thursday, December 31st, 2009

Our family at Mastoloni would like to wish your family a very happy, healthy and safe New Year. May the coming year bring you joy, happiness, good health and all good things.

New Year’s Eve is one of those perfect occasions to wear your fine pearl jewelry. What could be more lovely than a room lit by candlelight and your pearls with their luster and radiance? Every woman knows that pearls only add to a woman’s natural beauty. Pearls are a natural gemstone and have lots of lovely shimmer and shine. This luster is created from the layers of nacre which are added to the pearl as it is created. A pearl somehow seems to have an incandescent inner glow - unique and lovely in every way.

Your pearls are ideal for evening wear. New Year’s Eve parties are especially glamorous and romantic. Everyone knows you kiss your sweetie at the end of the New Year’s “countdown” from 10 to 1 for the coming year. This is a warm and sentimental time you’ll want to be surrounded by the ones you love. Every woman wants to look her best. It goes without saying that New Year’s Eve is the ideal time to wear your favorite pearl jewelry with that stunning New Year’s outfit. There’s something about pearls to make any outfit look just a bit more special.

Whether you wear your pearl choker, rope necklace, pearl length necklace or other lovely pearl jewelry - know that many other women join you tonight in wearing their pearls. Women around the world are celebrating New Year’s Eve just as you are, wearing their pearls and spending time with their loved ones. It’s easy to see why pearls would be a popular favorite for that special occasion. Available in a wide variety of colors and sizes, they can easily compliment many women’s fashion tastes and personal styles.

Why not choose something a little different this year when it comes to your New Year’s Eve pearl fashions? Select pearl jewelry that with gorgous and oversized pearls - or pearls in a color that is new to you. Won’t your black velvet dress look lovely with silvery grey pearls or tiny seed pearls creating a necklace that showers pearls all over your neckline? You have so many varieties and styles to select from. Choose something extravagent and lovely especially for this New Year’s Eve.

Another option is to select a pearl jewelry style that in some way compliments your New Year’s resolution. There is pearl jewelry that can speak to you in special ways. Choose pearl jewelry that reminds you to “get healthier” or to “be more romantic” or for “career success.” No matter your choice in fine pearl jewelry, we know you will look stunning and out of this world.

Wishing you a very Happy New Year and a 2010 filled with beautiful pearls.

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Holiday Pearl Looks We Love

Tuesday, December 29th, 2009

The holidays are the perfect time to wear your favorite pearls. Whether you are wearing your great grandmother’s pearls or the set of pearls your husband gave you this holiday season - everyone would have to agree that there is something about pearls that simply says “holidays!” Here are some of our favorite pearl looks that are ideal for the holiday season.

A pearl choker is a lovely pearl look that is complimentary to either evening or daytime looks. Your pearl choker will naturally compliment your neck, shoulders and face - so be certain that your hair, makeup and outfit have been selected with this goal in mind. A holiday favorite is a velvet strapless stress with a taffetta skirt and a pearl choker. Or wear your pearl choker with a favorite daytime look as you enjoy the holidays.

Pearl ropes are another popular pearl look that women love especially for the holidays. One of our favorite things about the pearl rope style is that this can easily be customized to your specific look. Try doubling it to create your own special pearl choker. The doubled pearl rope is a real attention getter at the holidays, giving your holiday apparel a unique and feminine touch. A pearl rope necklace can also be knotted or “tied” with a gentle ribbon at the end for a pretty holiday look.

The pearl bracelet is an ideal choice for the holidays and it’s easy to see why many women reach for this pearl jewelry style during this time. A pearl bracelet is delicate and feminine. It easily draws attention to your hands, arms and shoulders. Women appreciate a pearl bracelet as not every woman owns this unique style of pearl jewelry - it can make you stand out a bit during the holidays to wear yours. Try adding your favorite manicure style as your fingernails will draw a lot of attention wearing your pearl bracelet at holiday parties.

Pearl earrings are a special look for the holidays. Many women prefer pearl earrings especially as they come in many different styles. There are single pearl earrings that look classic and traditional. These pearl earrings can come in many sizes from the dainty to the very large - and also in a rainbow of colors that easily compliment your holiday looks. Try a pale pink pearl or a silvery grey pearl earring set to draw attention during the holidays. Another favorite are drop pearl earrings for a very feminine look that easily draws attention to your neck, shoulders and face.

Pearls are easily a favorite of many women during the holidays as they bring out a woman’s natural radiance and glow. Many winter holidays are celebrated with candlelight - and the lustre of these pearls adds a special shine as well. Remember to wear your favorite pearls this holiday season and treasure the happy memories you create!

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Happy Holidays and Happy New Year from Mastoloni

Thursday, December 24th, 2009

Mastoloni would like to wish you and your family a very Happy Holiday season and Happy New Year. As you gather together to celebrate the holidays - we send you the wish for happiness, good health, success and all good things in the coming year.

There may be nothing more lovely than enjoying your beautiful pearls when gathering for family celebrations. As you wear your pearls, their radiant lustre and shine easily compliments a woman’s natural glow and beauty. A sentimental favorite, wearing your pearls during the holidays is a wonderful way to remind yourself of past celebrations and holidays. As you touch or look at your pearls, you’ll see those happy times in your mind’s eye. Those pearls become much more than fine pearl jewelry, but a treasured momento capturing your holiday memories.

Please remember that your pearls need and deserve that extra TLC to stay beautiful and strong for as long as you’ll have and enjoy them. Many women have pearls passed down to them from their grandmother, so pearls when taken care of can certainly be a legacy gift given from generation to generation of women in your family. What a lovely way to celebrate the holidays and to bring your family closer. An easy tip to gentle care of your pearls is to put them on before applying makeup or hair products and to wash your hands before taking them off - and to also take them off before removing clothing or makeup at the end of holiday celebration. Take the time to put your pearl jewelry in its special place and you are helping it last longer and ensuring you’ll enjoy them for the next holiday celebration.

Pearls are the ideal way to make the holidays even more merry and bright. The gift of pearls is a special and often very romantic gift for that woman in your life. The pearl is a natural gemstone and has been treasured for centuries. To give pearls is a sign of romance and thoughtfulness. What could be more lovely for the holiday season?

Mastoloni wishes you and your family a very Happy Holiday season and a Happy New Year!

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