First PP purchase (Black Friday buy)! How did I do?

[blingbunny10]

This is my first PP purchase and my first full strand of pearls. I struggled with overtone, style, length, and am a complete pearl novice, so any comments (good or bad) would be so helpful! I'm not sure if the length is right on me, or slightly too long.... The strand is also a bit tight, but I imagine it will fall/drape better with a bit of wear. Overall, I think I'm pretty happy with my first "grown up" strand!

PP's description:
Freshwater (Freshadama)
Body Color: White
Overtones: Silver-rose
6.5-10mm
18 inches
Luster: Very high
Blemishing: 99% blemish free
Shape: Round

PP website photo:



Opening the box:

 

[blingbunny10]

Kitchen lighting:



Kitching lighting w/ flash:



natural light:



natural light w/ flash:

 

[Tucs]

Very pretty, and congrats on your first strand! Please post neck shots, they look beautiful.

 

[blingbunny10]

And a few close ups:

 

[Kay]

I think it is a lovely first strand. The silver-rose overtones are my favorite. I look forward to seeing neck shots.

 

[blingbunny10]

Attempt at neck shots:

 

[blingbunny10]

Thanks, Tucs and Kay! I tried my best at neck shots. Gosh, neck shots make me even more self conscious than hand shots.

 

[Frost Me]

Very very chic, blingbunny10, I love the graduation in the pearls, the overtones are beautiful.

 

[ennui]

The pearls are beautiful, and look lovely on you! They look really pretty draped over your wrist. Enjoy and wear them in good health.

 

[sarahb]

They look beautiful on your skin tone & neck--oh for a young neck like yours! Great choice & selection, a very elegant & classic look!

Pearl noob myself...

 

[Fly Girl]

That necklace is simply gorgeous. The shape, color and luster are stunning. These are freshwater pearls and they will last you for a lifetime.

I purchased freshadama quality for my DIL's wedding, and I think they were beautiful as well as being a terrific value.

Enjoy wearing your new pearls!

 

[juliebeth]

those are just gorgeous! they look so good on you! i'd say you done well.

 

[Pearlescence]

I'd say the length is spot -on. It has the effect of lengthening your neck elegantly and we all want elegantly lengthened necks!

 

[Fly Girl]

I'd say the length is spot -on. It has the effect of lengthening your neck elegantly and we all want elegantly lengthened necks!

That is a great point. I wonder if the graduation helps in fooling the eye that the neck is longer?

 

[CRDKeshi]

I think you did fantastic; very beautiful Real Pearls! The length is lovely on you, and VERY elegant with a black dress, yet perfect worn more casual. You can always shorten a bit by getting a pearl shortener in the future, or even use a piece of ribbon to tie in the back ... best of both worlds Congratulations

 

[Bailey1856]

So that's a silver rose overtone? i like it! Good job!

 

[Tucs]

They look great in the neck shorts, too; very elegant with the graduation.

 

[4Ranch Girl]

Very classic and is perfect for your first strand because they will be perfect for many, many years to come Congratulations, you did great.

 

[krissy7]

Congratulations on your purchase! Your necklace looks absolutely beautiful on you, and I hope you thoroughly enjoy wearing it! Thanks for posting pictures.

 

[dk168]

Can't go wrong with Freshadamas, good choice!

DK

 

[cmd2014]

They are classic and beautiful....and will still be classic and beautiful 20 years from now. So pretty on you!!! I'd say you did great!

 

[bsomlo]

You chose a wonderful strand of pearls that will look beautiful with any and everything. Congratulations and wear in health!

I personally prefer shorter strands on me (16" - ish). I think your length is fine, and I think it would be beautiful with a few pearls removed (perhaps used for dangle earrings?). Though if you plan to wear it over sweaters or turtlenecks, you may not want to shorten. It depends on the necklines and collars you wear and the overall proportions when you look in the mirror -- which we can't get from a neck shot.

(Oh, if you traveled back in time and went to a certain Holiday Party -- you'd be asked if your purchase was meant to be "ironic":
[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/negative-pearl-reaction-has-it-ever-happened-to-you.208476/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/negative-pearl-reaction-has-it-ever-happened-to-you.208476/[/URL])

 

[blingbunny10]

Thanks, all! I guess I will be keeping these, then.

Pearlescence, I think you are so right about the 18" length visually elongating the neck. I do not have an elegant swan-like neck by any means (I wish!), yet it looks pretty good in these pics. Certainly something to keep in mind for future purchases.

 

[blingbunny10]

You chose a wonderful strand of pearls that will look beautiful with any and everything. Congratulations and wear in health!

I personally prefer shorter strands on me (16" - ish). I think your length is fine, and I think it would be beautiful with a few pearls removed (perhaps used for dangle earrings?). Though if you plan to wear it over sweaters or turtlenecks, you may not want to shorten. It depends on the necklines and collars you wear and the overall proportions when you look in the mirror -- which we can't get from a neck shot.

(Oh, if you traveled back in time and went to a certain Holiday Party -- you'd be asked if your purchase was meant to be "ironic":
[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/negative-pearl-reaction-has-it-ever-happened-to-you.208476/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/negative-pearl-reaction-has-it-ever-happened-to-you.208476/[/URL])

All my other necklaces are 16", which is why I was waffling about the length. Now I'm wondering whether I could purchase a shorter strand to pair with this one for a doubled look, or maybe that would look odd with graduated strands.... My first day with my first strand and I'm already thinking about buying more! Oh the dangers of PS!

And sheesh at that holiday party comment! I don't think I'd know what to feel in her place, either - Angry or maybe just bemused?

 

[bsomlo]

Paging LitGeek -- get over here, girl! Post the picture of your incredible double strand of graduated whites!

While we wait, here's a shot of my triple white metallics, graduated by strand:



What I'm saying is, great idea!!!

 

[swingirl]

Very pretty pearl necklace. Looks great with casual and dressy!!

 

[ckrickett]

Classic and GORGEOUS!!!

 

[pkinnew]

Excellent choice! I wish my first PP purchase was as perfect as these on you! You will love them forever!!!

 

[LitGeek]

Paging LitGeek -- get over here, girl! Post the picture of your incredible double strand of graduated whites!

While we wait, here's a shot of my triple white metallics, graduated by strand:



What I'm saying is, great idea!!!

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Blingbunny your new strand is classic, elegant, and just altogether lovely!!! Great job! Those pearls have a beautiful luster and are very round. Definitely keep! I second bsomlo, getting a second strand down the road to nest with it is a great idea!

I swoon every time I see that triple strand of yours b!

Here are a few photos of my double strand and then my double strand nested with my single strand.

 

[bsomlo]

That last shot brought a wide smile to my face!

blingbunny10 -- You bought a perfect first strand! Keep us posted on your next purchase (because, yes, there will be more pearls!).