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About Pearls

About Pearls

  PEARLS ARE UNIQUELY FORMED WATER GEMS, EACH WITH ITS OWN SHAPE, COLOR AND LUSTER. NO TWO ARE IDENTICAL AND IRREGULARITY IS CONSIDERED AN ASPECT OF THEIR BEAUTY. PEARLS ARE CREATED WHEN MICROSCOPIC FOREIGN OBJECTS BECOME TRAPPED INSIDE LIVING MOLLUSKS, CAUSING THE ORGANISM TO SECRETE LAYERS OF NACRE (NAY-KER) AROUND THE IRRITANT. THE NACRE THEN HARDENS, FORMING A PEARL INSIDE THE SHELL. NATURALLY FORMED, WILD PEARLS ARE EXTRAORDINARILY RARE AND EXPENSIVE. MOST PEARL VARIETIES ARE CULTURED; THEY’RE FARMED IN CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENTS USING ARTIFICIALLY INTRODUCED IRRITANTS TO START THE PEARL-MAKING PROCESS. THEY CAN BE PRODUCED IN EITHER SALT OR FRESH WATER. ...

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Spider: The Symbol Explained

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Spider: The Symbol Explained

The spider is the ultimate symbol of creativity, demonstrated  by the complex web it weaves. Spiders also represent power – sitting at the center of their webs,  they symbolize the center of the universe - and are masters of illusion,  or Maya, the Hindu word for the illusory. In Native American culture, where animals are regarded as teachers, spiders are believed to have taught humans the written alphabet, creating shapes and letters within their webs.   SHOP SPIDERS>>

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The Sunny Side

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The Sunny Side

Q: Describe your personal style- what's your go-to uniform for at home vs on-set? Any must have items or pieces?   Sunny:  My approach is elegant and chic – clean lines, and just a bit bohemian. On set, I gravitate toward tailored items and a pop of color. I especially love shades of orange, burnt gold and moss green. When I’m at home, comfort is my priority and I’m a firm believer that clothes don’t need to be designer or expensive to look amazing.  Truthfully, if I can wear a piece of Samira 13 Jewelry with my outfit, I always will....

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