Pearl Journal

Is Add-A-Pearl Worth It? An Honest Look at Cost, Pearl Quality and Value

Is an Add-A-Pearl necklace worth it? Compare apples to apples: Japanese Akoya vs. freshwater pearls, true cost, chain strength and heirloom value.

The Gift That Grows With Her: A Holiday Gift Guide for Granddaughters, Goddaughters & Little Girls

Looking for a meaningful Christmas gift for a granddaughter, goddaughter or little girl? Start a pearl necklace that grows with her, one pearl at a time.

Buy a Full Pearl Strand or Build an Add-A-Pearl Necklace?

Should you buy a full strand of pearls now or build an Add-A-Pearl necklace over time? Learn how the tradition, professional matching, and gifting experience make each approach very different

Determining Pearl Quality

Discover the qualities that make a pearl truly exceptional. Learn how luster, surface quality, shape, and careful matching come together to create the timeless beauty of every Add-A-Pearl necklace.

What Size Pearl Should I Start With?

The size of your first pearl helps shape the look of your necklace for years to come. Explore our guide to choosing the ideal starting pearl and learn how graduated and uniform necklaces each creat...

When Should You Add Pearls to an Add-A-Pearl Necklace?

One of the most beautiful aspects of an Add-A-Pearl necklace is its simplicity. There is no single “right” time to add a pearl.Instead, each pearl is chosen to mark a moment — a memory you want...

Add-A-Pearl Gift FAQ: Everything You Need to Know

Looking for a meaningful, heirloom-quality gift? Whether you're starting a necklace for a newborn, a first birthday, or a baptism, the Add-A-Pearl tradition offers a beautiful way to give a gift t...

What’s a Sentimental Baby Gift That Lasts Forever? (Our Favorite Pick Will Melt Your Heart)

When you're searching for a baby gift whether it's for a baby shower, first birthday, christening, or the moment she's born—you want it to be special. Something thoughtful. Something she might act...

The Ultimate Guide to Personalizing Your Add-A-Pearl Necklace Journey

An Add-A-Pearl necklace is more than just a beautiful piece of jewelry—it’s a cherished tradition, a keepsake that grows alongside life’s milestones. Each pearl represents a special moment, a cele...

What's the Difference Between Natural and Cultured Pearls

Pearls have been prized since ancient times for their natural beauty and their ability to embody timeless style without further enhancement. Symbols of love and glamour, they have been adored and a...