Four Elements: Perfectly Imperfect Baroque Pearls

Jun 1

What's your birthstone? It's kind of like your birthday but in gorgeous gemstone form. It's something to celebrate. The ancient Greeks believed everything was made of four elements: earth, water, air, and fire. We believe every birthstone month deserves (at least) four jewelry wishes. Happy birthstone!

Radiate luminosity in June’s birthstone

Pearls are immaculate, whether wearers are seeking purity or something classically pretty. They're a favorite of people from all walks of life, from ancient Greeks believing they were Aphrodite's tears to royalty wearing them as a display of wealth and heritage. The most famous pearls nowadays are VP Kamala Harris', whose latest pearl moment was wearing ethically and responsibly sourced designer ANA KHOURI. To kick off summer, we're getting our pearls out and fawning over these irregular and irresistible Baroque beauties.

**EARTH**

After becoming a mother, designer Khadijah Fulton of White Space decided to create an "approachable yet distinct" jewelry house. Fans would agree that she accomplished just that. Her collection consists of pearls and diamonds in simple yet contemporary styles with a slight edge.
Recycled 14k yellow gold, freshwater round pearl, and freshwater Baroque pearl “Empress” earring, $375 at White Space

**FIRE**

Imperial has been around for over 100 years and is a leading American pearl company with an extensive fan base that includes iconic movie stars like Elizabeth Taylor and Rita Hayworth. Few things are as classic as a strand of pearls, and this Baroque pearl mashup is an eye-catching collector's item.
Imperial 14k yellow gold and Baroque freshwater pearl necklace, $1,380 at Frantz Diamond and Jewelry
*This item is sold out.

**AIR**

Designer Melanie Georgacopoulos creates wearable art where pearls of all kinds take center stage. Her exceptional craftsmanship gained her Head Designer status for M/G TASAKI in 2015, and she still dedicates time to her eponymous line of extraordinary pieces, including this sculptural ring.
18k white gold and grey/blue Baroque pearl ring, Price Upon Request at Melanie Georgacopoulos

**WATER**

Mizuki Goltz is an award-winning designer who started her line with artist Alan Goltz in 1996. Mizuki “strives to let the pieces move, flow, and breathe with the body.” Each piece projects an ultra-modern aesthetic pearl devotees will fall in love with.
14k gold, diamond and Baroque “Sea of Beauty Collection” cuff, $1,950 at Mizuki
*This item is sold out

Editor: Samantha Durbin

Market Editor: Johannah Masters

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