Dark gray oxidized sterling round beads, graduated in size, connect the pearl cluster to antique silver plated textured rings about 15 mm in diameter. The artisan dyed black silk ribbon is a lovely compliment to the darker bronze pearls which have subtle variations in tone as these pearls have been treated with an antique finish after the freshwater pearls were dyed. The finished piece will work beautifully with a range of black and brown business wear or for a sharp contrast, could be paired with a white or bright shirt.
See notes below about different ways to wear this WillOaks Studio original design.
Edition size is 10, there is 1 left! Designed on 9-2011.
Notes about WillOaks Studio Pearl Bib Necklaces:
I began to develop this bib design structure for pearls a couple of years ago. Earlier versions used silver chain, crocheted silk chain, and beaded "chains" to hold this multistrand cluster of pearls.
About this time last year, I discovered and began to use artisan dyed handmade silk ribbons to secure them. I love this approach because the "cluster" can be beautifully worn at different lengths from a high choker to a longer opera length. Since the handmade ribbons are around 40" long, when used double and tied in a knot or a bow, there are many different looks that can be achieved with these pieces. To describe each piece, I include:
-color
-pearl size
-length of the pearl cluster structure measured from ring to ring
-other materials used
-edition size.
Because pearls are a natural, variable material and dye lots will vary I often cannot get more of these pearl lots. So when they are sold out, the edition is usually complete.
The range of uses for these pieces is really exciting. Some examples include formal wear with a bow in the back over a sleeveless gown; with a bow tied on the side with a semi-formal top; as a kind of ascot under a blouse or button down shirt, peeking from between collar; tied long and loose over a turtleneck sweater and worn with jeans.
I've been a huge fan of pearls for many years so I don't think they need to be saved just for formal wear (although they are certainly perfect worn this way!) I love them with business suits, with dresses or with a blouse and jeans. And my bib design can be adjusted to handle different necklines so has the versatility to move from the board room to the dance floor! Enjoy!!
I am always hunting for new pearl colors and sizes so check back regularly!
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