Pearl Guide

How to Care for Pearls: Cleaning, Storage & Do's and Don'ts
How to care for pearls so they last generations: the 'last on, first off' rule, gentle cleaning, safe storage, and what to avoid. Care guide from our Montréal studio. Read more...
Are Akoya Pearls Worth It? An Honest Breakdown
Are Akoya pearls worth the money? We break down luster, durability, resale, and who should (and shouldn't) buy them — an honest take from our Montréal pearl studio. Read more...
Pearl Necklace Length Guide: Choker to Opera
Pearl necklace lengths explained in inches — collar, choker, princess (18 in.), matinee, opera and rope. See where each sits and which to choose. Montréal pearl studio. Read more...
What Size Pearl Necklace Should I Buy? (Pearl Size Guide)
What pearl size to buy: 6–7mm reads delicate, 7–8mm is the everyday classic, 9mm+ makes a statement. A simple mm-by-mm guide from our Montréal pearl studio. Read more...
Akoya vs Freshwater Pearls: Which Should You Buy?
Akoya vs freshwater pearls compared — luster, shape, size, durability and price. A clear, no-jargon guide to choosing the right pearl, from our Montréal studio. Read more...
How to Tell If Pearls Are Real: 7 At-Home Tests
Learn how to tell if pearls are real with 7 simple at-home tests — the tooth test, temperature, weight, surface and more. A clear guide from our Montréal pearl studio. Read more...