Especially in the beginning when I took over the business here 20 years ago. Back then, we even had something called Pearl Days, where our pearl seller would come by with all her pearl necklaces, and there were probably over a thousand pieces to choose from.
After that, pearl necklaces took a bit of a dip, and there was a long gap between our sales of pearl necklaces, as they seemed to appeal mostly to an older audience.
Today, thankfully, pearl necklaces have made a comeback in all their glory and are sold to women of all ages.
What is a Genuine Pearl Necklace?
Well, there can be many answers to that. As a starting point, I would say that a genuine pearl necklace consists of pearls that have, at the very least, come into contact with a mollusk.
Almost all pearls today are cultivated, where a small foreign object is inserted into the mollusk. To protect itself, the mollusk coats this object with nacre, thus transforming it into a beautiful pearl.
The idea of diving down to the ocean floor, picking up a mollusk, and discovering a stunning round pearl inside is now a thing of the past.
Most pearls are also dyed to achieve the desired effect for their intended purpose.
This can be seen in the picture above, where the pearl necklace is adorned with the most fantastic colors, creating an incredibly beautiful play of light. It can be combined with almost anything, or perhaps just a black or white outfit.
A Shift in Pearl Necklace Trends
Where, in the past—specifically 20 years ago—we always sold a standard pearl necklace with the same type of pearls all around, either freshwater or cultured pearls, today we see much more creativity with pearls.
They are now combined in various shapes and colors, and often adorned with gemstones or gold beads between the pearls, making them much more unique and modern.
In the picture above, you can see a pearl necklace from our own workshop, featuring a combination of several shapes and sizes.
When you choose a pearl necklace from us, each piece is uniquely crafted, ensuring that no two pearl necklaces are exactly alike.

Most pearl necklaces today come standard with a simple spring clasp or lobster clasp at the back, allowing the pearls to take center stage while keeping prices down.
However, there is still the option to purchase a beautiful jewelry clasp, like the one shown in the image above, crafted in 14kt gold and adorned with genuine diamonds.
Alternatively, you might consider a pearl clasp from the well-known Danish company Per Borup, or a connection clasp that allows you to attach various pearl necklaces to it.
If you’re looking for a pearl clasp that is easy to open, I highly recommend a magnetic clasp, which can be effortlessly pulled apart, making it convenient if you have slightly less dexterous fingers.
