The pearl necklace has long been a symbol of conservative style. Often associated with matriarchs of the Upper East Side or ‘pearl clutching’ housewives of the 1950s, this little white, round gem was ...

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Every item on this page was chosen by an ELLE editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. Long a symbol of class, elegance, and royalty, pearls have been a luxury fashion ...

Pearls remain one of the most enduring signatures of royal style. Worn by generations of the Windsor family, pearl jewelry appears at state ceremonies, national services, and racing events alike.