Pearls Singapore: How to Choose Jewellery for Everyday Wear
For daily wear in Singapore, pearl studs or a single necklace are the easiest place to start. Wipe them after every wear. Humidity and strong equatorial sun are hard on pearl lustre, so how you wear and store them matters as much as which pearl you buy. Why Pearl Type Matters in Singapore's Climate Cultured pearls come in four main types: Akoya, freshwater, South Sea and Tahitian. Nacre is the layer that carries the lustre, and its thickness differs from type to type, which is why a thicker-nacred pearl is the safer pick for something you'll put on every morning. Ask any jeweller about nacre thickness before you buy. A thin coat tends to look flat sooner in a warm, damp climate, and that's the main reason we'd keep freshwater strands for occasional outings. Daily Care: Wipe After Every Wear Once you're home, wipe each piece gently with a soft, damp cloth. Perspiration, perfume and cosmetics come off before they settle into the surface. Never soak pearls. Ultrasonic ...