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Wow, KaySD! That is truly stunning on you...such a brilliant idea! Thanks for posting pics too. I love the look of layered pearls, so very Jackie O and Audrey Hepburn-like!

Thanks all for your kind comments! I'm overall happy with my purchase even though they aren't like perfectly round Akoya, I liked the idea of freshwaters lasting for a lifetime if properly taken of. You all have greatly helped me in my decisions. :)

That is a brilliant idea, KaySD! I think I may request that! I have never thought of stringing two strands together to make a double strand. The overtones are different but very, very subtle.

Just wanted to show a few neck shots as well! Sorry for huge pics... 7.5-8.0 mm 16" rose 8.5-9.0 mm 16" silver rose

Yes exactly! I am happy with the lustre and roundness in person. :)

Hmm I am a bit worried now I got a bad batch! Lol...but I swear I keep looking at it in person and they mostly look round! It must be an illusion of the eye. But I totally see the off-roundness in the pics.

Thanks for the advice, Pearl Dreams! Will try that next time!

Its funny looking at the pics now so large I really notice that certain pearls are off-round...but I never even noticed when I tried them on! Except for the one pearl in 8.5-9.0 mm strand...

Okay I will post some pictures I have anyway! I wasn't happy with how they came out..sorry I don't own a good phone or camera! Also not sure on what I'm doing in posting pictures..hopefully they come out okay! 7.5-8.0 mm (rose overtone) 8.5-9.0 mm (silver rose overtone)

Hello all! Just wanted to update you on the pearls..sorry to take so long! Unfortunately no pics yet...I received both strands, both beautiful in their own way! I decided I couldn't just pick one! Heh...I thought the 7.5-8.0 mm was perfect for everyday, but I decided I would prefer it in a...

Worst case scenario, I end up keeping both! :p For the 8.5-9.0 mm strand, I ordered a silver rose overtone, and for the 7.5-8.0 mm, I ordered a rose overtone. Both in 16", though I have to agree I also like the look of a longer strand for smaller pearls. Perhaps if I decided to keep both, I...

Hanadama, yes I think we definitely do have similar taste! Thanks for sharing some of your favorite pearls! I will definitely share photos when they arrive.

Okay so after much deliberation and anxious nail-biting I pulled the trigger on the 8.5-9.0 mm freshadama necklace and earrings! Can't wait for everything to arrive...will update when it comes! Thanks all for your help and warm welcome. =)

Amti, that's a great idea! Thanks for the thought!

I totally agree, CathyKeshi! And I too really hate returning, I can't help but feel guilty...but I just don't want to regret my purchase! I am also a horrible perfectionist, I'm not really into astrology but I am a Virgo after all.... =)

Oh my, so many stunning pictures of pearls! Thanks for sharing the pics of your pearls and DIL, they are absolutely beautiful! And I agree, the size and color is perfect for her.

Oh wow, that's a beautiful necklace! I like the size and color. My skin tone is quite fair as well. Is that the 8.5.-9.0 mm?

Pearl Dreams, do you have any overtone preference? I ordered a rose overtone, but now thinking I should order the silver rose in the larger size as well for comparison. Decisions, decisions...

I was actually debating ordering the larger strand and then sending back the one I wasn't totally in love with. I am frantically biting my nails this very moment!

Thanks everyone! Still learning how to use this board. =) CathyKeshi, I normally go for classic understated jewelry, and neutral clothing colors like black, beige, ivory. I absolutely love pearls but I can't help but feel wearing larger pearls in the 8-9mm range feel like its wearing me, not...