big, bold pearls on statement earrings and beaded styles too. Princess Kate is often seen in her go-to pair of Annoushka pearl earrings, whether to a glitzy red carpet event or an informal royal ...

And the size is Goldilocks-like perfect too—not too big and not too small ... $98 at Mejuri No one will confuse this modern set of pearl earrings for a pair passed down from your grandmother.

The Princess of Wales opted for her signature pearls, paired with a velvet hair bow, for the VE Day 80th anniversary concert ...

"I recommend them in earrings and necklaces, which receive less wear and tear, over rings and bracelets," Wegman said. "If you purchase a pearl ring, be sure to select a style that properly ...

My top pick is this classy but not too haughty pair of 14K yellow gold pearl earrings. They’re simple enough to wear casually but nice enough to make any outfit a bit more dressed up ...