Are black pearls real pearls?

Yes, some black pearls are real pearls. Genuine black pearls typically come from Tahiti, sourced from black-lip pearl oysters. Some jewelry features synthetic black pearls created in laboratories. Explore a selection of black pearl jewelry from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between a dress and a cocktail dress?

The difference between a dress and a cocktail dress is mainly the specificity of the term. A dress is any garment that has a bodice attached to a skirt. The term cocktail dress refers to a dress designed for events in the late afternoon and early evening. Many feature hemlines that fall between the knee and calf. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of cocktail dresses from some of the world's top boutiques.

Should you wear pearl earrings with a pearl necklace?

There isn't a hard-and-fast rule about whether you should wear pearl earrings with a pearl necklace. While pearl earrings can complement a pearl necklace, you're free to mix and match pieces as you see fit. For example, you might join a multi-strand statement necklace with a pair of simple gold hoops or diamond studs. A dramatic gemstone necklace can be balanced with a pair of understated pearl button earrings. On 1stDibs, shop a large assortment of pearl jewelry.

Is there a fake pearl?

Yes, there is a fake pearl. In fact, many materials can be used to make faux pearls, such as glass, plastic, mollusk shells, alabaster, bone and stone. These alternate materials typically feel smooth, and their texture sets them apart from real pearls, which have a slightly gritty or rough surface. If you'd like help determining whether a piece of jewelry has real or fake pearls, seek the opinion of an experienced jeweler or certified appraiser. Shop a large collection of pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.

Are there freshwater pearls?

Yes, there are freshwater pearls. Certain species of pearl-producing mollusks do live in bodies of freshwater. Among them are Hyriopsis cumingi and Hyriopsis schlegeli. Most freshwater pearls come from the United States and Japan. Shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.

What is a pearl clasp?

A pearl clasp is an opening and closing device that holds a necklace together - in this case, a pearl necklace. The clasp works by hooking one end of the necklace into the other end and locking in place. Shop a collection of expertly vetted jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a coin pearl?

Coin pearls are a type of flat rounded pearls that are almost coin shaped. They can be worn casually or as an elegant accessory. There is a range of pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.

Where are pearl earrings from?

No one knows for sure where pearl earrings originated, but scholars have determined that they date back to ancient times. According to surviving records, the ancient Chinese often presented members of royal families with pearls as gifts. During the 1st century B.C., Julius Caesar passed a law stating that only members of the ruling class could wear pearl jewelry. Shop a large collection of pearl earrings on 1stDibs.

What are Mikimoto pearls?

Mikimoto pearls are cultured pearls sourced from Akoya oysters located in the waters off the shores of Honshu, Japan, by the jewelry house of Mikimoto. Cultured pearls are genuine pearls produced with human assistance to encourage production and promote the development of a more attractive product. Find a variety of Mikimoto pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.

Why are pearls so special?

Pearls are so special because they are rare in nature. They form only when something gets inside an oyster or mussel and causes irritation. The mollusk then secretes substances similar to those found on its shell. These harden around the foreign body to create a pearl. Only about one out of every 10,000 wild oysters will ever make a single pearl, and the vast majority of the pearls that occur naturally are too small to use in jewelry. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of pearl jewelry.

What is the difference between a bodycon dress and a bandage dress?

The difference between a bodycon dress and a bandage dress is construction. A bodycon dress is any stretchy dress cut to hug the curves of the wearer. Bandage dresses are bodycon dresses that look as if they consist of strips of fabric sewn together. Find a range of bodycon dresses on 1stDibs.

What is a rayon dress?

Rayon is a fabric produced from regenerated cellulose fiber and is used to make dresses. It's made from cellulose, which is a semi-synthetic material. It has a comparable drape and softness like silk. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns from top fashion designers.

What is an A-line dress?

An A-line dress is a dress with a certain shape or cut. Specifically, dresses considered to be A-line styles fit closely along the bust and then gently flare outward for a flowier fit through the waist and hips all the way to the hem. The name of the style comes from the fact that A-line dresses show off a triangular shape similar to the letter A when hung on a hanger. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of dresses from some of the world's top boutiques.

A mod dress is a style of dress that originated along with the mod subculture in London — a culture with roots in 1950s' bohemian-style coffee bars where jazz and blues were played on jukeboxes. Later, during the 1960s, mods were generally fashion-conscious teenagers living in London and south England who listened to these types of music as well as R&B. Mod dresses were among the garments worn by mods, and they were colorful and were embellished by interesting patterns and designs. Mod dresses were made with a short hem. A range of mod dresses by Mary Quant, Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent and others can be found on 1stDibs.

What are swing dresses?

A swing dress is a dress with an a-line shape that tends to flow as one moves. Swing dresses hit peak popularity in the 1950s.

What is a couture dress?

A couture dress is hand-sewn using the best materials and designed specifically for the wearer so that the piece is one-of-a-kind. Because these dresses use such high quality materials and take hundreds of hours to complete, they can be expensive. Find a variety of couture dresses on 1stDibs.

What is a wiggle dress?

A wiggle dress is a dress that falls just below the knee and has a hemline that is narrower than your waist. It is a figure-hugging dress that might add some pep to your walk, resulting in a “wiggle” in your hip. Wiggle dresses came about in the 1950s. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns from top fashion boutiques around the world.

What is a chiffon dress?

Chiffon is a light and sheer material that's typically made of silk, nylon or rayon. It's often used for lingerie and formalwear.

What is a dress ring?

A dress ring is any ring that is not a wedding or an engagement ring. They can add charm to any formal or semi-formal outfit. Dress rings can be made of gold, silver, and more and can be studded with precious or semi-precious stones for added visual flair. Shop a collection of vintage and modern dress rings from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.

What is a dressing chair?

A dressing chair may refer to the stool or short seat that is intended to accompany a vanity table. Vanities been variously known as dressing tables or makeup tables over the years, but no matter what we call them — and whether it's a sophisticated contemporary piece or an iconic vintage Luigi Massoni vanity — vanities have offered a special place for us to get ready for work, an early-morning appointment or lunch date or whatever lies ahead. Find your vintage dressing chair or vanity table on 1stDibs.

Dress With Pearls

Roberto Cavalli Black Dress

Caftan Dresses

Mother Of Pearl Buttons

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21st Century and Contemporary American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Joanna Mastroianni Black Sleeveless Pearl Beaded Dress with Feathers

$650

A French Flapper Dress in Veil Embroidered with Pearls Circa 1925

Located in Toulon, FR

in sequins and tubular silver and iridescent pearls. Without under dress. Label indicating Made in

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1920s French Evening Dresses

A French Flapper Dress in Veil Embroidered with Pearls Circa 1925

$2,087

Evening dress in muslin embroidered with pearls and sequins, Haute Couture

Located in Toulon, FR

Orientalist style of black chiffon richly embroidered with pearls, sequins and golden threads. Straight cut

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1920s French Evening Dresses

Evening dress in muslin embroidered with pearls and sequins, Haute Couture

$2,999

Chanel New CC Jewel Pearl Belt Black Tweed Dress

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, AE

New Chanel black tweed dress with CC Logo Charm jewel pearl belt : from Runway of 2012 Spring

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2010s Cocktail Dresses

Chanel New CC Jewel Pearl Belt Black Tweed Dress

$2,339

A French Evening or Party Dress Embroidered With Pearls sequins Circa 1980

Located in Toulon, FR

dress with a slit on the back is fully embroidered with golden cylindrical paillons and cultured pearls

Category

1980s French Evening Dresses

A French Evening or Party Dress Embroidered With Pearls sequins Circa 1980

$1,259

Cavalli Feather Long Orange Tulle Dress

By Cavalli

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Cavalli - Long orange tulle dress embroidered with pearls, sequins, and golden threads. It is also

Category

2010s Maxi Dress

Cavalli Feather Long Orange Tulle Dress

$4,559

Chanel 2009 Black Jersey Cocktail Dress with Attached Pearl self Belt Size 38

By Chanel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Chanel cocktail dress is available for viewing at our Beverly Hills Boutique. The dress is

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21st Century and Contemporary French Cocktail Dresses

Chanel 2009 Black Jersey Cocktail Dress with Attached Pearl self Belt Size 38

$1,695

Zandra Rhodes Hand-Painted 100% Silk Chiffon Dress Embellished w/Pearls

By Zandra Rhodes

Located in Studio City, CA

Zandra Rhodes navy blue hand-painted drop-waisted dress with decorative panels and embroidered

Category

Late 20th Century British Evening Dresses and Gowns

Zandra Rhodes Hand-Painted 100% Silk Chiffon Dress Embellished w/Pearls

$1,250

Chloe by Stella McCartney Vintage Runway Ombre Silk Dress w/ Pearl Necklace

By Chloé

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rare Chloe by Stella McCartney Fall 2001 sleeveless, cowl neck ombre silk bias cut dress. Neckline

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses

Chloe by Stella McCartney Vintage Runway Ombre Silk Dress w/ Pearl Necklace

$2,200

CHANEL black sheer silk tunic with pearls

By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

2004 CHANEL black silk tunic with pearls fastener on both side. marked size: 40 Bust: 34"/ Waist

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21st Century and Contemporary French Evening Dresses and Gowns

CHANEL black sheer silk tunic with pearls

$2,100

Bob Mackie Ivory Sequin, Pearls Nude Stretch Net Thigh High Slit Dress, 1980s

By Bob Mackie

Located in Boca Raton, FL

. The dress is further adorned with faux pearls at the collar, sleeves, down the front of the bodice

Category

1980s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

Bob Mackie Ivory Sequin, Pearls Nude Stretch Net Thigh High Slit Dress, 1980s

$3,500

Wedding Dress Cailan d Ivory Silk Pearl and Sequins Pompous Italian 1980s

Located in Brindisi, Bt

Cailan'd vintage wedding dress with short sleeves pearl and sequins whit floral motifs, has a long

Category

1980s Italian Wedding Dresses

Wedding Dress Cailan d Ivory Silk Pearl and Sequins Pompous Italian 1980s

$899

Chloe Karl Lagerfeld Boteh Dress High Neck Lace Inset, 1981

By Chloé

Located in Boca Raton, FL

elastic. At the centre back neck, the dress closes with a series of pearl buttons on the lace. In

Category

1980s French Day Dresses

Chloe Karl Lagerfeld Boteh Dress High Neck Lace Inset, 1981

$1,700

1980 Bill Blass Pink Silk Organza Mini Dress W/Chunky Pearl Strands Bow

By Bill Blass

Located in Gresham, OR

1980s Bill Blass bias-cut pink silk organza trapeze mini dress with chunky pearl strands and silk

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

1980 Bill Blass Pink Silk Organza Mini Dress W/Chunky Pearl Strands Bow

$1,200

Missoni Knitted Pastel Pink Gown with Mother of Pearl Accent - 8

By Missoni

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Missoni Knitted Pastel Pink Gown with Mother of Pearl Accent - 8. This gown is in excellent

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Formal Gowns

Missoni Knitted Pastel Pink Gown with Mother of Pearl Accent - 8

$975

1990S RALPH RUCCI Pearl White Silk Faille Gown With Fully Sequin Beaded Center

By Ralph Rucci

Located in New York, NY

1990S RALPH RUCCI Pearl White Silk Faille Gown With Fully Sequin Beaded Center Front Panel

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1990s Formal Gowns

1990S RALPH RUCCI Pearl White Silk Faille Gown With Fully Sequin Beaded Center

$1,288

Versace Long Transparent Evening Dress

By Versace

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Versace - (Made in Italy) Long transparent dress embroidered with sequins and pearls. 40IT size

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses

Versace Long Transparent Evening Dress

$2,159

Christian Dior Transparent Black Dress

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Dior - (Made in Italy) Transparent black dress embroidered with sequins and costume pearls. No size

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses

Christian Dior Transparent Black Dress

$2,159

Giorgio Armani 3 piece Beaded Top and Pearl Vest with Silk Jacquard Pant, 1990s

By Giorgio Armani

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Pearl Vest: Bust: 32 inches/ Top length: 18 inches Crystal Top: Bust: 34 inches/ top length: 15” Perfect

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Giorgio Armani 3 piece Beaded Top and Pearl Vest with Silk Jacquard Pant, 1990s

$9,800

1960s Bill Blass Creme Crushed Velvet Maxi Dress with matching Coat

By Bill Blass, Bill Blass for Maurice Rentner

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

embellished with faux pearls and rhinestones. Dress comes with matching evening maxi coat. Dress measurement

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1960s American Wedding Dresses

1960s Bill Blass Creme Crushed Velvet Maxi Dress with matching Coat

$2,750

Balmain dress Zodiac

By Balmain

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

BALMAIN - Black silk dress sewn with pearls and sequins representing star signs. Composition and

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2010s Cocktail Dresses

Balmain dress Zodiac

$4,199

Grace Kelly Style 1950s White Lace Bridal Gown With Pearl Buttons

Located in London, GB

from Grace Kelly's famous dress, worn during her wedding to Prince Rainier III of Monaco in 1956

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1950s British Vintage Bridal Gowns

Grace Kelly Style 1950s White Lace Bridal Gown With Pearl Buttons

$1,400

Escada Long Red Silk Dress Couture

By Escada, Escada Margaretha Ley

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Escada - Long red silk dress, bodice embroidered with trimmings, pearls, and sequins. No size

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1990s Evening Gowns

Escada Long Red Silk Dress Couture

$2,159

1990s Fendi Maglia Green Net Dress NWOT

By Fendi

Located in Capri, IT

1990s Fendi Maglia Green Net Dress with green beads/small pearls Size: italian size range 42

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1990s Fendi Maglia Green Net Dress NWOT

$215

1950s Emma Domb Black and Pink Tulle Party Dress

By Emma Domb

Located in San Francisco, CA

1950s Emma Domb Black and Pink Tulle Party Dress. Ruffled tulle bodice embellished with pearls

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1950s Evening Dresses

1950s Emma Domb Black and Pink Tulle Party Dress

$475

Oscar De La Renta Paisley Lame Cocktail Dress

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Wallkill, NY

Shimming in this Lame Oscar De La Renta Cocktail dress Trimmed with Ric Rack and pearls at the

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1970s Cocktail Dresses

Oscar De La Renta Paisley Lame Cocktail Dress

$875

Portrait of a Lady in a White Dress, Henry Whatt, Regency Period oil painting

By Henry Wyatt

Located in London, GB

Portrait of a Lady in a White Dress with Pearl Jewellery Follower of Henry Whatt Titan Fine Art

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19th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Portrait of a Lady in a White Dress, Henry Whatt, Regency Period oil painting, circa 1820

$4,335

White and Yellow Gold with Pearl Tuxedo Cufflinks and Shirt Stud Dress Set

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1930 14K White and Yellow Gold Tuxedo Dress Set comprising of a pair of Cufflinks and 4 shirt

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Cufflinks

Materials

Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

White and Yellow Gold with Pearl Tuxedo Cufflinks and Shirt Stud Dress Set

$895

Tiffany Co Art Deco Cufflink Dress Set in 14K Gold Platinum with Seed Pearls

By Tiffany Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A very fine Tiffany & Co. Art Deco period dress set. Comprising a pair of cufflinks, 4 shirt

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Cufflinks

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum

Tiffany Co Art Deco Cufflink Dress Set in 14K Gold Platinum with Seed Pearls

$2,950

Art Deco 14 Karat Gold, Mother of Pearl and Seed Pearl Cufflink and Dress Set

By Carrington Co

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine, complete Art Deco 14k gold dress set with mother-of-pearl and seed pearls. Comprised of a

Category

20th Century American Art Deco Cufflinks

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Art Deco 14 Karat Gold, Mother of Pearl and Seed Pearl Cufflink and Dress Set

$1,500

Chanel Chiffon Dress Pearl Straps and Buttons Madonna

By Chanel

Located in US

Vintage Chanel Ruched Silk Chiffon Dress / Top with Pearl Straps and Buttons. Built in bodice

Category

Late 20th Century French Blouses

Chanel Chiffon Dress Pearl Straps and Buttons Madonna

$2,600

Art Deco 14 kt. gold and Platinum cufflinks dress set with mother of pearl

Located in Braintree, GB

Antique Art Deco 14 kt. Yellow gold and 850. Platinum cufflinks dress set with mother of pearl

Category

Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Cufflinks

Materials

Gold, Platinum

Art Deco 14 kt. gold and Platinum cufflinks dress set with mother of pearl

$2,057

English 18th century portrait of Elizabeth Bellenden with a spaniel

By John Vanderbank

Located in Bath, Somerset

trimmed with jewels, her hair dressed with pearls, standing on a classical terrace of a country estate

Category

Early 18th Century English School Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

John Vanderbank
English 18th century portrait of Elizabeth Bellenden with a spaniel, circa 1735

$19,820

Triple Strand Akoya Pearl Necklace with 14K Yellow Gold Opal Clasp

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Necklace. The hand-strung Pearls range in size from 3.5 mm to 8.25mm. The Pearls are dressed with a

Category

Vintage 1950s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Triple Strand Akoya Pearl Necklace with 14K Yellow Gold Opal Clasp

$2,000

Lustrous Akoya Pearl Diamond 14K Gold Earrings

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

dressed with six lustrous AAA Akoya Pearls and a Pave Diamond flare on an 14K Yellow Gold swirl frame

Category

2010s American Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lustrous Akoya Pearl Diamond 14K Gold Earrings

$395

Luise Coral Pearl Ebony Sapphire Silver Diamond Gold Moretti Earrings

Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)

earrings and a gold dress with a pearl at the end. The hat is covered in crusted diamonds and blue

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Retro Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Luise Coral Pearl Ebony Sapphire Silver Diamond Gold Moretti Earrings

$1,679

Antique American School Woman Portrait "Trying the Pearls" Original Oil Painting

Located in Buffalo, NY

Antique American painting of woman getting dressed with a pearl necklace. Oil on canvas, circa

Category

1920s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique American School Woman Portrait "Trying the Pearls" Original Oil Painting, 1920

$746

Semi-Precious and Gold Lariat Necklace with Multi Gemstone Diamond Tassel

By Marina J.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

. It is topped by a large baroque pearl, dressed with a silver and diamond rondelle and decorated with

Category

2010s American Artist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, Peridot, Quartz, 14k Gold, Gold, Whit...

Semi-Precious and Gold Lariat Necklace with Multi Gemstone Diamond Tassel

$1,150

1981 Pastel - A Lady And Her Dachshunds

Located in Corsham, GB

green dress and pearls with her two beloved dogs on her lap. The artist has signed illegibly and dated

Category

1980s Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pastel

1981 Pastel - A Lady And Her Dachshunds, 1981

$771

John Horsburgh (1835-1924) - Signed 1877 English Oil, Portrait of a Lady

By John Horsburgh

Located in Corsham, GB

. The sitter is seen wearing a delicate white dress and pearl earrings, with a basket of flowers in her

Category

1870s Victorian Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

John Horsburgh
John Horsburgh (1835-1924) - Signed 1877 English Oil, Portrait of a Lady, 1877

$1,665

17th century Dutch Portrait Painting of a Lady seated in a landscape

Located in Bath, Somerset

Portrait of a lady, seated on an ornamental garden terrace, wearing a russet coloured dress adorned

Category

17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Caspar Netscher
17th century Dutch Portrait Painting of a Lady seated in a landscape, c.1680

$12,112

18th Century Pair British Monarch Portrait Oil Paintings Gilt Frames

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

dress set with Precious Stones Pearls a Pearl necklace and earrings (a pair) oil on canvas 68 x 55 each

Category

Early 18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

18th Century Pair British Monarch Portrait Oil Paintings Gilt Frames, 18th Century

$8,237

Portrait of Lady Tufton Wray (1667-1712), Antique oil on canvas painting, Large

Located in London, GB

youthful sitter. Lady Wray is wearing a white satin dress with a pearl clasp on the sleeve, and her body

Category

1680s Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Herman Verelst
Portrait of Lady Tufton Wray (1667-1712), Antique oil on canvas painting, Large, circa 1685

$29,248

MORTON MYLES Coral Dress with Pearl Sleeves

By Morton Myles

Located in Brooklyn, NY

MORTON MYLES Coral Dress with Pearl Sleeves The perfect little pink dress! Please don't

Category

1980s Cocktail Dresses

MORTON MYLES Coral Dress with Pearl Sleeves

$135

Wunderkind Silk pleated sleeveless dress with pearl buttons

Located in Berlin, DE

Wunderkind Silk pleated sleeveless dress with pearl buttons, There are small discoloration marks on

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Aesthetic Day Dresses

Wunderkind Silk pleated sleeveless dress with pearl buttons

$600

Lanvin Black Satin Cocktail Dress with Pearls and Chains

By Lanvin Paris

Located in Toronto, ON

Lanvin Black Satin Cocktail Dress with Pearls and Chains. 2012 Anniversary Dix Ans label to

Category

2010s French Cocktail Dresses

Lanvin Black Satin Cocktail Dress with Pearls and Chains

$625

CHANEL Midnight (Navy) Fantasy Tweed Dress With Pearl Trim 34 2

By Chanel

Located in New York City, NY

CHANEL midnight (navy) Fantasy Tweed dress with pearl trim. This exquisite dress features a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Babydoll Day Dresses

CHANEL Midnight (Navy) Fantasy Tweed Dress With Pearl Trim 34 2

Donald Brooks Cocktail Dress with Pearl Detailing, 1960s

By Donald Brooks

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage cocktail dress from Donald Brooks dates to the 1960's and is made of black wool crepe and

Category

1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Donald Brooks Cocktail Dress with Pearl Detailing, 1960s

$950

2012 Chanel Pale Pink Summer Dress With Pearl Buttons

By Chanel

Located in London, Chelsea

Chanel Pale Pink Summer Dress. This flirty cotton-blend dress by Chanel was part of the 2012 Spring

Category

2010s French Casual Dresses

2012 Chanel Pale Pink Summer Dress With Pearl Buttons

$1,376

Gucci garden silk pleats dress with pearl button and truffle detail

By Gucci

Located in Toronto, CA

Indulge in the epitome of luxury and style with the Gucci Sleeveless Silk Dress. This exquisite

Category

2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Gucci garden silk pleats dress with pearl button and truffle detail

$2,900

Chanel Runway and Campaign Sheer Knitted Dress With Pearl Embellishment - 1995

By Chanel

Located in London, Chelsea

Important Chanel Knitted Sheer Maxi Dress. This fabulous piece for designed for the Spring/Summer

Category

1990s Italian Evening Dresses

Chanel Runway and Campaign Sheer Knitted Dress With Pearl Embellishment - 1995

$3,441

New JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Black silk pearl cowl neckline dress

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Newport Beach, CA

New JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Black silk dress with pearl strand cowl neckline. Inside neckline chiffon

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

New JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Black silk pearl cowl neckline dress

$550

Gucci Dress

By Gucci, Alessandro Michele

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Gorgeous silk lined baby pink Gucci dress with pearl and diamante buttons and frill detailing at

Category

2010s Italian Mini Dresses

Gucci Dress

$1,200

Badgley Mischka Ivory Jersey Off-Shoulder Embellished Midi Dress L

By Badgley Mischka

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This stylish ivory dress with pearl embellishment exudes elegance and sophistication. Its

Category

2010s Italian Day Dresses

Badgley Mischka Ivory Jersey Off-Shoulder Embellished Midi Dress L

$630

Chanel Red Suede Fringed Tweed Sleeveless Short Dress L

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

length create a chic and versatile ensemble for any special occasion. Style the dress with pearl jewelry

Category

2010s Italian Day Dresses

Chanel Red Suede Fringed Tweed Sleeveless Short Dress L

$920

Badgley Mischka Ivory Jersey Off-Shoulder Embellished Midi Dress L

By Badgley Mischka

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This stylish ivory dress with pearl embellishment exudes elegance and sophistication. Its

Category

2010s Italian Evening Dresses

Badgley Mischka Ivory Jersey Off-Shoulder Embellished Midi Dress L

$630

Moschino little black dress with attached pearl necklace

By Moschino

Located in Cloverdale, CA

Moschino little black dress with attached pearl necklace

Category

1990s Day Dresses

Moschino little black dress with attached pearl necklace

$300

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Dress With Pearls For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our collection of dress with pearls. For dress with pearls, Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Gray, Beige, Brown and more in stock now. If you’re looking for accessories from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find some that date back to the 20th Century while other versions may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Dress with pearls such as these have likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Chanel, Zandra Rhodes and Karl Lagerfeld are consistently popular. Finding accessories for sale for women should be easy, but there are 1 pieces available to browse for men as well as unisex, too.

How Much are Dress With Pearls?

On average, dress with pearls on 1stDibs sell for $1,200, while they’re typically $175 on the low end and $9,800 for the highest priced versions of these items.

Questions About Dress With Pearls

Are black pearls real pearls?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
Yes, some black pearls are real pearls. Genuine black pearls typically come from Tahiti, sourced from black-lip pearl oysters. Some jewelry features synthetic black pearls created in laboratories. Explore a selection of black pearl jewelry from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a dress and a cocktail dress?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
The difference between a dress and a cocktail dress is mainly the specificity of the term. A dress is any garment that has a bodice attached to a skirt. The term cocktail dress refers to a dress designed for events in the late afternoon and early evening. Many feature hemlines that fall between the knee and calf. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of cocktail dresses from some of the world's top boutiques.
Should you wear pearl earrings with a pearl necklace?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
There isn't a hard-and-fast rule about whether you should wear pearl earrings with a pearl necklace. While pearl earrings can complement a pearl necklace, you're free to mix and match pieces as you see fit. For example, you might join a multi-strand statement necklace with a pair of simple gold hoops or diamond studs. A dramatic gemstone necklace can be balanced with a pair of understated pearl button earrings. On 1stDibs, shop a large assortment of pearl jewelry.
Is there a fake pearl?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
Yes, there is a fake pearl. In fact, many materials can be used to make faux pearls, such as glass, plastic, mollusk shells, alabaster, bone and stone. These alternate materials typically feel smooth, and their texture sets them apart from real pearls, which have a slightly gritty or rough surface. If you'd like help determining whether a piece of jewelry has real or fake pearls, seek the opinion of an experienced jeweler or certified appraiser. Shop a large collection of pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
Are there freshwater pearls?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
Yes, there are freshwater pearls. Certain species of pearl-producing mollusks do live in bodies of freshwater. Among them are Hyriopsis cumingi and Hyriopsis schlegeli. Most freshwater pearls come from the United States and Japan. Shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
What is a pearl clasp?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A pearl clasp is an opening and closing device that holds a necklace together - in this case, a pearl necklace. The clasp works by hooking one end of the necklace into the other end and locking in place. Shop a collection of expertly vetted jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a coin pearl?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
Coin pearls are a type of flat rounded pearls that are almost coin shaped. They can be worn casually or as an elegant accessory. There is a range of pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
Where are pearl earrings from?
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1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
No one knows for sure where pearl earrings originated, but scholars have determined that they date back to ancient times. According to surviving records, the ancient Chinese often presented members of royal families with pearls as gifts. During the 1st century B.C., Julius Caesar passed a law stating that only members of the ruling class could wear pearl jewelry. Shop a large collection of pearl earrings on 1stDibs.
What are Mikimoto pearls?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Mikimoto pearls are cultured pearls sourced from Akoya oysters located in the waters off the shores of Honshu, Japan, by the jewelry house of Mikimoto. Cultured pearls are genuine pearls produced with human assistance to encourage production and promote the development of a more attractive product. Find a variety of Mikimoto pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
Why are pearls so special?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
Pearls are so special because they are rare in nature. They form only when something gets inside an oyster or mussel and causes irritation. The mollusk then secretes substances similar to those found on its shell. These harden around the foreign body to create a pearl. Only about one out of every 10,000 wild oysters will ever make a single pearl, and the vast majority of the pearls that occur naturally are too small to use in jewelry. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of pearl jewelry.
What is the difference between a bodycon dress and a bandage dress?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
The difference between a bodycon dress and a bandage dress is construction. A bodycon dress is any stretchy dress cut to hug the curves of the wearer. Bandage dresses are bodycon dresses that look as if they consist of strips of fabric sewn together. Find a range of bodycon dresses on 1stDibs.
What is a rayon dress?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
Rayon is a fabric produced from regenerated cellulose fiber and is used to make dresses. It's made from cellulose, which is a semi-synthetic material. It has a comparable drape and softness like silk. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns from top fashion designers.
What is an A-line dress?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
An A-line dress is a dress with a certain shape or cut. Specifically, dresses considered to be A-line styles fit closely along the bust and then gently flare outward for a flowier fit through the waist and hips all the way to the hem. The name of the style comes from the fact that A-line dresses show off a triangular shape similar to the letter A when hung on a hanger. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of dresses from some of the world's top boutiques.
What is a mod dress?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
A mod dress is a style of dress that originated along with the mod subculture in London — a culture with roots in 1950s' bohemian-style coffee bars where jazz and blues were played on jukeboxes. Later, during the 1960s, mods were generally fashion-conscious teenagers living in London and south England who listened to these types of music as well as R&B. Mod dresses were among the garments worn by mods, and they were colorful and were embellished by interesting patterns and designs. Mod dresses were made with a short hem. A range of mod dresses by Mary Quant, Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent and others can be found on 1stDibs.
What are swing dresses?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
A swing dress is a dress with an a-line shape that tends to flow as one moves. Swing dresses hit peak popularity in the 1950s.
What is a couture dress?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
A couture dress is hand-sewn using the best materials and designed specifically for the wearer so that the piece is one-of-a-kind. Because these dresses use such high quality materials and take hundreds of hours to complete, they can be expensive. Find a variety of couture dresses on 1stDibs.
What is a wiggle dress?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A wiggle dress is a dress that falls just below the knee and has a hemline that is narrower than your waist. It is a figure-hugging dress that might add some pep to your walk, resulting in a “wiggle” in your hip. Wiggle dresses came about in the 1950s. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns from top fashion boutiques around the world.
What is a chiffon dress?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Chiffon is a light and sheer material that's typically made of silk, nylon or rayon. It's often used for lingerie and formalwear.
What is a dress ring?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
A dress ring is any ring that is not a wedding or an engagement ring. They can add charm to any formal or semi-formal outfit. Dress rings can be made of gold, silver, and more and can be studded with precious or semi-precious stones for added visual flair. Shop a collection of vintage and modern dress rings from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
What is a dressing chair?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
A dressing chair may refer to the stool or short seat that is intended to accompany a vanity table. Vanities been variously known as dressing tables or makeup tables over the years, but no matter what we call them — and whether it's a sophisticated contemporary piece or an iconic vintage Luigi Massoni vanity — vanities have offered a special place for us to get ready for work, an early-morning appointment or lunch date or whatever lies ahead. Find your vintage dressing chair or vanity table on 1stDibs.

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