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“My dream is to adorn the necks of all women around the world with pearls,” so stated Kokichi Mikimoto, founder of Mikimoto pearls, which was the originator of cultured pearls in the late 1800’s. Now flash forward to 2016. Most of us have seen pictures or paintings of the Queen of England or another famous person wearing Mikimoto’s signature pearls in an old fashion and outdated perspective. These pictures look tired, expensive and elitist. Today, Mikimoto is the leading producer of the finest cultured pearls, and they are an international leader in the design of exceptional pearl and diamond jewelry. They are also evolving to meet the changing times. Each pearl and beautifully crafted jewelry item from Mikimoto reflects dedication, passion, art and a sophisticated modern design. Mikimoto is innovative and creative with both design and materials so that the wearer can take ‘timeless’ to a whole new level. There are now black pearls, golden pearls...

Forever fashionable, always timeless, and simply elegant: Mikimoto pearl necklaces are purely pearl-fect. Who knows if Kokichi Mikimoto was aware of the incredible impact he would have on the world of jewelry when he created the first cultured pearl in 1893.Pearls have since become appropriate for every occasion, from weddings and celebrations, to office meetings and interviews, on vacation and out to dinner, and even for the daily bustle around town. Pearls can be worn singularly, layered, choker-length, or long and mixed with metals—whichever style fits the wearer’s taste—which makes them a perfect gift and a jewelry-box must-have. In the world of pearls, it was Mikimoto that started it all.  Here are Lux Bond & Green’s personal favorite Mikimoto pearl necklace styles:1. 

There is something about love that equates so well to sparkle! Share that effervescence going on inside of you with stunning, sparkling jewelry on your wedding day. From jaw-dropping diamond engagement rings, to wedding rings made for a love to last a lifetime, to other special day-of bridal jewelry like earrings, necklaces, and bracelets, the jewelry that the bride selects not only represents her individual style, but tells each couples’ unique love story. What bridal jewelry styles are fiancés, brides and grooms choosing for this season? From classic and modern vintage, to contemporary cuts, Summer 2017 bridal styles are elegant, playful, sometimes edgy and statement-making. The sparkling rings that seal the deal, are, and always will be, a big deal. First, the engagement ring signifies a new level of commitment between two people. Second, the wedding ring symbolizes a joined ...