I’m so glad that pearls have made a comeback. They may not always be used in the traditional strand, but instead pearls of all types are used in casual, affordable jewelry.
I’ve been wearing my signature pearl studs for decades. I think they’re perfect for everyday. They always look neat and pretty. They go with everything: dress them up, dress them down.
So when I noticed that Victoria Emerson, known for wrap bracelets and other casual jewelry, came out with a freshwater pearl collection, I was interested. I know that wrap bracelets aren’t new anymore, but I like wearing them. In fact, I discovered Victoria Emerson wrap bracelets several years ago (on Facebook, of course). Over the years, I bought three of them:
- sparkly silver beads on black leather
- vegan dark brown Korean waxed cord with turquoise beads
- vegan pink waxed cord with pink crystals.
During the recent Presidents Weekend sale, I picked up one I had been eyeing for a few months: freshwater pearls on ivory leather.
Like the other wraps that I own, it’s a 5 wrap. I like that wide look, but there are smaller wraps as well: single and triple wraps.
The 5 wrap has closures at 34″, 35″ and 36″ so you can adjust it to fit. The nickel-free clasp has the Victoria Emerson logo on it.
It comes in a cotton Victoria Emerson pouch.
The Victoria Emerson bracelet styles and materials change over time. My black and pink wraps are no longer available, but there are other interesting bracelets that are new. There’s a birthstone collection, a skull collection, and lots of wraps with beads and crystals of different shapes mixed together. There are snap wraps if you don’t like the look of the loop closure. There are also double wraps made of leather or vegan materials as well as bolo bracelets with either silver or rose gold “pebble” beads on cord. And there are boho cuffs made rows of mixed styles of beads with magnetic clasps.
The prices of the wraps range from $15 to $39, but there are frequent sales, and I have never paid full price. The average price (before sales) tends to be around $27. The regular price of the freshwater pearl on ivory leather wrap that I bought is $36. The other bracelets (i.e. bohos, bolos and snap wraps) are less than $49.
Finally, there are attractive watches and cute $29 necklaces.
If you want an affordable treat or a small gift for someone who likes the wrap or bead look, check out Victoria Emerson.
Good morning Allison. What a pretty bracelet. Pearls are so pretty. We have a store here in Rockford called The War Chest with products made from women that were “rescued” or at risk (in different countries and cultures). They often have pretty saltwater pearl pieces. This reminded me that I need to stop in and check out their products.
I love the name of the boutique near you, The War Chest. How perfect! When Jeff’s younger daughter was in high school, she worked with an organization that also sold handmade beaded jewelry from at risk women in India and Pakistan, I think it was, but no freshwater pearls so it must be a different organization. I have several pieces that I love. Pearls are so pretty because they look great in the winter as well as the nicer seasons of the year, IMO. Hope you have a good weekend!
That is gorgeous, Allison! My MIL loves her pearls too but I only wear them occasionally.
Thank you, Shireen! We all have our favorites when it comes to jewelry!
That is really pretty! Pearls are one of my favorites for jewelry!
Thank you, Carleen! Glad that you’re a fan of pearls too!
Beautiful bracelet! I love freshwater pearls!
This pearl wrap is so versatile! I’m glad you’re a pearl fan, too
I really like the look of this. The pearls would be great with every outfit you’d wear. I don’t really buy jewelry any more but I’m glad to know about this brand.
I need to say those words, “I don’t buy jewelry any more”. I think I still love jewelry more than makeup 😉
That looks great on you!
Thanks, Jen!
I remember back in the day when I had my online shop, I used to make accessories like these. I miss those days!!!!
Oh wow, Kathryne, I didn’t know you made wrap bracelets. Very impressive!
What a beautiful bracelet, and it looks absolutely lovely on you. It is such a modern take on pearls, too!
Thank you!!
I absolutely love the look of this bracelet! It’s classy but still has that eye catching design! Really good price too!
Thank you, Lisa!
I have always wanted one of these wrap bracelets!
I love your taste in jewellery! That bracelet is lovely and you wear it so well!
I usually don’t wear jewelry, but that is so beautiful! I really like the turquoise one too. My step mother loves turquoise, so I will keep this in mind as a gift.
Victoria Emerson wraps definitely make nice affordable gifts!
Ooo I love these sorts of bracelets! My Mom made and sold them for the longest time and I wore them all of the time!
That is so cool that your mom made wrap bracelets. I will have to look closely at mine and see what’s involved. I’m impressed!
I am in love with the dark brown and turquoise!! It is just stunning!
That’s very pretty, I love pearls! I have a real pearl necklace that I never wear thinking it’s too dressy.
Clearly, the wrap bracelet style makes pearls less dressy, but I love pearls. I think a pearl necklace looks great with a button down shirt and jeans.
I don’t really wear bracelets (I’m more of a necklace and earrings gal) but these are fun and funky