December 15

National Wear Your Pearls Day

Show off your unique style on National Wear Your Pearls Day - accessorize with pearls, express yourself, and dazzle everyone you meet!

Yearly Date

December 15

Observed in

United States

Introduction

Get ready to sparkle with National Wear Your Pearls Day on Dec. 15! This day celebrates the timeless beauty of pearls, which have been cherished for centuries as symbols of purity, beauty and wisdom. It's believed that pearls were first discovered in China over 4,000 years ago, and today they are still a popular accessory worn by both men and women around the world. On this special day, why not pull out your favorite pearl necklace or earrings and add a touch of elegance to your outfit? Celebrate National Wear Your Pearls Day on Dec. 15 and show off your style!

National Wear Your Pearls Day Timeline

520 BC

First Documented Use of Pearls

The first known use of pearls as precious jewels occurred during the reign of a Persian king. Later, they became a symbol of status in Roman society.

1500s

Pearl Age in Europe

During the Renaissance, pearls became extremely popular in European fashion, particularly among the nobility and royal courts.

1800s

Pearl Diving Era

Pearl diving became a major industry during the 19th century, with large pearl bed discoveries in waters off Australia, India, Central America, and the Gulf of Mexico.

1916

Coco Chanel's Influence

Fashion icon Coco Chanel popularizes wearing costume pearl jewelry, making pearls an attainable style statement for all women, not just the elite.

1950s

Grace Kelly and Pearl Elegance

Hollywood actress and later Princess of Monaco, Grace Kelly, became a style icon with pearls becoming an integral part of her chic, elegant image.

2015

First National Wear Your Pearls Day

National Wear Your Pearls Day was celebrated for the first time on Dec. 15, encouraging everyone to wear pearls as a symbol of beauty and strength in the face of life's pressures.

How to Celebrate National Wear Your Pearls Day

1 Host a pearl-themed party

Invite your friends and family to a pearl-themed party. Decorate with white, pink, or black balloons and other pearl decorations. Ask guests to come dressed in their best pearl jewelry.

2 Share a photo

Share a photo of yourself wearing your favorite pearl jewelry on your favorite social media platform and tag it with #nationalwearyourpearlsday.

3 Go shopping

Visit your local jewelry store and treat yourself to some new pearl jewelry. Or browse online for the perfect piece.

4 Make a craft

Get creative and make something special with your pearls. Try stringing them into a necklace, bracelet, or earrings, or make a pearl wreath for your door.

5 Organize a pearl hunt

Organize a game of hide and seek! Hide several pearl necklaces around the house or yard and let everyone search for them. The first one to find all the pearls wins!

Why We Love National Wear Your Pearls Day

Pearls add elegance

There's something about pearls that make them look timelessly elegant. Whether you wear a single strand or multiple strands, you'll always look put together and chic any time you don pearls.

Pearls are versatile

You can dress up any outfit with pearls - from an everyday jeans and T-shirt combo to a glamorous evening gown. Since they come in all different shapes, sizes and colors, you can choose the ones that suit your style best!

Pearls are special & meaningful

Pearls have long been associated with sophistication, sophistication, femininity and classic beauty. They also make great gifts, whether it's a set of earrings or a strand necklace.