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From simple Akoya pearl studs to dazzling strand pearl necklaces, the Mikimoto jewellery collections are home to the world’s highest quality pearls and pearl jewellery. An iconic gemstone, pearls are largely associated with elegance, purity and femininity which also has many believing wearing pearl jewellery on your wedding day will ensure a long and happy marriage. So, whether you’re a bride-to-be, a wedding guest or even a bridesmaid, here’s everything you need to know about Mikimoto’s pearl bridal jewellery collections…
A History of Mikimoto
Kokichi Mikimoto, founder of the Mikimoto jewellery brand, was born in the town of Toba in Japan in 1858. Growing up, Kokichi watch as Toba became renowned for Ise pearls which were gathered from the nearby shores. However since they were collected freely, it wasn’t long before Ise pearls became incredibly scarce and there was growing concerns that pearl producing oysters would become extinct. So, Kokichi Mikimoto set himself a mission and decided to try and grow his own pearls in oyster beds on Ojima Island.
After several years of experimentation, Mikimoto discovered that Akoya oysters produced the best pearls. He did this by introducing a particle into the flesh of an oyster which encouraged secretions of nacre, an organic-inorganic composite material which builds up to create a pearl’s lustrous finish. On July 11, 1893, Mikimoto uncovered within the folds of an oyster his very first cultivated pearl and ten years after that, Mikimoto succeeded in cultivating a perfectly round pearl.
With his childhood dream come true, Mikimoto decided he needed another mission, this one was to adorn the necks of women all around the world with pearls. So, in 1907 Mikimoto established the Mikimoto Gold Work Factory in the Tsukiji district of Tokyo, Japan’s first ever full-scale gold and jewellery factory. It was here that the first Mikimoto jewellery designs were born. It wasn't before the Mikimoto jewellery brand was known all around the world, with cultivated pearls pairing with further precious gemstones like diamonds, emeralds, sapphires and rubies. It’s safe to say Mikimoto’s dream of dressing the world’s women with pearls has come true.
Mikimoto Bridal Jewellery
Kokichi Mikimoto’s passion for pure, lustrous pearls remains the guiding force of all the modern Mikimoto jewellery collections you see today. It is also for this reason that brides all over the world have chosen Mikimoto jewellery to walk them down the aisle on their big day. When it comes to choosing from Mikimoto’s vast selections of bridal jewellery, it can be a little overwhelming with so many breathtaking designs to choose from. Many of their diamond and pearl pieces work perfectly, with the sparkle of the brilliant cut white diamonds joining in with the dance of the iridescence of the pearl gemstones.
For something timeless and understated for your wedding day, the Mikimoto Morning Dew jewellery collection offers a selection of rings, bracelets, earrings and pendants designed to evoke the glistening drops of moisture found in the air at the early hours of the morning. For something a little more attention-grabbing, the Mikimoto Pearls in Motion jewellery hosts a range of long strand pearl necklaces and bracelets designed to be worn in a variety of ways, wrapped around you multiple times or left long and free to flow down your white dress.
All of the Mikimoto bridal jewellery collections work just as well if you’re a bridesmaid or wedding guest too, completing your outfit with the sophistication and charm of pearls. If you are a wedding guest, you could also divulge in one of Mikimoto’s pearl gift sets to present to the bride and groom. These stunning pearl jewellery gifts come with pairings of pearl necklaces and earrings or bracelets and rings, all adorned with the world’s finest cultured pearls and diamonds.
If you’d like to learn more about Mikimoto or if you require some assistance finding your dream piece of bridal jewellery, get in touch with our team of fine jewellery specialists by calling 01335 453453. Alternatively, send us a message at sales@cwsellors.com.
