Pick the look first, then the pearl. Freshwater is great value and versatile. Akoya gives that classic bright white pop. Tahitian brings natural charcoal to peacock tones. South Sea offers larger sizes in white or golden. Match her style and usual metal, then choose the type that fits the plan and budget.

If she wears studs now, upgrade the size. If she is a necklace person, choose a strand she can dress up or down. Not sure at all? Small studs and an 18 inch necklace cover daily wear and date nights without guesswork.

Use her current jewelry as a baseline. Daily wear usually lands at 7.0 to 7.5 mm. For more presence in photos, pick 7.5 to 8.0 mm. For a step-up gift, 8 to 9 mm reads polished without feeling heavy.

Most go for classic white because it works with everything. If she wears a lot of black or gray, Tahitian tones look sharp. If she favors warm outfits, golden hues pair nicely. Hold pearls near her usual tops in daylight and pick what blends cleanly.

Yes with simple habits. Put pearls on last and take them off first. Wipe with a soft cloth after wear. Store away from harder stones. Strands should be restrung with routine use. Treated right, she can wear them a lot without fuss.

Check her everyday jewelry. Note metal color and size. If that is a mystery, choose 7.0 to 7.5 mm studs or an 18 inch necklace. Include a short note and you are set even if it is a surprise.

18 inches is the safe pick. It centers above most necklines and layers well. For petite frames or higher necklines, 16 inches looks crisp. For broader frames or low necklines, 20 inches can look balanced.

Yes if the basics are right. Look for consistent matching, clean surfaces, and solid metal findings. Smaller sizes can still have great luster and get more wear than oversized pieces that never leave the box.

Match her closet. If she leans timeless, go classic strand and studs. If she mixes trends, pick a delicate station look or slightly larger studs. The simplest rule is this: choose what works with her three most worn outfits.

Use her metal color, match sizes to what she owns, and include a short message. If you want to go further, build a small set now so future gifts can add on cleanly.

Yes. Small to mid-size studs and simple necklaces look sharp on video calls and in person. They read polished without trying too hard. If her job is more formal, a strand works with blouses and blazers all week.

Daily wear: smaller studs and a clean necklace. Date nights: size up studs or wear a strand with a little more presence. Keep metals the same so pieces always play well together.