Freshwater Pearls Adorn Summer Collections

Designers like Coco Chanel and Yves Saint Laurent have long been inspired by freshwater pearls. This summer, expect to see them adorning statement pieces from notable fashion houses. With over 70% of the world’s freshwater pearls coming from China, their influence on the global market is undeniable.

As of 2022, the freshwater pearl market was valued at $1.2 billion.