YVEL MAGAZINE VOLUME 2 Apr. 2014 | Page 35

33 Did you know? Soufflé pearls are much lighter in weight than most cultured pearls of similar size because the pearl farmers are inserting mud into the oyster, instead of a nucleus, to kick-start the natural process of pearl production. The Soufflé pearls are also flatter in shape, offering strands that lie beautifully along the collar bone to bring brilliant luster to the face and the eyes. These lighter weight pearls also allow larger sizes of drop earrings without any discomfort or earlobe damage.