Jewellery is most powerful when it moves beyond formality and becomes part of everyday life — a whisper of identity rather than a shout of status.
Across women and men, from street style to red carpet, celebrities are embracing baroque pearls in ways that feel modern, free, and subtly expressive. Let’s explore three such moments — and then pin down how you, or a client of yours, can reinterpret them in daily life using Ethos-worthy pieces.
1. Rihanna
Rihanna has long demonstrated how to give a classic material a fresh spin — and baroque pearls are no exception. At one memorable outing, she layered a multi-strand pearl necklace over a casual street outfit: low-slung jeans, a cropped hoodie and tinted sunglasses. The pearls, traditionally reserved for formality, became the centerpiece of a comfortable urban moment. What’s striking is how the irregularity of each baroque pearl echoed the casual looseness of her outfit — the pearls didn’t ask for attention, they invited a second look.
This styling signals that pearls belong in the rhythm of daily life, not just gala evenings. For your brand, this means offering pieces that read as relaxed luxe: a baroque pearl pendant or choker that works with a linen blouse or light knit, not just a black-tie dress.
2. Timothée Chalamet
Timothée Chalamet is also one of fashion’s most influential young men — not just for his clothes, but for how he uses jewellery (including pearls) to blur norms and amplify personal voice. He’s been photographed wearing single‐strand pearl necklaces, sometimes with leather jackets or minimalist suits. The beauty of his styling lies in the contrast: the soft glow and organic form of a baroque or cultured pearl set against structured tailoring or casual layers. It signals confidence, taste, and fluidity — perfect for a modern masculine aesthetic.
The takeaway is clear: pearls aren’t feminine or delicate—they are strong, sculptural and gender-neutral. A piece designed for him might pair a large luminous baroque pearl with a matte fine gold chain or link, to bridge jewellery and wardrobe seamlessly.
3. Zoë Kravitz
Zoë Kravitz embodies effortless cool — minimal yet meaningful, edgy yet soft. She’s been seen in baroque pearl drop earrings or necklaces that give impact without overwhelming. The irregular shape of the pearls works beautifully with her laid-back yet refined wardrobe: leather jackets, sheer tops, tailored trousers. The message: you don’t need a perfect round pearl to look polished.
The baroque version adds personality. Those baroque pieces play beautifully in transitional wardrobes: day to night, brunch to gallery opening, jeans to maxi dress. Design notes: lever‐back ear-drops with a sculptural pearl or a single strand of varying baroques at princess length.
With Ethos Pieces
baroque pearl piece can be part of the wardrobe’s foundation, not an extra.
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Casual Day Look (à la Rihanna): Pair a baroque-pearl choker or short strand with a linen midi dress or relaxed cotton white shirt. Choose clean lines in your clothing so the jewellery becomes the ebb in the form. Let the pearl’s shape tell the story.
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Smart/Casual Men’s Look (à la Chalamet): Wear a baroque-pearl pendant or necklace over a plain tee or under an open collar shirt, layered with a blazer or leather jacket. Keep metal tones minimal so the pearl becomes a sculptural focal point.
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Evening/Transition Look (à la Kravitz): Use baroque-pearl drops or a longer baroque-pearl strand with a silk blouse, slim trouser or high‐waist skirt. Let the jewellery move — not sit rigid — so the light catches the irregular surfaces and creates visual interest.
