featured How to Care for Pearls: Timeless Tips to Keep the Luster Alive
Pearls are living gems that deserve gentle, intentional care. At ISAAC WESTMAN®, we believe proper pearl jewelry care keeps their natural luster glowing for generations. Always put pearls on last,...
The 4Cs of diamonds: a buying guide
Carat, colour, clarity, cut — first codified by GIA in the 1950s. The four qualities that decide a diamond, and where the Isaac Westman standard sits.
The overtones of Akoya pearls
Akoya pearls are the classic — round, lustrous, white. But the most desirable Akoya are not white at all. They're white with an overtone.
Pearls in 2025: a quiet comeback
Pearls have spent four decades in the wings of the jewelry world. In 2025, that has quietly changed. What's driving the return, and how we're wearing them.
Which Pearl is Right for Me? A Guide to Freshwater, Akoya, Tahitian, and South Sea Pearls
Which Pearl is Right for Me? A Guide to Freshwater, Akoya, Tahitian, and South Sea Pearls Discover the perfect pearl jewelry with our expert guide! Learn about Freshwater pearls (affordable and versatile), Akoya pearls (classic elegance), Tahitian pearls (exotic dark hues), and South Sea pearls (luxurious and rare). Compare their unique characteristics, sizes, and prices to find your ideal match. Explore Isaac...
The journey of a Tahitian pearl: from ocean to atelier
A Tahitian pearl carries its origins on its surface. How we select them at the source, and how each piece reaches the New York atelier.
Diamond and pearl: the Isaac Westman pairing
Pearl was the founding category in 1982. Diamond followed. Forty years on, the combination of the two has become the most identifiable register of the collection.
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