What Is The Pearlcore Trend? How Celebs Are Embracing The Statement Style

Pearls have officially broken out of the jewellery box. No longer limited to dainty necklaces or inherited heirlooms, pearls are now transforming into head-to-toe fashion statements. From red carpet gowns dripping in iridescence to edgy street style adorned with pearl-studded details, celebrities and designers alike are embracing the pearlcore movement. This isn’t your grandmother’s string of pearls—this is a bold, modern revival of one of fashion’s most timeless treasures.

Here’s how A-listers are making pearlcore the season’s most captivating trend.

Ananya Panday

 

 

 

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The Gen Z star is the latest entrant to the pearlcore trend. For the GQ Style Awards, the Call Me Bae actor had heads turn in a pearly handcrafted masterpiece from Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla’s iconic ‘Pearl Collection’. She dazzled in the creation, encrusted with an interplay of pearls, crystals, stones and sequins. Opting for a wet glam look, she accessorised the ensemble with a pair of statement earrings.

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Alia Bhatt

 

 

 

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One of the standout pearl-inspired looks remains Alia Bhatt’s breathtaking ensemble from her 2023 Met Gala debut. Drawing inspiration from Claudia Schiffer’s iconic 1992 Chanel bridal moment, Alia wore a custom Prabal Gurung gown adorned with 100,000 pearls. The dress featured a corset-style bodice, a sculpted silhouette, and a dramatic, flowing train.

Kim Kardashian

 

 

 

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No roundup of pearlcore moments would be complete without spotlighting Kim Kardashian’s show-stopping look at the 2023 Met Gala. Dressed in a custom creation by Schiaparelli’s creative director Daniel Roseberry, Kim wore a nude-toned bodysuit intricately draped with 50,000 pearls strung across her bust and legs. The dramatic ensemble was elevated further with an opulent cape-style jacket featuring an extended train and oversized sleeves. She finished the look with a sleek top bun, soft face-framing strands, and a minimal nude makeup palette, letting the pearls take center stage.

Kriti Sanon

 

 

 

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Kriti Sanon also embraced the pearlcore trend, making a statement at the IIFA Awards in a stunning Manish Malhotra creation. She donned a vintage-inspired white silk-satin saree, delicately adorned with glistening pearls, paired with a coordinated blouse featuring pearl strands cascading over her shoulders and bodice. With her hair styled in a sleek, polished look and makeup kept understated, the actor let the elegance of the pearls speak for themselves.

Nora Fatehi

 

 

 

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Nora Fatehi mesmerised us in a striking ensemble by Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla, featuring a satin dhoti-style skirt with a daring thigh-high slit paired with a structured bustier. Her top was adorned with delicate pearl detailing, a shimmering crystal-embellished collar, and ornate shoulder pads accented with pearl tassels. The skirt was cinched at the waist with a pearl-studded belt. She wore her hair in a soft, natural updo and kept her makeup understated and elegant.

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Janhvi Kapoor

 

 

 

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The Mili star graced the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC) gala in a refined ivory lehenga designed by Manish Malhotra. Her outfit featured a Chikankari-embroidered skirt, a delicately pearl-studded blouse, and a coordinated cape-style jacket. The blouse stole the spotlight with its intricate detailing, cascading pearls, and deep neckline. She completed the look with a bold choker, diamond earrings, a sleek bun, and a glowing, dewy makeup look.

Sharvari Wagh

 

 

 

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Sharvari Wagh also made a striking appearance at the NMACC gala, donning a pearl-encrusted outfit by Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla. Her ensemble included a structured blouse with a plunging sweetheart neckline and cropped silhouette, paired with a sheer white tulle sari embellished with pearls and shimmering crystals. She opted for a fresh-faced makeup look and wore her hair in a neat, straight updo.

Sonam Kapoor

 

 

 

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Sonam Kapoor radiated elegance in a celestial pearl ensemble by Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla. Draped in an Apsara-style outfit that tastefully showcased her baby bump, the asymmetrical pearl-embroidered look was both ethereal and bold. Adding a whimsical touch, she embellished her hairstyle with pearls for a truly enchanting finish.

Deepika Padukone

 

 

 

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At the 2022 Cannes Film Festival, Deepika Padukone wore an elegant off-white sari designed by Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla. The ensemble stood out with its dramatic, pleated ruffle train. Complementing the sari, she chose a structured bustier blouse embellished with intricate pearl and crystal detailing, finished off with a bold pearl collar necklace. Her makeup featured sultry smokey eyes, defined lashes, a nude lip colour, and bronzed cheeks, while her hair was neatly styled in a sleek, pulled-back bun.

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