National Wear Your Pearls Day is an annual celebration that encourages people to wear pearls not just as a fashion statement, but as a symbol of personal resilience, inner strength, and self-worth.
Quick Facts
- When is it: December 15th annually
- Tagged as: Self-empowerment and fashion holiday
- What’s the hashtag: #NationalWearYourPearlsDay
- When was it founded: 2015
- Who founded it: DeAnna Bookert-Heard
History of National Wear Your Pearls Day
DeAnna Bookert, a motivational speaker and best-selling author, established this day to symbolize how life’s challenges can transform into something beautiful, much like how an oyster turns an irritant into a precious pearl. She created this day as an annual depression and anxiety awareness campaign.
Timeline
- 420 BC: Earliest known pearl jewelry discovered in a Persian princess’s sarcophagus
- 1896: First cultured pearls created by Kokichi Mikimoto
- 1916: Coco Chanel popularizes costume pearl jewelry
- 1950s: Grace Kelly makes pearls an iconic fashion statement
- 2015: First National Wear Your Pearls Day celebration
Dates by Next Year
| Year | Month and Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | December 15 | Sunday |
| 2025 | December 15 | Monday |
| 2026 | December 15 | Tuesday |
How It’s Observed
People celebrate by wearing their pearl jewelry, sharing their personal stories of resilience, and organizing pearl-themed events. Many take photos wearing their pearls and share them on social media.
Fun Facts About Pearls
- Only 1 in 10,000 wild oysters contain pearls
- Pearls are the only gemstones created by living creatures
- 99% of today’s market pearls are cultured
- They come in various colors, from white to black
Quiz
- Who founded National Wear Your Pearls Day?
- What year was it established?
- What percentage of pearls are cultured today?
(Answers: 1. DeAnna Bookert 2. 2015 3. 99%)
FAQs
Q: Do I need real pearls to participate?
A: No, both real and simulated pearls are welcome.
Q: Can men participate?
A: Yes, the day is inclusive for everyone.
Importance of National Wear Your Pearls Day
The day serves as a reminder that adversity can create beauty and strength, just as an oyster transforms an irritant into a pearl. It promotes self-worth, mental health awareness, and personal empowerment.
Related Holidays
- National Jewel Day (March)
- National Jewelry Day
- National Diamond Day
- International Day of Self-Love