In the Needful Things section of our Summer/Fall 2013 issue, we spotlight strands of pearls, from a stately tassel of cultured pearls to a chunky necklace of polished bronze pearls. With the current rage for all things Gatsby, pearls are the perfect accessory for Roaring Twenties-inspired shindigs. But we love pearls for any occasion, whether you're hosting an elegant ballroom bash or a preppy seaside soiree.

When it comes to wearing pearls on your wedding day, think beyond the traditional single strand: We love pearls piled atop your collarbones, draped down the back, wrapped around your wrist, pinned in your hair, and decorating a collar, clutch, sleeve, or mask. Be inspired by our round-up of pearl style pics.

Do you love pearls as much we do? Will you be wearing pearls on your wedding day?

 {Images: pearl bust // draped pearls // gloves + mask // bride // clutch + Keira // pearl collar // pearl-back dresses // pearl hair clip // runway pearls // ladies in pearls // pearl sleeve // pearl bracelet}