After spending time with the Pearly Kings and Queens I feel that I have started to learn about the traditions of being a Pearly, Why they do the work they do and what the future holds for the society. I admire at their costumes, The detailing in its design and the pattern work that makes each one distinct from another. It seemed that the costume was a time piece, something that represented their efforts of collecting these Mother of Peal buttons to add to the designs throughout the years. Therefore, I have decided to try and design and create a Pearly jacket by taking what I have discovered and applying it to my own design. This is going to be a real challenge, especially trying to crate and finish a design in such a short time that would otherwise take many years to complete....at least I know where to get the Mother of Pearl Buttons from, Looks like another trip to Taylor's Buttons and Belts is next.
