Mermaid Acetate and Faux Pearl Components

These charms, pendants, connectors and links are made of acetate, in the mermaid color theme, an uplifting mix of tortoise shell browns, pearly whites, ocean blue, and hints of pink.

Acetate looks similar to Lucite (acrylic resin), but this form of plastic actually begins with acetic acid (also known as household vinegar), combined with various bases to give it the desired colors and texture. It's strong, lightweight, slightly flexible, and remarkably hypoallergenic. This combination makes it popular for eyeglass frames as well as jewelry.