I ordered this bracelet because I thought it looked like something that I could wear for either casual or dressy casual occasions, which is what I have most often.  Upon receiving it, I would say that it is, indeed, suitable for either.

The freshwater pearls in my bracelet are not as white as the picture on Amazon. They are a softer, creamier color, which is more attractive to me. The clear "crystal" beads are pretty and reflective interspersed with the various sized and shaped pearls. I like the look of the dark brown cord which gives it a more custom, handmade look. The length of it was accurate as stated in the description though the diameter of it causes it to fit a bit tighter than expected.

My only real complaint is about the lobster-claw clasp. It is attached very close to a larger bead making it difficult to grasp and open. Beside this, due to the diameter of the pearls and beading, it fits quite snugly on my wrist, increasing the difficulty of fastening it. For when I don't have someone available to help dress me, I will pick up one of these "helper" fastening devices: http://www.amazon.com/Aids-for-Arthritis-Bracelet-Buddy/dp/B0006Z3HMW/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?s=jewelry&ie=UTF8&qid=1366662805&sr=1-1-fkmr0&keywords=bracelet+fasting+helper. Although this will help get the bracelet on my arm, it still does not remedy the difficult clasp problem.

I'm pleased that this pretty bracelet coordinates with some of my other pearl jewelry and I've gotten numerous compliments on it when I've worn it.  Other than the aggravating clasp, I really like my bracelet and feel it is worth the asking price.