Take epoch-defining glamour with a personal twist: jewels inspired by Truman Capote's coterie of Socialites. The most famous of Truman Capote's 'swans'. was Barbara 'Babe' Paley who reigned supreme in New York society. She requested a pearl engagement ring as she thought diamonds were too common. She loved pearls seen here with a White Freshwater Biwa Pearl 3 Strand Bracelet