Harvesting Pearls Responsibly

 

            

We are extremely thrilled to have found the absolutely gorgeous Kamoka Pearls!                                                              

These luscious pearls come directly from the lagoon at the Kamoka Pearl Farm on the atoll of Ahe in the Tuamotu Archipelago. A family owned farm, where pearls are harvested in the most sustainable methods of aquaculture.

When you love pearls you also must know about them!

 

  Cuxhaven, February 2020

Photo: Kamoka Pearls #tahitianpearls #kamokapearls #sustainable #ethicalfashion #sustainableluxury

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                                                       The Inspiration

 

When you are a bit of a nomad, there is not much space in your luggage to carry with you important memories; all of a sudden your heart and mind start being your biggest suitcases to carry those unforgettable treasures that have marked your childhood and the younger years of your existence.

 Here, a few items found in a small trunk that had crossed the oceans a few times, I still carry what is materially left of some of my fondest memories of my early years.

Antonia was her name. She was sweetest, most caring and dedicated grandmother that you could ever have. A classic beauty of the 1920’s. High heels, immaculate pencil skirts and silk blouses, and always, always a strand of pearls and studs that were the continuation of her smile.

I proudly say that it was there, by her side, where my love for pearls started. She patiently allowed me to take them all out off their individual silk bags to try them on; and to spend magical hours of my childhood looking at the luster and natural colours of the strands. It was with her where I learned that the ocean has many presents for us humans. The spirit of the ocean reflected on the luster of a single beautiful pearl, magical!

  London, April 2015

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How to take care of your pearls

                            

Pearls are organic gems and they require a very simple but special care, which will extend the joy of wearing them during your life time and some more …

Pearls can be harmed by contact with perfumes, cosmetics and hair care products of all sorts, besides many chemicals found in household cleaners such as laundry detergents, bleaches, powdered cleansers, baking soda or any cleaner that contains ammonia.

Every so often clean your pearls by just wiping them off with a soft cloth or chamois, which may be dry or damp. This will prevent dirt from accumulating round the drilled holes, and avoids “the glow”  from wearing out the pearl nacre (remember, us women don’t perspire; we “glow”).  I recommend you to use a drop of olive oil on the cloth to help maintain their luster.

After washing your pearls, lay them flat in a moist tea towel until they dry. When the tea towel is dry, voilá! your pearls should be dry.

Never clean your pearls with steam, also avoid ultrasonic cleaners and never use any type of jewelry cleaner such as miracle cleaner; use only jewelry cleaners that are labeled as safe for Pearls.

Store your Pearls wrapped in a soft cloth or pouch to protect them. Never store your pearls in a plastic bag, or in a safe deposit box for a long time; pearls are organic and they need to “breath”. Never leave your pearls around a direct source of heat such as a fireplace mantle, on top of a television set, or hub.

Remember that you are treasuring a gorgeous present from nature!

London, December 2014