A defining moment in pearls
When A$AP Rocky wore the South Sea Lariat Necklace — styled with a tailored suit at the Tribeca Film Festival and on stage during his concert performances — it said everything about what this collection is.
His interpretation brought a sophisticated, masculine edge to the piece, showcasing its versatility and timeless appeal. For me, it was a defining moment: my first widely recognized collection, celebrated for breaking gender norms while honoring the enduring beauty of pearls.
South Sea pearls are among the rarest and most coveted gems in the world. Cultivated in the warm, pristine waters of Australia, the Philippines, and Indonesia, they grow inside the Pinctada maxima oyster — the largest pearl-producing oyster in existence. Their exceptional size, ranging from 9mm to over 20mm, is a result of a two-to-four year cultivation process, nearly twice as long as other pearl varieties.
That patience yields something extraordinary: a thick, luminous nacre with a soft, satiny luster that simply cannot be replicated. Only a small fraction of harvested pearls meet the standards of fine jewelry, making each stone genuinely rare. Their natural palette — from pristine white and champagne to deep golden — gives every piece a warmth and depth that feels both ancient and modern.