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ʻākau Mala Beauty
ʻākau Mala Beauty
ʻākau Mala Beauty
ʻākau Mala Beauty
ʻākau Mala Beauty
ʻākau Mala Beauty
ʻākau Mala Beauty

ʻākau Mala Beauty

$625.00

ʻākau and Mala means Brown and gray in Hawaiian language. This one-of-a-kind "cinnamon bun"  Pu·ka /ˈpo͞okə  perfectly intertwined with Luminous Gray freshwater pearls, with a star of the necklace being an exquisite Black Tahitian Pearl is stunning, and a showstopper. 

The mat finish of the brown Pu·ka /ˈpo͞okə  along with the golden shimmer of the pearls is like a forever marriage in heaven!  This color combo exudes a confidence and creates a sophisticated look.

Collecting brown Pu·ka /ˈpo͞okə, is not easy, and to find enough for a lei is even more special. I look through thousands, finally finding the perfect sizes is very satisfying, seeing it all come together.

What sets this lei apart from others, not only the colors, but the use of dark brown ethically sourced kangaroo leather to string the elements.  It is 32", and it is adjustable to 15.5", providing many ways to enjoy her. Over-the-head design with a Tahitian Pearl being the manner of adjusting it moving up or down to your desired length. The ends of the lei are finished with 14K gold-filled beads and gray freshwater pearls. Every detail has been carefully executed.

Black Tahitian Center Pearl 10-11mm

Black Tahitian Adjustable Pearl 8mm

Gray Freshwater pearls= 67 measures approx. 2-4mm each

Cinnamon Bun Pu·ka /ˈpo͞okə count= 65 measures approx. 2-6mm each

Delivered to you in its own Logoed cotton jewelry pouch for safe keeping!

Pictures #5 is the whole cone shell with the brown "cinnamon bun" puka at the end!

Feel the MANA in this very special custom lei!

xo

Pairs well with

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, all shells are sourced 100% ethically to preserve our beautiful marine life and most are found by myself on the shores of Maui. All shells are uninhabited when collected :)

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