Description
THE PIECE
The ISLAY earrings is a one-of-a-kind pair defined by contrast and restraint: a Mabé pearl in an organic teardrop shape as the opening, followed by a long, dark ebony element—slender, composed, unmistakably graphic.
At 13 cm total length, the earrings read as a deliberate statement: pearl as a point of light, wood as a precise vertical line. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
DESIGN & SILHOUETTE
The design stays intentionally clean so surface and material can lead. Three micro details shape the character: the pearl’s naturally irregular lustre (never “perfectly” uniform), the small hinge that gives the drop a calm mobility, and the softly matte gold cap that crisply frames the transition. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
ISLAY isn’t playful—it’s architectural: long, narrow, and quietly tense between warm gold, nacreous light and black depth.
MATERIALS & ORIGIN
Ebony (10 cm) brings a dark, almost graphic presence; the Mabé pearl (2 cm) adds a soft, nacre-like glow. Everything is set in 18k gold-plated sterling silver—warm as an outline, never ornamental. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
ARTIST’S NOTE
“Studio note: when the line becomes long, the beginning must stay quiet—one pearl is enough to place the light.”
STYLING INSPIRATION
ISLAY is strongest against clean surfaces: black, cream, midnight navy, cool grey. An open neckline or an updo gives the length space—then the silhouette reads like a crisp line alongside the face.
If you layer, keep it pared back: smooth rings, clean cuffs, or a minimal necklace—quiet pieces amplify the effect.
ATELIER CRAFTSMANSHIP
Each piece is individually handcrafted. ISLAY O1408 features ebony and Mabé pearls set in 18k gold-plated sterling silver. Total length 13 cm. Yellow or white gold is available on request (price on request); you can leave notes during checkout. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
Care: protect from water, heat, perfume/hand cream and knocks. Store dry and separately to preserve wood and pearl surfaces.
As each piece is created as a one-of-a-kind, you can choose studs or clips — and we can refine details to your preferences.
MINI FAQ
What size are they?
Total length 13 cm; ebony 10 cm; Mabé pearl 2 cm. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
Can I choose clips instead of studs?
Yes—choose studs or clips.
How do I care for ebony & pearl?
Store dry, avoid water/heat/perfume, and protect from knocks.
