An intentional exploration of historical materials and geometric contrast, the Kai Necklace brings a curated, worldly edge to contemporary styling. This slow-fashion statement is built on a rich foundation of dark natural horn disc beads, sourced from a specific blend of vintage upcycled and new components. This organic, tonal strand is artfully punctuated by a sequence of raw, pebble-like natural turquoise beads and matte hematite stones, establishing an alternating tactile landscape that honors the natural irregularities of earth-born minerals.

The visual architecture is elevated through meticulous metal framing: each turquoise and matte hematite stone is precisely positioned between high-shine, silver electroplated hematite spacers, while a series of delicately carved white bird charms are anchored by gold electroplated hematite accents. Measuring a commanding 32 inches in total length, this unisex design is positioned within our Men's Necklaces section but transitions fluidly into any capsule wardrobe. Completed with a premium sterling silver lobster clasp and a 2-inch extension chain for a custom, adjustable drape, the Kai necklace is a highly individual piece that layers beautifully against open linen shirts or casual daytime knitwear.

Artist’s Note

"With the Kai necklace, I wanted to craft an elongated strand that feels like a personal talisman collected over years of coastal travel. Mixing vintage horn discs with freshly cut turquoise and matte hematite pebbles gave the piece an immediate, lived-in depth. Alternating between silver and gold electroplated metallic borders around the stones and the sculpted avian motifs allowed me to weave a subtle, bi-metal warmth throughout the entire 32-inch length."

Product Specifications

• Gemstones & Materials: Genuine natural turquoise pebble-like beads, matte grey hematite pebbles, hand-carved white bird charms, and premium natural horn disc beads (blending vintage upcycled and new elements).

• Metallic Hardware: Solid sterling silver lobster clasp mechanism with a 2-inch (5.08 cm) extension chain; gold and silver electroplated hematite framing spacers.

• Design Silhouette: Elongated, single-strand multi-mineral layering necklace with integrated animal motif charms.

• Dimensions: 32-inch (81.28 cm) base strand length with an additional 2-inch (5.08 cm) adjustable extension for a total flexible length up to 34 inches.

• Crossover Styling: Curated intentionally for our Men's Necklaces section, featuring a universal unisex aesthetic suited for all gender expressions.

• Origin: Proudly designed, hand-assembled, and finished in the United States at our West Hollywood studio using global and vintage components.

• Exclusivity: A limited-quantity design celebrating slow-fashion production values and intentional studio bench-craft. Due to the hand-carved nature of the bird motifs, raw variations in the mineral pebbles, and vintage horn elements, no two necklaces feature an identical structural sequence.