“Pearls are always appropriate”, Jackie Kennedy once declared – and we couldn’t agree more! Elegantly timeless, timelessly elegant – the shimmering mollusc-made gems add class to the most mundane of outfits. La Grotta Collective is a jewellery label that was born from a struggle to find high-quality pieces that go with absolutely anything – from jeans and a white tee, to haute couture gowns.
Filling the space between high-end and affordable, the London-based brand uses demi-fine pearls combined with solid gold and sterling silver metalware. But it’s the aesthetics we really love! La Grotta pieces manage to venture far from the expected string of pearls, incorporating contemporary shapes that are both ladylike and minimal.Think Elizabeth Taylor meets Kate Moss and you’d be halfway to envisioning these designs, many of which offer a unique versatility. “The Blakely”, for example, sees a single freshwater pearl dangling from an adjustable silver or gold chain that allows multiple ways for it to be worn, while “The Audrey” is more akin to the classic pearl necklace, only a crystal-embellished clasp means the wearer can experiment with looks and lengths. You’ll also find dainty freshwater pearl earrings should you wish to mix and match.
