This extraordinary necklace was woven together using Gold Metallic, Red Metallic Fibers and Bold Orange Silk Fibers. Altogether there are hundreds of strands that comprise this piece, leaving it luxurious yet flexible. The spiral effect allows this to be worn tightly as a choker or stretched out for a lower plunge on the neckline. An extra strong magnet end allows you to wear with no worry of it falling off. It measures 18-23” worn “long”. By coiling the spirals you may make it a tighter braid, or tug lightly to stretch out a bit more. In addition is also a great hat band.
Akalei is Hawaiian for "bead reflections" which describes this unique necklace lei design style made only here on Maui. We reinterpret and illuminate traditional Hawaiian Lei using a vast assortment of glass and natural beads, Japanese silk and synthetic fibers, and a wide variety of braiding techniques and inspirations from across the globe.
Customized orders are welcomed - these braids can be made using Japanese Silks and various small (4-6mm) size pearls or semi-precious stones. Please contact me at info@akaleidesigns.com.
Kumihimo is an ancient Japanese braid making technique that results in beautiful and strong interlaced cords. This art form goes back hundreds of years as braids were made for use in armor of Japanese samurai warriors. In modern times these braids are designed as obijime that are worn as a belt with a kimono.
