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Mikimoto, Nialaya & Hatton Labs Are The Best Brands For Pearl-Loving Boys

Whether you’re looking to add a subtle, softer touch to your wardrobe or you want to level up your beachwear game, pearls are the move.

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BY JAY AQUINO

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024


In the last few years, pearls have become a staple in men’s fashion, blending effortlessly into both high-end and streetwear aesthetics. This surge in popularity is no shock—pearls are beautiful, versatile, and bring a fresh edge to any look. Whether you’re looking to add a subtle, softer touch to your wardrobe or you want to level up your beachwear game, pearls are the move. With countless brands offering pearl jewelry, narrowing down the options can be tough. But when it comes to recommendations, three brands always stand out in our rotation.


Nialaya Jewelry

Founded by Danish designer Jannik Olander in 2009, Nialaya Jewelry is an LA based jewelry brand that brings a unique story and vision to the game. During a trip to a coastal city in India, Olander crossed paths with a local shaman named Nialaya, who sparked a shift in his perspective—leading him to build a brand rooted in spirituality and purpose, not profit. 


Nialaya flips the script on classic pearl jewelry, making it fun and unorthodox. Think pearls mixed with smiley faces, dice, fruits, or stars. It’s a bold, flamboyant take on the traditional pearl necklace, and that’s exactly what makes it stand out. Forget the stereotype—this is next-level statement jewelry.


Photo credit: Nialaya


Mikimoto

If you know luxury jewelry, you know Mikimoto. If you don’t, here’s the scoop: Mikimoto literally invented the cultured pearl, shaping the industry as we know it. Today, they’re still the go-to for some of the most high-end pearl jewelry out there.


Mikimoto’s collections are all about precision and quality. They only work with the finest pearls—South Sea pearls, pink conch pearls, Tahitian pearls, and other rare finds. But it’s not just about the pearls; they only use 18k gold, platinum, and top-grade diamonds for their settings. 


Photo credit: Mikimoto


Hatton Labs

A newer name in the scene, Hatton Labs launched in 2019, but they’re already making big waves. Co-founders Jack Cannon and Joe Gelb started the brand with a vision to remix classic men’s jewelry through a modern lens, inspired by the historic Hatton Garden jewelry district in London. We first caught wind of them through Kevin Wang’s (GQ’s Head of Editorial Content) instagram feed.


What sets Hatton Labs apart is their focus on innovation—everything they drop feels fresh and forward-thinking. Their pearl necklaces come in different hues, adding an unexpected twist to a piece that’s often seen as traditional. Hatton Labs is for the rule-breakers who appreciate heritage but want something new.


Photo credit: Hatton Labs


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