Kipona style

Kipona-Style Niʻihau Shell Earrings

“Kipona” means “combination” or “mixed” in Hawaiian — and this beautiful earring style lives up to its name. Our Kipona-style earrings blend multiple shell types, colors, and patterns to create a design that feels joyful, expressive, and full of life. No two pairs are ever the same, just like no two shorelines are ever alike.

Each piece is carefully arranged using a variety of authentic Hawaiian shells, often including Kahelelani, Momi, and Laiki in coordinated or complementary tones. The result is a playful, flowing design that’s both traditional and contemporary — perfect for those who love texture, color variation, and the surprise of a shell that catches the light just right.

This style reflects the heart of Niʻihau shell artistry — taking what nature gives and turning it into something meaningful, layered, and one of a kind.

Much aloha and respect for the tradition,
— Janjira!