The Kia Māia earrings feature a mangopare pattern flowing down toffee coloured satin. The pattern is an ode to strength and tenacity. The long satin ribbons pay homage to historical images of tāne and wāhine adorning their ears in similar ways.
Kia Māia. Be brave.
For we are here to stand beside you.
Lush rich toffee coloured satin ribbon earrings featuring a mangōpare design.
The mangōpare (hammerhead shark) pattern can reflect courage and strength.
The design is a gentle reminder that courage and strength come from within flowing through whakapapa and also from connections and relationships beyond ourselves. Draw strength where you need to.
The long satin ribbons pay homage to historical images of tāne and wāhine adorning their ears in similar ways.
DIMENSIONS: 16mm x 230 mm*
MATERIALS: Nickel free antiqued copper (base metal stainless steel or brass) earring hooks, printed satin ribbon, antiqued bronze ribbon clamp (base metal iron)
Koakoa Design - About the Designer
Koakoa Design jewellery and accessories were first offered to the public in 2020.
Prior to that, founder and creative force behind the brand, Lisa (Te Rarawa, Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Ruanui, Pākeha) had been creating pieces for family and friends for years.
"The inspiration behind the designs comes from both sides of my whakapapa although the influence of my Māori lineage is front and centre.
I'm interested in the story-telling of design and the stories I'm most interested in currently are about relationships.
I'm fascinated by the process of connection - be it with our environment, ātua, other people or ourselves.
The designs are as much political and cultural statements. They say - this is who I am - engage with me in this knowledge - I stand in this world, unapologetically and proud."
