THE STORY OF LAVALIER
First introduced in 2013, the Lavalier reflects our pioneering spirit and deep connection to the Kimberley, celebrating the wild beauty and authenticity of Australian South Sea pearls.
"At the heart of the Lavalier is the undrilled pearl it holds. No two pearls are ever the same, making each Lavalier a deeply personal piece to wear and share. The gold mesh net forms fluidly around the pearl."
— Catherine Büman, Senior Jewellery Designer
A TIME HONOURED TRADITION
The intricate Lavalier net pays tribute to two elements central to Paspaley’s heritage: antique glass buoys and the hand-woven nets carried by our divers.
These nets, still used today when hand-collecting wild Pinctada maxima oysters, are woven by the divers themselves – a tradition passed down through generations.
In the Lavalier, this heritage is transformed into a refined gold net that carries and elevate the pearl.
EVOLUTION OF AN ICON
Over more than a decade, the Lavalier has evolved into a Paspaley icon. Each series expresses a different facet of its maritime spirit, its connection to nature and its devotion to preserving the pearl’s purity.
LAVALIER
The original expression of the design is hand-crafted in white, yellow, and rose gold. The foundation of the Lavalier story, each gold net cradles the pearl, allowing its natural beauty to shine.
Diamond Lavalier
White diamonds illuminate the gold net, recalling sunlight dancing across open water. Elegant, timeless and refined.
EXPLORE DIAMOND LAVALIER DESIGNS
Ruby Lavalier
Rubies reflect the red earth and glowing cliff faces of the Kimberley. Their warmth contrasts beautifully with the pearl’s serene luminosity, creating a jewel rooted in land and sea.
EXPLORE RUBY LAVALIER DESIGNS
Sapphire Lavalier
Blue Sapphires honour the ocean itself. Their cool tones echo the shifting blues of Kimberley waters and the world in which every pearl is formed.
EXPLORE SAPPHIRE LAVALIER DESIGNS
Opal Lavalier
Australian Opals bring mesmerising colour and iridescence, inspired by antique glass buoys and maritime ropes. Their shifting brilliance mirrors the play of light across the ocean. Diamonds enhance the glow, while a suspended Keshi pearl introduces graceful movement.
EXPLORE OPAL LAVALIER DESIGNSSIGNATURE EXPRESSIONS
The penultimate expressions of Lavalier, The Anchored and Hero Series, are designed to house exceptional pearls from 16-18mm.
Anchored Lavalier
A more architectural evolution inspired by maritime hardware used aboard early pearling vessels. Strong, directional and deeply tied to Paspaley heritage.
EXPLORE ANCHORED LAVALIER DESIGNS
Hero Lavalier
Designed for pearls of exceptional size or character. The net is sculpted to amplify the pearl’s presence and individuality with a tassel that reimagines oceanic elegance in motion.
EXPLORE HERO LAVALIER DESIGNS
FIND YOUR PEARL, FIND YOUR LAVALIER
From its 2013 debut to today’s gemstone and signature expressions, the Lavalier remains one of Paspaley’s most meaningful designs, a blend of innovation, heritage and respect for the sea.
Whether crafted in precious gold or enriched with gemstones inspired by the Kimberley, each Lavalier celebrates the pioneering spirit that continues to define Paspaley.
