Tahitian pearls at Ohana Hale Marketplace (OHM) in Honolulu, Hawaii...
When I found out that I won a $50 gift card (via Instagram) to Around The Pearl, I was so happy!
Thank you, OHM!
You're my favorite shopping center because of the free parking, cool air conditioning, clean environment, and fantastic variety of shopping options and foodie adventures!
I knew exactly where this vendor - Around The Pearl - was located because I have been browsing their merchandise almost everytime I visited OHM. In my head, I thought that one day...
I would own some Tahitian Pearls...
and the day finally arrived!
Luckily, one of my friends tagged me on an Instagram Contest, sponsored by OHM, and I entered. That's really nice of the management of OHM to help small businesses advertise their vendors and help them bring in customers! OHM contacted me and gave my name and number to Around The Pearl. After looking at the Instagram photos online, I had a better idea of what I wanted to get.
When I got to Around The Pearl, the owner, Steeve, was very helpful and knowledgeable. He said that he and his wife, Nadine (great name), are from Tahiti. They bring the pearls in directly from Tahiti and have been in business for over 20 years. They supply pearls to local retailers... so... get your pearls here! The prices are better and are of the same high quality!
I told Steeve that I didn't want a necklace, ring, or bracelet because I'm kinda clumsy. Of course, he patiently showed me all of the earrings. At first, I wanted lever back style so that I won't lose the earrings. Then, I saw the heart shaped hoops and that was it. They're different and won't fall off the ears! LOL! Perfect!
So - come to Around The Pearl for that special gift - or treat yourself to one of nature's special ocean treasures! read more