About
The Maker
Riana Smith
Twenty years in jewellery. Ten years of Creative Pearls. Every piece still made by hand in Cape Town.
Riana Smith is a seasoned retail professional with over 20 years of experience in the jewellery industry.
With a wealth of knowledge and expertise gained throughout her career, Riana took a bold step 10 years ago to launch her own business, Creative Pearls. Focused on design and manufacturing, her sought-after bespoke designs became very popular.
Through Creative Pearls, she showcases a unique collection of original jewellery creations, selling at festivals, markets and to a diverse range of clients both in South Africa and internationally.
Driven by a passion for quality craftsmanship and design innovation, Riana continues to make her mark in the jewellery industry, one handmade piece at a time.
20+
Years in the jewellery industry
10
Years of Creative Pearls
100%
Handmade in Cape Town
SA
Clients across South Africa
"Every pearl is different. That is the whole point of them, and it is why no two pieces I make are ever quite the same."
Riana Smith, FounderCraftsmanship
Every piece is designed, assembled and finished by hand. Nothing is mass produced and nothing leaves the studio unless Riana is happy with it.
Design Innovation
Bespoke work has been at the heart of Creative Pearls from the beginning, from one-off commissions to reworking pearls that have been in a family for generations.
Genuine Pearls
Real freshwater pearls, individually selected. Hand knotted at affordable prices.
Come and See the Pieces
Browse the collection online, or find us at one of the markets we trade at through the year.