The dahlia that started this design was a Starsister — scarlet and yellow, petals arranged in perfect concentric layers, each one slightly different from the last.
What makes it special:
- Gold vermeil petals with a freshwater pearl at the center, modeled on a real Starsister dahlia
- Choose glossy for shine or matte for something quieter — same design, two moods
- A layered, textured shape that still sits comfortably for all-day wear
Details:
- Material: Gold vermeil (thick gold coated on sterling silver)
- Finish: Glossy or matte — your choice
- Pearl: Freshwater pearl
- Inspired by: Dahlia Starsister® 'Scarlet and Yellow'
- Dahlia symbolism: Elegance, inner strength, creative commitment
Caring For Your Jewelry:
This piece should be stored in a cool, dry place and cleaned carefully with a soft non-abrasive cloth to maintain shine. Read our jewelry care guide to find out how best to care for your jewelry.
Inspiration:
There's a mathematical precision to the way dahlia petals unfold that feels almost impossible for something living.
In the Victorian language of flowers, dahlias represented elegance, inner strength, and commitment to one's creative path. In Mexican culture, where the dahlia is the national flower, they symbolize diversity and dignity. A flower with a lot going on, in the best way.
This earring captures that layered quality — gold vermeil (thick gold coated on sterling silver) petals with a freshwater pearl at the center where the flower opens. Choose glossy for a finish that catches light the way the real flower does in morning sun, or matte for something warmer and quieter — the same flower, an hour later, when the light has softened.