Our Materials

Real elements. Honest craft. Quiet light.

At Solis, every piece begins with materials that are real — not simulated, not over-polished for show, but chosen for their natural character and lasting quality. We design with intention: metals that hold, pearls that breathe, stones that carry quiet energy, and woods that ground. When you wear Solis, you wear a piece of the earth — refined, touched by hand, and made to live with you.

 Soft luster, honest materials.

Metals We Use

Built to last. Crafted to feel real.

14K Gold Filled (made in the USA)
A substantial layer of genuine 14K gold is permanently bonded to a base metal. Unlike thin plating, gold-filled pieces are highly durable and resist fading or flaking — designed for everyday wear and slow living.

925 Sterling Silver
Solid 925 sterling silver, polished and finished with an anti-tarnish treatment for longevity. Clean, luminous, and timeless.

18K Gold Vermeil over Sterling Silver
Thick 18K gold applied over sterling silver for a warm, elegant glow with a comfortable, skin-friendly base. Vermeil offers the look and feel of gold while keeping sterling silver at its heart.

All Solis metals are nickel-free and selected for comfort and longevity.

14K gold filled, sterling silver, 18K vermeil — crafted to last.

Natural Pearls

Every pearl carries its own light.

We work primarily with freshwater pearls — baroque, Edison, near-round, and softly tinted varieties — for their unique shapes, surface texture, and gentle luster. Each freshwater pearl is naturally formed and one-of-a-kind.

We also select a small portion of saltwater pearls for special pieces: Tahitian pearls, luminous Akoya (noted for their beautiful sheen), and South Sea golden pearls. Saltwater pearls bring rare color and iridescence; freshwater pearls bring warmth and individuality. We embrace their natural imperfections — they are part of the story.

Freshwater forms and rare saltwater pearls — each one unique.

Gemstones with Energy

Color, clarity, and quiet resonance.

Our gemstones are natural, hand-selected for color, texture, and energetic presence. You will find stones such as:
Amethyst, Clear Quartz, Smoky Quartz, Peridot, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Agate (including red agate), Tourmaline, and Tiger’s Eye.

Each stone carries its own character and is chosen not only for appearance but for the subtle sense it brings — protection, balance, or calm. We pair stones intentionally so each combination feels harmonious and meaningful.

Natural Woods

Warmth, grain, and grounding scent.

Some designs pair pearls and stones with precious woods like small-leaf red sandalwood (Xiao Ye Zitan) and Huanghuali. These woods are selected for their fine grain, natural aroma, and warm presence. Wood elements bring an organic counterpoint to metal and stone — a quiet reminder of the hand and the earth.

Precious wood details for warmth and grounding.

How We Choose Materials

Mindful, ethical, lasting.

We prioritize natural materials and small-batch sourcing. Each selection is made with durability and wearability in mind so your Solis piece can be part of your daily life. We avoid synthetic substitutes and fast-fashion shortcuts; instead we choose elements that age with grace.

Care & Longevity

Simple care to keep your pieces bright.

  • Avoid prolonged contact with perfumes, lotions, and salt water.
  • Remove jewelry for heavy activity or sleep when possible.
  • Store pieces separately in a soft pouch or lined box.
  • For gold-filled and vermeil, gentle polishing with a soft cloth restores shine.
  • For pearls and wood, wipe gently with a soft, slightly damp cloth; avoid chemicals.

With simple care, our materials are meant to last — to soften and gain character alongside you.

A Final Thought

We select materials that are alive — imperfect, unique, and quietly powerful. Each pearl, stone, and grain of wood carries a story. At Solis, we turn those stories into pieces you can wear every day.

Wear a story. Wear Solis.