At first glance, my life sparkled – corporate success in Shanghai, a wardrobe full of big-logo jewelry, and the polished confidence to match. I thought I had it all. But in 2023, a diagnosis of severe atrophic gastritis forced me to pause. The corporate world wasn’t built to accommodate fragility, and I had to step away.

Worse still, when I tried to resell my luxury jewelry, I was stunned to learn it had lost over 80% of its value. That glossy perfection? It faded fast.

Raffie Pearls was born from the shift that followed. I began designing and hand-making pieces not for show, but for substance. Living just two hours from Zhuji Pearl Town – the world’s largest pearl hub – I handpick every pearl myself. I choose them for their natural luster and soulful color, not for flawlessness.

Because let’s face it – life was never meant to be perfect. Not yours, not mine, and certainly not pearls. And that’s a beautiful thing. The tiny quirks, the soulful glow – that’s where real beauty lives.

Every piece at Raffie Pearls is designed with care and crafted from skin-safe, enduring materials. We use hypoallergenic S925 sterling silver, high-quality stainless steel, and 18k PVD gold plating that keeps its color over time. No brass, no shortcuts, and nothing that’ll leave green marks behind. Stainless Steel vs Sterling Silver, Gold-Filled & Brass: Best Jewelry Metals

This is affordable fine jewelry with heart – pieces made to be worn, lived in, and loved. Jewelry that tells your story, not someone else’s ideal.

Thank you for being here. I hope you find something that feels like you.

— Raffie