Our Story
Olamii is a sustainable boutique brand founded by Ola, a passionate advocate for the ocean. With her background in fashion and a flair for entrepreneurship, Ola now creates timeless island essentials for the bold and the brave with her brand Olamii. Olamii, is dedicated to elevating fashion industry standards by empowering local communities and contributing to ocean protection and restoration. Choosing Olamii means you are making a positive impact through elegant and sustainable choices.
A LOVE LETTER TO THE OCEAN
From Ola’s early childhood days growing up in the capital of Ukraine, she has been intrigued by the ocean. In her early twenties, she travelled across Oceania, lived in Indonesia for 10 years to eventually settle down in Byron Bay, Australia. The ocean is where she finds her inspiration for Olamii’s designs. It is a source of peace, a place for self-reflection, growth, and family joy. Each piece designed is like a love letter to the ocean. It was during a girls' trip to the Gillis just before the pandemic that Ola met Pak Omar, a local pearl craftsman. This off-chance encounter led to the birth of a luxurious, sustainable brand. Up until this day, Pak Omar is still one of Olamii’s most important pearl suppliers. Ola's dedication to the brand has transformed Olamii into what it is today: a jewellery brand that stands for handmade, high-quality pieces.
A SUSTAINABLE JOURNEY TO PRIME QUALITY
Olamii is a dedicated advocate for sustainability and a circular economy. Recognizing the fashion industry's significant carbon footprint, we actively make conscious choices to minimize our impact on the environment. To achieve this, 97% of our materials are sourced within Indonesia, with pearls selected from the pristine Maluku Islands, silver from Kalimantan, and gold from Papua. Each piece is meticulously handcrafted by local artisans in the mountains of Bali, emphasizing a commitment to quality and minimizing environmental impact. At Olamii we believe in creating pieces that last a lifetime,designed to be worn every day. That's why we provide a replating and polishing service, ensuring yourjewellery maintains its charm, even after daily wear.
EMPOWERMENT THROUGH REAL CONNECTIONS
Olamii stands firm in the belief that creating exquisite jewellery should not compromise values, the planet, nor communities. Every Olamii purchase supports the local economy, ensuring fair trade. Ola personally leads the head office in Kerobokan and empowers women without industry experience providing them with training, a healthy working environment, and fair pay. Olamii is more than any other jewellery brand; it has created a small community thriving on empowerment, compassion, and sustainability.
Our waste management strategy centers on small-batch production, avoiding end-of-season surpluses and promoting a slower, more mindful approach to fashion. Challenging traditional marketing trends, we inspire conscious consumerism by staying true to our own pace in designing new collections. Olamii goes the extra mile with handmade, stylish, plastic-free boxes and opts for recycled packaging for worldwide deliveries. By prioritizing local sourcing, generational craftsmanship, and mindful waste reduction, we set a remarkable example of how sustainable practices can reshape the fashion industry narrative.
We exclusively use AAA and AAAA grade pearls, representing the highest quality available