Materials & Care Guide
​The Seaform Standard.
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​At Seaform Studio, we don’t do fragile. Our materials are chosen to handle the wild duality of the coast, from the heavy Pacific swell to the quiet treasures left on the sand. ​
We use 316L and 304 Stainless Steel because even a Beach Emu knows that standard jewellery doesn't stand a chance against salt and grit. These metals provide a rust-proof and hypoallergenic foundation that won't turn your skin green. For our gold and silver finishes, a high-tech PVD vacuum bond is used. This process creates a surface that is ten times tougher than traditional plating, ensuring your 18k gold or polished silver glow stays bright even when the surf gets rough. ​
We then finish each piece with foraged sea glass, pearls, shells, and stones to capture that authentic, tide-tumbled soul. By merging industrial-strength tech with organic beauty, we create jewellery that doesn't just look like the ocean. It’s built to live in it.​
The Emu's Essentials​
316L Marine Grade Steel: Our "Big Bird" professional grade used for heavy-duty pieces that live in the salt.
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​304 Premium Steel: A high-strength, tarnish-resistant foundation for our lighter lifestyle designs.
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​PVD Gold & Silver: Our gold pieces are bonded with either 18k gold or gold colour, while our silver-toned pieces use the same high-tech PVD process for a finish that won't flake or peel.
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​Shoreline Gems: Genuine sea glass, pearls, shells, and foraged stones that bring the organic soul of the Mid Coast to every design. Care Tip: For dulling sea glass, wash with mild soap and a soft toothbrush.
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Artisan Metals: Some of our decorative bails and wire-wraps use Brass or Copper for a vintage, sun-bleached look. Care Tip: These specific elements may develop a natural patina over time when exposed to heavy salt—we call this "character," but a quick rinse in fresh water keeps them bright. ​
Deep Sea
316L Steel, PVD 18k Gold & Sea Glass
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Rust-proof and surf-ready, these pieces are built for the elements. After the ocean, rinse with fresh water to clear salt and dry with a soft cloth to maintain that mirror polish.​
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Mid-Tide
304 Steel, Pearls, Shells, & Natural Stones
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Built for daily swims and an active lifestyle. While the steel is rust-proof, the organic treasures prefer a quick fresh-water rinse after swimming to stay clear and vibrant. Pat dry with a soft cloth.
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Shoreline
Beads & Decorative Metals
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​Built for life, but better off dry. Remove your jewellery before heavy workouts or surfing. Put these pieces on after sunscreen/perfume. Keep lotions away from delicate beads and store in a cool, dry spot.
Welcome to the heart of Seaform Studio, where we create jewellery that balances the raw beauty of the coastline with the industrial strength of marine-grade metals. Every piece is born from a desire to capture the "worn by the water" aesthetic while remaining resilient enough for a salt-soaked life.
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Our jewellery is built for the Pacific swell, using high-performance PVD-bonded steel that is engineered to be significantly more durable than traditional plating. However, because we also use organic treasures like sea glass, pearls, and shells, even the strongest pieces appreciate a little respect to maintain their high-performance glow.
The Tide Guide is designed to help you care for your treasures, ensuring they stay as bright as a Mid Coast sunrise, whether you're diving into the deep or wandering the shoreline.