Made In Moris: Celebrating Our Heritage As A Mauritian Jewelry Brand

Whether you’ve been following our journey from the beginning or you’ve just discovered our designs, you’ll know that we’re a proudly Mauritian brand. Our magical little island inspires everything we do, from the names and appearances of our designs to the way that we work. 

With Mauritian Independence Day around the corner, we thought it would be the perfect time to reflect upon and celebrate our Mauritian heritage. Learn more about our love for our island and how it influences Oceano as a whole below! 

Oceano’s Mauritian Roots

Mauritius has been with Oceano before the brand even began.

Our founder Harriet was born and raised in the south of the island, where our atelier currently stands. Her studies and work in art restoration took her to Paris, Rome, and Nairobi, but eventually the charm of the island brought her back home.

An ocean lover through and through, Harriet found herself missing the vibrant shores and brilliantly blue waters that she swam in as a child. It only made sense to bring Oceano back to the place where she found her greatest inspirations. Today, Oceano’s roots are firmly planted in Mauritius. Our team comprises even more passionate and hardworking Mauritians, our boutiques are situated across the island, and our designs are a reflection of the captivating beauty that can only be found on our shores. 

Mauritius, Our Muse

Harriet draws inspiration from a lot of places – the ocean as a whole, her artistic background, the other cities and countries she’s lived in … but there’s always one muse that dominates the Oceano aesthetic. You guessed it, it’s Mauritius.

All of our designs pay homage to our home island through both name and unique design elements. You’ll notice that each piece is named after a particular beach, landmark, or hidden gem on the island – they’re all places we love to visit. 

Certain designs are distinctly Mauritian, like our sugar cane-inspired alphabet charms and our more sculptural pieces. If you see a shell motif, like in our  Riambel or  Agalega designs, know that it’s been sculpted from a real seashell found on one of our favorite Mauritian beaches. We also can’t forget our striking Ile aux Cerfs rings, inspired by the coral reefs that surround the island! 

Made in Moris 

All Oceano pieces are meticulously handcrafted in our South Mauritius atelier. Our commitment to Mauritian artisanry has earned us the “Made in Moris” label, a prestigious certification that recognizes authentic Mauritian craftsmanship, quality, and local expertise.  

We’re one of the only Made in Moris jewelry labels on the island, so this is an accomplishment we’re especially proud of. 

We’re excited to celebrate Mauritius this Independence Day – and every other day of the year. Whether you’re a local, a visitor, or simply an admirer of our beautiful island, we invite you to celebrate with us. All you have to do is wear your Oceano pieces with pride!