Handcrafted Hawaiian Jewelry, Born from the Sea

Aloha. I'm Brooke Kahawai Holt — a native Hawaiian artisan, ocean lover, and the hands behind every piece at 21 Degrees North Designs.

My home is where my ancestral roots are, Mākaha, Hawaii, where the ocean isn't just a backdrop — it's a way of life.

Growing up surrounded by the rhythms of the Pacific, I developed a deep reverence for the sea and the living world beneath its surface.

That connection never left me. It shaped who I am, how I see beauty, and ultimately, how I create.

Where the Ocean Meets Artistry

Every piece in my collection begins with the ocean — its colors, its textures, its quiet power. I hold a commercial marine license, which means I spend real time on the water, not just admiring it from shore. The way light filters through a wave, the iridescence of a shell, the organic curves of coral — these are my muse, my design studio, and my greatest teacher.

At 21 Degrees North Designs, I work with non-traditional materials and techniques to bring that oceanic world to life in wearable form. Each piece is handcrafted by my own hands in Hawaii, blending the spirit of the islands with a luxurious, beachy aesthetic that travels beautifully — whether you're on a Honolulu beach or halfway around the world.

Limited Batches. Intentional Creation.

I believe in making things with intention. That's why every collection is produced in exclusive, limited batches — never mass-produced, never rushed. When you wear a piece from 21 Degrees North, you're wearing something truly rare: a one-of-a-kind expression of Hawaiian craftsmanship that won't be replicated.

This isn't just a business practice — it's kuleana. In Hawaiian culture, kuleana means responsibility and privilege. It's the understanding that what we create, we are accountable for. I take that seriously in every design, every material choice, and every piece that leaves my hands.

Rooted in Hawaiian Culture & Values

Hawaii is more than where I live — it's who I am. The values of aloha — love, compassion, and harmony — are woven into everything I make. I draw deeply from my native Hawaiian heritage, honoring the traditions of my ancestors while bringing something fresh and contemporary to the world of handcrafted jewelry.

Over the years, I've had the privilege of capturing the beauty of Hawaii and Australia through my work, finding inspiration in two of the world's most breathtaking coastal landscapes. That sense of wonder never gets old.

Feel Like a Tropical Goddess

My jewelry is made for women who feel most alive near the water — who carry a little bit of island spirit wherever they go. Whether you're drawn to the shimmer of the sea or the warmth of the Hawaiian sun, I hope my pieces make you feel exactly as they're intended: like a tropical goddess.

Thank you for being here. Thank you for supporting handcrafted, native Hawaiian artisan jewelry made with love, intention, and a whole lot of aloha.

Me ke aloha, Brooke 

Founder & Creative Director - 21 Degrees North Designs - Mākaha, Hawaiʻi