Inspired by the South Australian coastline, the Oceanic Collection celebrates the extraordinary forms found beneath the sea.
Each piece begins with a real marine specimen which is carefully cast into sterling silver, preserving the intricate textures and details created by nature. Seaweed, shells, seahorses and other coastal treasures become wearable keepsakes that reflect a connection to the ocean.
Freshwater pearls feature throughout the collection, complementing the organic forms and adding a timeless quality to the designs.
Growing up surrounded by Australia's coastline has fostered a deep appreciation for marine environments and the remarkable structures found within them. Through jewellery, I aim to capture these fleeting natural forms and transform them into lasting objects.
The collection includes seaweed jewellery, seahorse jewellery, Leafy Seadragon designs, pearl jewellery and coastal-inspired sterling silver pieces handcrafted in Adelaide.
Every piece is handmade in Adelaide, South Australia by Olivia Dryden and produced in small quantities.
Handmade Ocean Inspired Jewellery
The Leafy Seadragon Pendant is a handcrafted sterling silver necklace made in Adelaide, South Australia by Olivia Dryden. It belongs to the Oceanic Collection, a series inspired by marine life, coastal forms and the textures of the South Australian shoreline.
The design draws from the delicate form of the leafy seadragon, one of South Australia’s most distinctive marine creatures. Its drifting, leaf-like appendages are translated into sterling silver, creating a pendant that feels sculptural, organic and gently sea-worn.
Worn on a sterling silver chain, the pendant becomes a quiet tribute to the ocean: refined, meaningful and connected to the strange beauty of marine life.
Materials: Sterling silver
Process: Each pendant is handmade in small quantities using traditional silversmithing techniques. Slight differences in texture, shape and finish should be expected as part of the handmade process.
Dimensions:Pendant: 4.2 cm x 2.7 cm. 45 cm length chain.
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FAQ
Q1: How do I clean the Leafy Seadragon Pendant?
A: Avoid perfumes, lotions and harsh chemicals, and gently polish the sterling silver with a soft jewellery cloth. Because the Leafy Seadragon forms have fine, hard-to-reach details, a silver dip may be used occasionally if needed. Always follow the silver dip instructions carefully, rinse thoroughly and dry completely.
Q2: What chain length does the Leafy Seadragon Pendant come with?
A: The pendant comes on a 45 cm sterling silver chain, designed to sit comfortably at the neckline while allowing the seadragon form to remain the focus.
Q3: Is the Leafy Seadragon Pendant suitable as a gift?
A: Yes. Each piece is packaged in an Olivia Dryden Jewellery branded velvet pouch and is suited to ocean lovers, nature collectors and those who appreciate handmade jewellery with story, detail and meaning.
The Small Seahorse & Pearl Earrings are handcrafted sterling silver earrings made in Adelaide, South Australia by Olivia Dryden. They belong to the Oceanic Collection, a series inspired by marine life, coastal forms and the textures of the South Australian shoreline.
The design began with a real seahorse found along the South Australian coastline. It was carefully moulded so its curled form, ridged body and delicate natural detail could be preserved before being transformed into sterling silver.
Freshwater pearls hang beneath the small seahorse forms, adding soft organic lustre and a gentle sense of movement. The result is refined, oceanic and quietly unusual: a pair of earrings shaped by the coastline, natural specimens and the handmade process.
Materials: Sterling silver and freshwater pearls.
Process: Each pair is handmade in small quantities using traditional silversmithing and casting techniques. The original seahorse was carefully moulded before being cast in sterling silver. Slight differences in texture, finish and pearl character should be expected as part of the handmade process.
Dimensions: Earring length: 4.5 cm.
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FAQ
Q1: Are the Small Seahorse & Pearl Earrings suitable as a gift?
A: Yes. Each piece is packaged in an Olivia Dryden Jewellery branded velvet pouch and is suited to collectors who appreciate handmade jewellery with symbolism, story and a slightly gothic sensibility.
Q2: Will the freshwater pearls look exactly the same as the photo?
A: Freshwater pearls are natural materials, so each pearl may vary slightly in shape, surface and lustre. These subtle differences are part of the character of handmade jewellery made with natural materials.
Q3: How do I clean the Small Seahorse & Pearl Earrings?
A: Avoid perfumes, lotions and harsh chemicals, and gently polish the sterling silver with a soft jewellery cloth. Because these earrings include freshwater pearls, do not place the pearls in silver dip. A silver dip may be used occasionally on the sterling silver seahorse forms only, following the product instructions carefully before rinsing and drying completely.
The Small Seahorse Pendant is a handcrafted sterling silver necklace made in Adelaide, South Australia by Olivia Dryden. It belongs to the Oceanic Collection, a series inspired by marine life, coastal forms and the textures of the South Australian shoreline.
The design began with a real seahorse found along the South Australian coastline. It was carefully moulded so its curled form, ridged body and delicate natural detail could be preserved before being transformed into sterling silver.
Small in scale but rich in texture, this pendant offers a subtle connection to the sea. Worn on a sterling silver chain, it becomes a refined ocean-inspired keepsake shaped by the coastline, memory and the handmade process.
Materials: Sterling silver
Process: Each pendant is handmade in small quantities using traditional silversmithing and casting techniques. The original seahorse was carefully moulded before being cast in sterling silver. Slight differences in texture, shape and finish should be expected as part of the handmade process.
Dimensions: 1.7 x 1.2 cm. 45 cm length chain
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FAQ
Q1: Is the Small Seahorse Pendant made from a real seahorse?
A: The finished pendant is made from sterling silver, not organic material. The design began with a real seahorse found along the South Australian coastline, which was carefully moulded so its curled form, ridged body and fine natural detail could be preserved before being cast in sterling silver.
Q2: How do I clean the Small Seahorse Pendant ?
A: Avoid perfumes, lotions and harsh chemicals, and gently polish the sterling silver with a soft jewellery cloth. Because the earrings include a freshwater pearl or onyx drop, do not place the drop in silver dip. A silver dip may be used occasionally on the silver components only, following the product instructions carefully before rinsing and drying completely.
Q3: Is the Small Seahorse Pendant suitable as a gift?
A: Yes. Each piece is packaged in an Olivia Dryden Jewellery branded velvet pouch and is suited to ocean lovers, nature collectors and those who appreciate handmade jewellery with story, detail and meaning.
The Leafy Seadragon Brooch is a handcrafted sterling silver brooch made in Adelaide, South Australia by Olivia Dryden. It belongs to the Oceanic Collection, a series inspired by marine life, coastal forms and the textures of the South Australian shoreline.
The design draws from the delicate form of the leafy seadragon, one of South Australia’s most distinctive marine creatures. Its drifting, leaf-like appendages are translated into sterling silver, creating a brooch that feels both sculptural and gently sea-worn.
Worn on clothing, a scarf or a hat, the brooch becomes a small tribute to the ocean: refined, organic and connected to the quiet beauty of marine life.
Materials: Sterling silver
Process: Each brooch is handmade in small quantities using traditional silversmithing techniques. Slight differences in texture, shape and finish should be expected as part of the handmade process.
Dimensions: 4.2 x 2.7 cm.
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FAQ
Q1: How do I clean the Leafy Seadragon Brooch?
A: Avoid perfumes, lotions and harsh chemicals, and gently polish the sterling silver with a soft jewellery cloth. Because the leafy Seadrsgon forms have fine, hard-to-reach details, a silver dip may be used occasionally if needed. Always follow the silver dip instructions carefully, rinse thoroughly and dry completely.
Q2: How can I wear the Leafy Seadragon Brooch?
A: The brooch can be worn on jackets, coats, scarves, hats or heavier fabrics where the pin can sit securely. Its sculptural form makes it suitable as both wearable jewellery and a small collectible ocean-inspired object.
Q3: Is the Leafy Seadragon Brooch suitable as a gift?
A: Yes. Each piece is packaged in an Olivia Dryden Jewellery branded velvet pouch and is suited to ocean
The Crab with Pearl Drop Hook Earrings are handcrafted sterling silver earrings made in Adelaide, South Australia by Olivia Dryden. They belong to the Oceanic Collection, a series inspired by marine life, coastal forms and the textures of the South Australian shoreline.
The design began with a real crab found along the South Australian coastline. It was carefully moulded so its small body, legs, claws and natural surface detail could be preserved before being transformed into sterling silver.
Freshwater pearls hang beneath the silver crab forms, adding soft organic lustre and a gentle sense of movement. The result is detailed, oceanic and quietly unusual: a pair of earrings shaped by the coastline, natural specimens and the handmade process.
Materials: Sterling silver and freshwater pearls.
Process:
Each pair is handmade in small quantities using traditional silversmithing and casting techniques. The original crab was carefully moulded before being cast in sterling silver. Slight differences in texture, finish and pearl character should be expected as part of the handmade process.
Dimensions: 4 cm x 2.5 cm.
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FAQ
Q1: What do crab earrings symbolise?
A: Crabs are often associated with protection, resilience and adaptability. In these earrings, the crab form also reflects a direct connection to the South Australian shoreline and the small natural details found along the coast.
Q2: Will the freshwater pearls look exactly the same as the photo?
A: Freshwater pearls are natural materials, so each pearl may vary slightly in shape, surface and lustre. These subtle differences are part of the character of handmade jewellery made with natural materials.
Q3: How do I clean the Crab with Pearl Drop Hook Earrings?
A: Avoid perfumes, lotions and harsh chemicals, and gently polish the sterling silver with a soft jewellery cloth. Because these earrings include freshwater pearls, do not place the pearls in silver dip. A silver dip may be used occasionally on the sterling silver crab forms only, following the product instructions carefully before rinsing and drying completely.
The Kissing Seahorses Pendant is a handcrafted sterling silver necklace made in Adelaide, South Australia by Olivia Dryden. It belongs to the Oceanic Collection, a series inspired by marine life, coastal forms and the textures of the South Australian shoreline.
The design began with real seahorse forms found along the South Australian coastline. They were carefully moulded so their curled bodies, ridged texture and delicate natural detail could be preserved before being transformed into sterling silver.
Arranged to face one another, the two seahorses create a tender ocean-inspired pendant with a quiet sense of connection. Freshwater pearls add soft organic lustre, bringing gentle movement and contrast to the sculptural silver forms.
Materials: Sterling silver, freshwater pearls.
Process: Each pendant is handmade in small quantities using traditional silversmithing and casting techniques. The original seahorse forms were carefully moulded before being cast in sterling silver. Slight differences in texture, finish and pearl character should be expected as part of the handmade process.
Dimensions: 3cm x 2.5 cm. 45cm length chain.
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FAQ
Q1: How do I clean the Kissing Seahorses Pendant ?
A: Avoid perfumes, lotions and harsh chemicals, and gently polish the sterling silver with a soft jewellery cloth. Because the pendant includes freshwater pearls, do not place the pearls or stone in silver dip. A silver dip may be used occasionally on the sterling silver components only, following the product instructions carefully before rinsing and drying completely.
Q2: What does the kissing seahorse design symbolise?
A: The two seahorses facing one another suggest connection, tenderness and the quiet rhythms of marine life. The design keeps the oceanic detail refined while giving the pendant a gentle symbolic quality.
Q3: Will the freshwater pearls look exactly the same as the photo?
A: Freshwater pearls are natural materials, so each pearl may vary slightly in shape, surface and lustre. These subtle differences are part of the character of handmade jewellery made with natural materials.
The Scallop Shell & Pearl Earrings are handcrafted sterling silver earrings made in Adelaide, South Australia by Olivia Dryden. They belong to the Oceanic Collection, a series inspired by marine life, shells, seaweed and the textures of the South Australian coastline.
The design began with a real scallop shell found along the South Australian coastline. It was carefully moulded so its fan-like form, ridged surface and natural shell detail could be preserved before being transformed into sterling silver.
Freshwater pearls hang beneath the silver shell forms, adding soft organic lustre and a gentle sense of movement. The result is refined, coastal and quietly unusual: a pair of earrings shaped by the shoreline, natural specimens and the handmade process.
Materials: Sterling silver and freshwater pearls.
Process: Each pair is handmade in small quantities using traditional silversmithing and casting techniques. The original scallop shell was carefully moulded before being cast in sterling silver. Slight differences in texture, finish and pearl character should be expected as part of the handmade process.
Dimensions: 4 cm x 1.4 cm.
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FAQ
Q1: Are the Scallop Shell & Pearl Earrings suitable as a gift?
A: Yes. Each piece is packaged in an Olivia Dryden Jewellery branded velvet pouch and is suited to collectors, nature lovers and those who appreciate handmade jewellery with story, detail and meaning.
Q2: Will the freshwater pearls look exactly the same as the photo?
A: Freshwater pearls are natural materials, so each pearl may vary slightly in shape, surface and lustre. These subtle differences are part of the character of handmade jewellery made with natural materials.
Q3: How do I clean the Scallop Shell & Pearl Earrings?
A: Avoid perfumes, lotions and harsh chemicals, and gently polish the sterling silver with a soft jewellery cloth. Because these earrings include freshwater pearls, do not place the pearls in silver dip. A silver dip may be used occasionally on the sterling silver shell forms only, following the product instructions carefully before rinsing and drying completely.
The Small Seahorse Stud Earrings are handcrafted sterling silver earrings made in Adelaide, South Australia by Olivia Dryden. They belong to the Oceanic Collection, a series inspired by marine life, coastal forms and the textures of the South Australian shoreline.
The design began with a real seahorse found along the South Australian coastline. It was carefully moulded so its curled form, ridged body and delicate natural detail could be preserved before being transformed into sterling silver.
Small in scale but rich in detail, these studs offer a subtle connection to the sea. The result is refined, oceanic and quietly unusual: a wearable keepsake shaped by the coastline, memory and the handmade process.
Materials: Sterling silver
Process: Each pair is handmade in small quantities using traditional silversmithing and casting techniques. The original seahorse was carefully moulded before being cast in sterling silver. Slight differences in texture, shape and finish should be expected as part of the handmade process.
Dimensions: 1.7 cm x 1.2 cm.
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FAQ
Q1: Are the Small Seahorse Stud Earrings suitable as a gift?
A: Yes. Each piece is packaged in an Olivia Dryden Jewellery branded velvet pouch and is suited to collectors who appreciate handmade jewellery with symbolism, story and a slightly gothic sensibility.
Q2: Are these earrings suitable for everyday wear?
A: Yes. Their small stud format makes them easy to wear while still carrying the fine detail and story of the original seahorse specimen.
Q3: How do I clean the Small Seahorse Stud Earrings?
A: Avoid perfumes, lotions and harsh chemicals, and gently polish the sterling silver with a soft jewellery cloth. Because the seahorse form has fine, hard-to-reach details, a silver dip may be used occasionally if needed. Always follow the instructions carefully, rinse thoroughly and dry completely.