Riptide Pearl Necklace
Fully adjustable. Slide the knot to wear it short or long, and it stays where you set it.
The easiest way to get a layered pearl look with one necklace. Tula Blue’s Riptide Pearl Necklace is a pre-layered, multi-strand pearl necklace: three strands of Tula Blue’s signature hand-spun rope, made from nautical-grade sailboat whipping twine by women in our Texas workshops, with real freshwater pearls floating free along the strands. You get the stacked look of three necklaces in one piece. The rope is waterproof, won’t fray or fade, and is guaranteed for life, so it never has to come off.
Everyone’s new favorite is the Drift Adjustable. Drift mixes three pearl sizes: medium baroque pearls (7 to 8mm), the irregular one-of-a-kind shapes, with small ovals (5.5 to 6.5mm) and dainty ovals (4 to 5mm), for a statement baroque pearl necklace that still feels easy. Its sliding knot lets you wear it high as a pearl choker, long over a sweater, or around your sun hat. Prefer a set length? Choose 14 to 18 inches with our loop and puka shell closure. Or choose Dainty, the original, with matching dainty oval freshwater pearls, 4 to 5mm and our smallest.
These are real freshwater pearls, not faux pearls or plastic. They float free on the rope, with nothing glued or knotted around them and no metal chain rubbing against them, so they move with you. Rope instead of silk thread means there’s nothing to rot or stretch out in the shower, the pool, or the ocean, and because the rope doesn’t soak up water, it dries fast. Pilates, school pickup, the pool, then dinner, all without stopping to take it off. After salt water or chlorine, a quick rinse in fresh water keeps your pearls glowing.
Wear it alone or start your pearl necklace stack with it, and complete the set with the Riptide Pearl Bracelet and Riptide Pearl Anklet, or see all our waterproof necklaces. It’s the gift for the sister who lives at the beach and never takes her jewelry off. Choose the Adjustable and you don’t have to guess her length.
“I love my riptide necklace. It is versatile and goes with everything. The best part, it’s adjustable!” Hailey E.
“The adjustable is awesome and allows me to change the length to go with whatever stack I’m wearing each day.” Lisa C.
Common questions
Can I wear it in the shower, pool and ocean?
Yes. Tula Blue rope doesn’t absorb water, dries fast, and won’t fray or fade, so showers, swims, workouts, and sleep are no problem. Rinse it in fresh water after salt or chlorine to keep your pearls glowing.
Will a layered necklace tangle?
It’s one necklace with one closure, so there are no separate chains to knot together the way a stack of three would. You get the layered look without building a stack every morning.
What’s the difference between Drift and Dainty?
Dainty is the original, with matching dainty oval freshwater pearls, 4 to 5mm, our smallest. Drift is our newest Riptide, with a mix of medium baroque pearls (7 to 8mm), small ovals (5.5 to 6.5mm), and dainty ovals (4 to 5mm) for more of a statement. Both are three strands of hand-spun rope, Adjustable or in set lengths from 14 to 18 inches.
What are irregular pearls called?
Baroque pearls. They grow in natural, uneven shapes, so no two are alike. The Drift Riptide includes medium baroque freshwater pearls, 7 to 8mm.
Can I wear it as a choker?
Yes. Slide the knot up on the Adjustable and it sits at choker length, or choose the 14-inch set length. Slide it down to wear it long.
Does the warranty cover the pearls?
Yes. The rope is guaranteed for life, and the pearls are covered for 365 days.
Why it stays on
The rope is metal-free, so there is nothing to tarnish, wear through or itch. Real freshwater pearls and natural stones on hand-spun nautical-grade rope, soft enough to sleep in, made to your length in Texas. Ocean, pool, shower and sweat are all fine. Skip long soaks in a hot tub with the pearls.
The rope carries a lifetime warranty. If it ever fails, we restring your pearls. They're still yours, and they still carry your history.
Details, fit & care
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The rope is the whole thing.
Most jewelry comes off before the pool, the shower, the gym. Ours does not.
Every adjustable necklace is built on nautical-grade rope, hand-spun in Texas. Waterproof. No metal chains to tarnish. Lightweight.
Swim in it, sweat in it, sleep in it. It still looks new.
"After a month of consistent wear in saltwater, freshwater, and pools, this piece still shines like it's brand new." Carol A.
Slides to fit, no clasp required
Every adjustable necklace features a sliding knot. Slide it to wear the necklace short or long, and it stays right where you set it.
No clasp to fumble with. Just slip it on and adjust.
Since 2014, thousands of people
Jewelry You Leave On
"I love the adjustable necklace! Makes it so easy to stack with my other pieces." Shelby G
"Perfect adjustable necklace to dress up even a hoodie!" Pamela H
"I love my necklace. It is versatile and goes with everything. The best part, it's adjustable!" Hailey E
Made in Texas. Worn everywhere.
Every necklace is made by hand by a team of nearly twenty women in two Texas workshops. Never outsourced, never overseas, since 2014. And a portion of every Give Back piece supports causes we care about, from ocean conservation to disaster relief, with more than $50,000 donated so far.
FAQ
Yes. This is jewelry you leave on.
Our pieces are made with hand-spun rope and designed to be waterproof, sweatproof, and ocean-safe - so you can swim, shower, work out, and travel in it without ever taking it off.
Yes. Tula Blue is made for real life, not just special occasions.
We hand-spin our rope using a nautical-grade material, designed to be strong, flexible, and long-lasting - even with daily wear.
Our adjustable necklaces slide to the length you like, so there's no length to choose.
Our other necklaces and anklets are made to order - simply choose your preferred length for a just-right fit.
Our bracelets slide open to slip over your hand, then snug down to your wrist. Standard fits most adults, with Youth for kids and XL for larger hands.
Our Total Tula and Tula Tie are one-size-fits-all and designed to be worn in multiple ways.
Yes - this is the kind of piece she puts on and leaves on.
It’s meaningful, easy to wear, and designed to go with everything, which makes it one of our most-loved gifts.
Perfect for birthdays, milestones, or just because.
Orders typically ship within 1-3 business days.
You’ll receive tracking as soon as your order is on the way, so you can follow it every step of the way.
We’ve got you.
If your piece needs an adjustment, repair, or exchange, just reach out - we’ll make it right.
The rope is covered by a lifetime warranty. Stones and pearls are covered for 365 days. And we’re always happy to help beyond that.
Most jewelry is made to be taken off.
Tula Blue is made to be left on.
Our pieces are waterproof, lightweight, and designed for everyday wear - from workouts to ocean swims to travel - so there's nothing to take off and nothing to worry about.