50 Years of Cultured Pearls Celebrated with Prestigious Competition & Public Vote
*Papeete, November 30 – December 4, 2024* – The Maison de la Perle transforms the Sofitel Tahiti into a pearl lover’s paradise for its Golden Jubilee celebrations, featuring the coveted “Most Beautiful Cultured Pearl” competition. This five-day extravaganza blends luxury, history, and Polynesian craftsmanship.
The Crown Jewel: Two-Stage Competition
👑 Phase 1 – Expert Selection (Nov 30-Dec 2)
- Local buyers (jewelers/traders) nominate Top 3 pearls across 5 shape categories
- Judged on: Color depth, Surface quality, Size (min. 12mm), Luster intensity
👑 Phase 2 – Public Vote (Dec 3-4)
- Visitors and online participants choose the ultimate winner
- Winning pearl to star in 2025 global ad campaigns
Jubilee Highlights
✨ Heritage Exhibition
- 18-meter timeline tracing 400 years of pearl history
- Rare archival footage of first Polynesian pearl grafts (1961)
✨ Jewelry Showcase
- 30+ Polynesian designers unveil exclusive collections
- Pop-up sales at Hotel Lobby & Paevai Room
✨ Gala Night (Dec 4)
- Charity auction benefiting atoll youth education
- Fashion show featuring pearl-embedded haute couture
Why This Matters
🔹 Quality Benchmark: Reinforces Tahitian pearls’ luxury status amid market competition
🔹 Economic Boost: Expected 200M XPF (≈€1.7M) in direct sales
🔹 Next-Gen Engagement: VR stations let visitors “dive” into pearl farms
“This isn’t just a contest—it’s a rebirth of our pearl legacy,” says Maison de la Perle Director [Name].
Visitor Info: Free entry | Voting via TahitiPearl50.pf
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