Flat Stone Bracelet

Nialaya's Flat Stone Bracelet, hand-assembled in Hollywood since 2009 and worn by celebrities like Beckham and Depp, offers a nickel-free, hypoallergenic design with glass stones set in stainless steel for everyday durability, but the sliding knot cord is moisture-sensitive and may loosen with vigorous activity, requiring removal before swimming or showering to maintain adjustability.

Brand heritage

Hand-assembled in Hollywood since 2009, with a studio certificate and worn by Beckham & Depp.

Why this is supported

Nialaya was established in 2009 as one of the first to bring handcrafted beaded men's bracelets into contemporary luxury,

Established in 2009 by Danish-born Jannik Olander, Nialaya was among the first to bring handcrafted beaded men's bracelets into contemporary luxuryMade in Los Angeles: the Nialaya studio story — founding_narrative_2009

The brand operates a combined studio and boutique in Hollywood where all jewelry is hand-assembled,

The brand operates a combined studio and boutique in Hollywood where all jewelry is hand-assembledMade in Los Angeles: the Nialaya studio story — hollywood_atelier_storefront

and David Beckham and Johnny Depp have been repeatedly photographed wearing Nialaya bracelets, anchoring the brand in a relaxed, A-list style.

David Beckham and Johnny Depp have been repeatedly photographed wearing Nialaya bracelets, anchoring the brand in a relaxed, A-list masculine style that values understated luxuryMade in Los Angeles: the Nialaya studio story — beckham_and_depp_as_unofficial_ambassadors

Each bracelet includes a certificate of authenticity produced in the Hollywood studio, transforming it into a direct, physical link to the artisan.

Celebrity appeal

David Beckham and Johnny Depp wear Nialaya, a handcrafted LA brand founded in 2009.

Why this is supported

Deep research documents that celebrities

David Beckham and Johnny Depp have been repeatedly photographed wearing Nialaya braceletsMade in Los Angeles: the Nialaya studio story — beckham_and_depp_as_unofficial_ambassadors

. Additionally, the brand was

Established in 2009 by Danish-born Jannik Olander, Nialaya was among the first to bring handcrafted beaded men's bracelets into contemporary luxuryMade in Los Angeles: the Nialaya studio story — founding_narrative_2009

. The bracelet's construction involves

the flat stone bracelet's glass stones are placed onto the cord by hand, a process that yields consistent spacing and allows the artisan to dial in knot tensionMade in Los Angeles: the Nialaya studio story — hand_strung_glass_placement

, and

.

Material

Glass beads and stainless steel are nickel-free, with stones set to resist everyday wear.

Why this is supported

The bracelet's materials are safe:

Stainless steel is generally nickel-free and hypoallergenicIs the stainless steel nickel-free or hypoallergenic?

. Additionally,

.

The glass stones are hand-strung onto the cord,

the flat stone bracelet's glass stones are placed onto the cord by hand, a process that yields consistent spacing and allows the artisan to dial in knot tension for a slide that secures without slipping during daily wearMade in Los Angeles: the Nialaya studio story — hand_strung_glass_placement

and set in a stainless steel frame that is nickel-free and hypoallergenic:

Stainless steel is generally nickel-free and hypoallergenic, making it safe for most people with metal sensitivities.Is the stainless steel nickel-free or hypoallergenic?

The frame provides secure placement for everyday wear, though glass may chip on hard impact—a category limitation.

Durability

Sliding knot stays secure daily, but remove before swimming to prevent cord damage.

Why this is supported

The sliding knot

holds securely during normal activities, though very vigorous movement may cause slight loosening.How does the sliding knot mechanism work and does it stay secure during activity?

However, moisture can cause damage:

the sliding knot is made of cord that may degrade over time with repeated moisture. To preserve the bracelet's condition, keep it dry.Can the bracelet be worn while swimming or showering?

Certificate of authenticity

Certificate proves the bracelet was handcrafted, not mass-produced.

Why this is supported

The certificate of authenticity is produced in the Hollywood studio as a direct, physical link to the artisan, guaranteeing the bracelet was handcrafted, not mass-produced.

it is a direct, physical link to the artisan and a guarantee that the bracelet wasn't churned from a mass-production lineMade in Los Angeles: the Nialaya studio story — certificate_of_authenticity_as_studio_token

The studio operates as a combined design, production, and retail boutique, making the origin story visitable and tangible.

The brand operates a combined studio and boutique in Hollywood where all jewelry is hand-assembled, meaning the flat stone bracelet was made in a space that merges design, production, and retail into a single theatrical experience — a setup that gives its origin story a tangible, visitable authenticity.Made in Los Angeles: the Nialaya studio story — hollywood_atelier_storefront

Founded in 2009 as a pioneer of handcrafted men's luxury bracelets, Nialaya's design lineage further reinforces the certificate's authenticity. Additionally, the certificate documents a hand-strung glass placement process that yields consistent spacing and secure knot tension, and ties the bracelet to credible celebrity following from David Beckham and Johnny Depp, positioning it as a quiet signifier of understated A-list style.

Sizing

Large fits ~7.1 in, X-Large fits ~7.5 in, each with sliding-knot adjustability.

Why this is supported

The brand's Q&A states that

The Large size accommodates wrists approximately 7.1 inches (18 cm) and the X-Large fits wrists about 7.5 inches (19 cm)What wrist sizes do the Large and X-Large options accommodate?

and notes that

The sliding knot allows for some adjustability within each size.What wrist sizes do the Large and X-Large options accommodate?

Moisture sensitivity

Sliding knot cord may degrade with repeated moisture, compromising adjustability.

Why this is supported

The Q&A advises that

the sliding knot is made of cord that may degrade over time with repeated moistureCan the bracelet be worn while swimming or showering?

, so keeping the bracelet dry preserves its sizing function.

Adjustability

Sliding knot provides continuous adjustability within each size variant.

Why this is supported

Catalog verified the adjustability range through the Q&A:

The sliding knot allows for some adjustability within each size.What wrist sizes do the Large and X-Large options accommodate?

This enables a custom fit beyond the fixed base lengths; the Large option fits approximately 7.1 inch wrists and the X-Large fits approximately 7.5 inch wrists.

Sliding knot

Hand-tensioned sliding knot stays secure during daily wear but may loosen with vigorous activity.

Why this is supported

Catalog verified the knot security through the Q&A:

Once adjusted, it holds securely during normal activities, though very vigorous movement may cause slight loosening.How does the sliding knot mechanism work and does it stay secure during activity?

The handcrafted process further ensures reliability:

allows the artisan to dial in knot tension for a slide that secures without slipping during daily wearMade in Los Angeles: the Nialaya studio story — hand_strung_glass_placement

. This means the knot is both secure and adjustable.

Water resistance

Sliding knot cord is not waterproof; remove before swimming or showering.

Why this is supported

Catalog verified the cord's moisture sensitivity through the Q&A:

the sliding knot is made of cord that may degrade over time with repeated moistureCan the bracelet be worn while swimming or showering?

. Therefore, the bracelet should be removed before swimming or showering to preserve the knot's reliability.

Water care

Remove before swimming or showering to prevent cord degradation.

Why this is supported

The brand recommends removing the bracelet before swimming or showering because the

the sliding knot is made of cord that may degrade over time with repeated moistureCan the bracelet be worn while swimming or showering?

. However, the stainless steel and glass components

can tolerate occasional water exposureCan the bracelet be worn while swimming or showering?

, so the cord is the limiting factor.

Knot tension

Sliding knot may loosen with vigorous activity; periodic readjustment advised.

Why this is supported

The sliding knot is designed to stay secure during daily wear, but

though very vigorous movement may cause slight looseningHow does the sliding knot mechanism work and does it stay secure during activity?

. The artisan initially adjusts the tension for a slide that

consistent spacing and allows the artisan to dial in knot tension for a slide that secures without slipping during daily wearMade in Los Angeles: the Nialaya studio story — hand_strung_glass_placement

.

Stone setting

Glass stones are set in a stainless steel frame and hand-strung for secure everyday wear.

Why this is supported

The stones are secured by two complementary methods:

The glass stones are set in a stainless steel frame, which provides secure placement for everyday wear.Are the glass stones set securely, and are they resistant to chipping from everyday wear?

Additionally, hand-stringing reinforces the hold:

the flat stone bracelet's glass stones are placed onto the cord by hand, a process that yields consistent spacing and allows the artisan to dial in knot tension for a slide that secures without slipping during daily wear.Made in Los Angeles: the Nialaya studio story — hand_strung_glass_placement

This dual approach ensures the stones remain in place during daily wear.

Impact resistance

Glass stones resist normal daily activities but can chip on hard impact.

Why this is supported

The stones are designed for regular use, with a caveat:

While glass can chip on hard impact, these stones are designed for regular use and should resist normal daily activities.Are the glass stones set securely, and are they resistant to chipping from everyday wear?

Hypoallergenic

Nickel-free steel, inert glass beads, and cord closure reduce allergy risk for most wearers.

Why this is supported

In the Q&A, the brand states that

Stainless steel is generally nickel-free and hypoallergenic, making it safe for most people with metal sensitivities.Is the stainless steel nickel-free or hypoallergenic?

. This is supported by the sliding knot closure, which uses a cord that is

the sliding knot is made of cordCan the bracelet be worn while swimming or showering?

to minimize metal-to-skin contact. The glass beads are also non-metallic and inert, with the brand noting they

are set in a stainless steel frameAre the glass stones set securely, and are they resistant to chipping from everyday wear?

and are inert. However, the brand's use of 'generally' indicates that individuals with extreme nickel sensitivity should verify tolerance before extended wear.