Poutama

These earrings symbolize spiritual and personal growth, learning progression, and life's journey, often seen in weaving and tukutuku panels, representing steps to higher knowledge. Ascending excellence.

The poutama pattern originates from the Pūrākau (Myths, legends and stories) of Tāne-nui-a-rangi. The pattern represents the ascent through the twelve heavens, the steps of learning, spiritual growth, and the attainment of knowledge and mana (prestige/power).