Ivory Pearlescent Mother-of-Pearl Button – 10mm | Atelier 27

Ivory Pearlescent Mother-of-Pearl Button, 10mm - Sold Individually

Timeless, natural, and quietly beautiful. Atelier 27's ivory pearlescent button is cut from genuine nacre - real mother-of-pearl - giving it the soft iridescent sheen and subtle variation in tone that no synthetic material can fully replicate. A classic 2-hole button in ivory, it brings a delicate touch of natural light to every garment it finishes.

Designed and produced in France by Atelier 27 (Vingt-Sept), a French fabric and notions house founded by Athénaïs. The entire Atelier 27 button range is sourced from a manufacturer in the Lyon region - the heart of French textile craftsmanship - and every button is produced and finished in France.

Atelier 27 note that they love genuine mother-of-pearl specifically because it is a natural material that is biodegradable and certified - a rare thing in the world of buttons.

Details: Size 10mm / 3/8" / 16L. Material: genuine mother-of-pearl (nacre). Style: 2-hole button. Finish: smooth with soft natural iridescent ivory sheen. Naturally biodegradable. Made in France. Oeko-Tex certified. Care: machine wash inside out on a gentle cycle. Sold individually - price is per button.

Perfect for: blouses, shirts, lightweight cardigans, fine dresses, and any project where a natural, luminous button feels right. At 10mm it is a versatile size - substantial enough to be seen, small enough to sit neatly on fine fabrics. Add the quantity you need to your basket - for a standard shirt placket, typically 7-9; for a cuff or collar detail, 1-3.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this button sold individually or in a set?

Individually - price is per single button. Order the quantity you need for your project. For a standard shirt placket you would typically need 7-9 buttons; for a cuff or collar detail, 1-3.

Is this genuine mother-of-pearl?

Yes. This is genuine nacre - real mother-of-pearl - not a synthetic or resin imitation. Because it is a natural material, each button has subtle variation in iridescence and tone. That variation is a characteristic of the material, not a defect.

Why does Atelier 27 highlight that it is biodegradable?

Most modern buttons are made from plastic or synthetic resins, which do not biodegrade. Mother-of-pearl is a natural material that does - making it one of the most environmentally responsible button choices available, alongside other natural materials like corozo nut and wood.

Is this button machine washable?

Yes - machine wash inside out on a gentle cycle. Mother-of-pearl is durable enough for regular machine washing with normal garment care. Avoid prolonged soaking or tumble drying at high heat.

What does Oeko-Tex certified mean?

Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certification means the button has been independently tested and confirmed free from harmful substances. For a natural material like mother-of-pearl, this confirms the processing and finishing is clean and safe for skin contact.