In our islands, the Tiare Tahiti is much more than a simple floral ornament. It is worn with elegance, and the way it is displayed conveys a subtle message—a silent language rooted in Polynesian tradition. Polynesians know how to use the Tahitian Tiare in various ways: as a necklace, it becomes a warm symbol of welcome when offered around the neck.

Worn as a wreath around the head, it marks festive occasions, and draped in women’s long hair, it adds a touch of natural elegance. However, it’s when worn on the ear that the Tiare Tahiti truly comes into its own. The vahine wear it with the petals fully open, while the tane prefer it in bud.

The subtlety of the flower’s language when worn on the ear lies in its positioning. In the left ear, on the side of the heart, it signifies that the person is already taken. On the right ear, it announces that its wearer is available. A simple statement, yet laden with meaning.

The ritual becomes even more intriguing when two flowers are worn simultaneously, one on each side—a practice often adopted by married people, hinting at openness to new encounters.

If both flowers are positioned with the petals facing backward, it’s a clear signal of immediate availability. Thus, the placement of the tiare on the ear becomes a true secret language, weaving silent narratives within the heart of Polynesian splendor, where each position reveals a different chapter in the wearer’s story.