About Twang and Pearl
Our Story
Twang and Pearl was founded out of a love of travel and a sincere appreciation for beauty – the beauty in carefully crafted things yes, but also in the moments experienced while searching for them. We're as inspired by the people and the stories behind the goods we curate, as we are by the goods themselves. We like to affectionately refer to this gorgeous tribe of humans, along with all of our customers, as our Twangy Nation.
We invite you to become a member and follow #TwangyNation on Twang and Pearl's blog and social media to meet some of the fine folks you are supporting with your purchases. Whether you visit us in our online store or our flagship store in Salt Spring Island, British Columbia Canada, we hope you find the journey inspiring and that your experience shopping with us imbues a little beauty into your life.
Our Twangy Team
We are a small team that is fierce about our work and enjoy ourselves while doing it. We also wear, use and genuinely love the products we carry. Our biggest delight is sharing that love with our ever-growing community of customers. Follow our team on our adventures behind the scenes on our blog and social media with #TwangGang.
Jana – 'Our Glue'
If you asked our founder the meaning behind the name Twang and Pearl, she’d tell you it’s a little bit country, and a little bit cocktail party, just like her personality was. Perhaps it’s this style duality that gave her the knack for curating. We’re not sure how she did it, but we’re just so glad she did. Jana was the most encouraging, supportive person in all the land and we miss her beautiful smile, big energy (and big hair!) everyday. Because of her, we are us.
Teile – 'Queen T'
Since Teile joined our Twang and Pearl team as Store Manager and Buyer in 2017, our lives have not only become exceptionally well run but also way more enjoyable! Her unflappable nature, fantastic attitude and her uncanny ability to make fun happen, keeps our team productive and happy - the real sign of a good queen. When she’s not improving our work lives or starring in one of our photo shoots, Teile’s amusing her friends and family with stories of her life with Jono, Ara, Poppy and their band of animals.
Tara – 'Copilot Extraordinaire'
When Tara joined our Twang and Pearl team as a Sales Associate in 2015, our world instantly became several shades brighter. Her smile will truly light up a room. She is now our Website Manager and has seen us through many of our ups (and downs) with a grace and agility few possess. When she’s not managing our digital world or co-piloting a project in the store, she’s likely off on a worldly adventure with Nick or tending to their farm, puppies & chickens at home.
Kristi – 'Our Muse'
From the very first day Kristi joined our Twang and Pearl team in 2017 as a Sales Associate, our world improved in ways we didn’t even realize needed improvement. She is a creative and organizational genius and a whiz at making the store look pretty. When Kristi isn’t at the store beaming positivity and enthusiasm, she can be found designing and creating Qube (her own line of clothing we love and carry) or spending quality time with her guy Jord and their sweet animals Honey & Larry.
