About Object & Dawn

Quick facts about Object & Dawn: who we are, where our pieces are made, and how shipping and returns work. Last updated October 2026.

What is Object & Dawn?

Object & Dawn is a luxury fashion brand that makes handmade, modular beaded jewelry, headpieces, body pieces and accessories, and silk garments. Most pieces have removable parts, such as tassels, medallions and straps, so one piece can be worn several ways.

Who founded Object & Dawn?

Object & Dawn was founded by designer Saida Mouradova and co-founder Michael Long. Saida designs every collection. She was born in Baku, Azerbaijan, studied at Parsons School of Design, and worked as a menswear designer for Banana Republic and Ralph Lauren before starting Object & Dawn.

When was Object & Dawn founded?

Object & Dawn was founded in April 2018. The brand concept began in late 2017.

Where is Object & Dawn based, and where are the pieces made?

Object & Dawn is a US company. Our beaded pieces are handmade in our studio in India, and our silk garments are made in Bali. Our US headquarters is in Miami Beach, Florida.

What does Object & Dawn make?

  • Beaded headbands
  • Crowns and headpieces
  • Chokers and necklaces
  • Cuffs, bracelets and hand jewelry
  • Body pieces, harnesses, mesh tops and belts
  • Silk skirts, robes, kimonos and dresses
  • Leather pieces and bags
  • Hatbands
  • Add-on tassels and medallions, which attach to most pieces
  • A men's collection and a bridal line

What are the pieces made of?

  • High quality metal beads coated in 22k gold
  • Glass beads
  • Japanese synthetic (faux) pearls
  • Accents of hand-cut mirror clusters, crystal tourmalines or cowrie shells, depending on the piece
  • Velvet lining, sewn by hand, on most beaded pieces
  • Cow leather on belts, bags and harness tops
  • Black and white silk apparel is made from 100% silk satin. Some colors are only available in silk blends, which are clearly noted on product pages.
  • Custom pieces have included precious gems and precious metals.

Each bead is threaded by hand on high-tensile wire and nylon cord. There are no factories or middlemen.

How long does a piece take to make?

Larger beaded pieces take days of handwork. For example, the Khutulun Modular Top uses 5,715 beads and takes our team 5 days to make, followed by a final quality check. Read more in Details Matter.

How much does Object & Dawn cost?

As of October 2026, main pieces range from $95 to $2,950. Headbands are $300 to $400. The Artemisia Mesh Top is $1,600 to $2,350. Add-on tassels start at $15. Gift cards run from $150 to $2,000. Prices are in US dollars.

Does Object & Dawn ship to the US? How long does delivery take?

Yes. We ship to the USA and internationally. Delivery times:

  • Smaller items (headbands, bracelets, necklaces and tassels): 4 to 7 business days.
  • Body pieces and large headpieces: 7 to 10 business days from the order date.
  • Made-to-order and custom pieces take longer. We email an estimated ship date within 48 hours of your order.

How much is shipping?

  • Orders under $750: $25 shipping.
  • Orders of $750 and over: free shipping.

The same rates apply to orders in the USA and internationally.

Will I pay import duties or taxes?

Import duties and taxes depend on the destination country and may be charged on delivery. Some orders arrive with none. For larger orders we often cover or help offset duties, so email clients@objectanddawn.com before ordering and we will tell you what to expect.

What is the return policy?

  • Email your return request to clients@objectanddawn.com within 14 days of the delivery date.
  • Items must be unworn, clean and in new condition.
  • Customers pay return shipping. A 10% restocking fee applies to items returned in the condition they were received, and up to 50% for items that are damaged, soiled or missing components.
  • Final Sale and Sample Sale items cannot be returned or exchanged.
  • Many fit issues can be solved by adjusting the piece or replacing a strap or component. Most designs adjust about one size up or down.

Read the full Return Policy.

Do Object & Dawn pieces have a warranty?

Yes. Our warranty covers manufacturing, design and material defects. Tell us within one month of noticing a defect.

Who has written about Object & Dawn?

See all coverage on our Press page.

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How do I contact Object & Dawn?

Email clients@objectanddawn.com or use our contact form. We reply within 48 hours. Custom orders and private consultations are available by request.

Is the name "Object & Dawn" or "Object and Dawn"?

The name is written Object & Dawn, with spaces and an ampersand.