Connecting Culture, Planet & People
Founded by Samata Pattinson, BLACK PEARL places cultural sustainability at the heart of its work. Operating across design, fashion, music, entertainment, and education, we deliver representative work to better reflect the world we live in.
Culture is our cornerstone.
Shaping Culture Sustainably
Latest News
BLACK PEARL — 2026 Manifesto
Culture@ launches F/W 2025 campaign in partnership with GETTY IMAGES and Canon
BLACK PEARL Launches “No Single Use Fashion” Campaign In Partnership With bluesign To Break The Disposable Fashion Trend
BLACK PEARL Launches ‘No Single Use Fashion’ Campaign Merchandise Powered by Digital Product Passports
BLACK PEARL CEO Samata Pattinson hosts Textile Exchange Conference in Lisbon
Billie Eilish’s Sustainable Fashion Guides Expand to U.S. Tour Dates—In Partnership with BLACK PEARL & REVERB
About BLACK PEARL
We partner with brands, creatives, and cultural leaders to embed sustainability into how culture is created, shared, and scaled.
We Drive Impact and Change in These Core Ways…
Cultural Engagement & Activation
Cultural activations and immersive experiences for artists, institutions, brands, and organizations—showing up at festivals, concerts, and pop-ups to turn sustainability into culture, not just conversation.
Education & Learning
Educational programming, workshops, and curriculum design that make sustainability accessible, culturally relevant, and actionable for academic, professional, and public audiences.
Narrative Strategy & Impact
Purpose-driven narratives and strategic frameworks that help brands, artists, and organizations authentically embed environmental and social values into their identity, communications, and long-term vision—without greenwashing, without compromise.
Design for People & Planet
Circular design and responsible merchandising rooted in care for people and the planet—activated through technology and cultural innovation, from transparency to cultural mapping and insight.
Cultural Sustainability As Our Framework
Courtesy of Fashion Values, our Founder Samata Pattinson beautifully explains the concept, applicable to all creative industries, not solely fashion and design.
At BLACK PEARL, Cultural Sustainability means preserving, honoring, and enriching the traditions, values, and ways of life that shape communities, while ensuring they can thrive alongside environmental and social sustainability efforts. Central to this approach is the inclusion of diverse perspectives—shaped by age, background, ability, economic status, belief systems, and education—to create solutions that are truly meaningful.
We believe true sustainability must be relatable, accessible, and deeply rooted in culture. By meeting people where they are and weaving past wisdom, present realities, and future vision, we make sustainability a relevant—and joyful—part of culture.
Our Work
We love what we do—and the opportunity to collaborate with some of the world’s leading cultural institutions and artists. From global media platforms to independent creatives, BLACK PEARL advances cultural sustainability across design, fashion, music, entertainment, and education, supporting the evolving needs of partners, clients, and communities.
If you’re seeking a fresh cultural perspective, we’d love to talk.
Mission & Values
Operating between Los Angeles and London, BLACK PEARL advances cultural exchange through fashion, music, design, and education, grounded in sustainability. Our work bridges cultural insight and future-facing practices to support people and the planet.
Interconnected Harmony — People and nature thrive in balance.
Authentic Origins — Integrity, culture, and lived experience guide us.
Unconventional Innovation — Fearless thinking that reshapes what’s possible.
The BLACK PEARL Lens
Inspired by the layered beauty of Tahitian black pearls, we look beyond surface-level sustainability to its cultural depth and nuance. Through our BLACK PEARL lens—Pioneering, Expert, Accessible, Rare, and Luxury—we create work that connects people, planet, and culture, ensuring communities see themselves reflected in meaningful, authentic ways.
Pioneering – Curiosity-led solutions
Expert – Deep cultural insight and lived practice
Accessible – Inclusive sustainability without barriers
Rare – Original voices and representation
Luxury – Intentional, high-impact work
Reach out to find out more, we’d love to talk.
BLACK PEARL's of Wisdom
Vegan Fashion Across Cultures: A Global Perspective on Ethical Style
Vegan Fashion Across Cultures: A Global Perspective on Ethical Style
Exploring Tokyo’s Sustainable Fashion Wardrobes: A Fusion of Culture and Innovation
Exploring Tokyo’s Sustainable Fashion Wardrobes: A Fusion of Culture and Innovation
The Future of Certifications for Culture
The Future of Certifications for Culture
An Op-Ed from our CEO on the intersection of Culture and Sustainability in Japan, In Praise Of Shadows
An Op-Ed from our CEO on the intersection of Culture and Sustainability in Japan, In Praise Of Shadows
