Glimmering baubles would be the stars of the present on the grand Italian celebration.
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Italy is coming to London. London Jewelers, that's.
The retailer is internet hosting a grand Italian celebrazione, that includes meals, drink and (naturally) superb jewels this month on the firm’s luxurious Manhasset flagship. The temper might be jubilant, based on London’s president, Sweet Udell.
“It’s an actual celebration,” she tells Alexa. “Individuals come from throughout to sip wines flown immediately from Italian vineyards and to pattern genuine meals — risotto, pasta, mozzarella, espresso, gelato and pastries. And, after all, the celebs of the day are the beautiful trunk exhibits from our made-in-Italy manufacturers.”
As for this season’s highlights from Bel Paese? Udell factors to Bulgari’s baubles as to not be missed. “Tubogas is again; it’s one thing Bulgari has made well-known, and it’s actually well-liked,” she says, referring to the home’s signature tubular necklaces and bracelets — versatile assemblages of gold strips wound tightly collectively. “They’re quite simple, so you possibly can put on them daily and layer them with different items.” She provides that Bulgari’s basic Serpenti designs (which, she says, “look good on completely everybody”) and its artfully crafted purses (turned out within the most interesting leathers with enamel snakehead clasps) are additionally extremely coveted by customers.
One other standout home that might be featured on the festa is family-owned Buccellati — based greater than 100 years in the past and identified for its elaborate textured metals, typically peppered with treasured stones. “Every thing right here is about hand craftsmanship, and their end is signature,” explains Udell. “Their work is iconic, actually magnificent and so female.”
Additionally on her must-see listing? Sculptural titanium alternatives from Vhernier (that are dotted with diamonds), Pomellato’s charming Nudo stacking rings (enhanced with colourful and comely stones), Pasquale Bruni’s rings (designed to artfully overlap fingers) and bijoux from famed Italian designer Roberto Coin (whose line Udell describes as “well-priced, stunning and wearable”).
However the retailer doesn’t solely showcase the large names. “Every time we journey to Italy, we get hold of what’s new and thrilling for our very subtle clientele,” she notes. “The final time we went, we discovered a lady who works with semiprecious stones — pink sapphires, amethyst and blue topaz — making stunning patterns for earrings at her kitchen desk.”
Dr. Antonino Laspina, director of the Italian Commerce Fee in New York Metropolis, agrees that discovery is one among London’s superpowers. “You could find something for people who find themselves searching for a branded product, however the Udells are all the time scouting for brand spanking new artisans, supplies and improvements which are in a position to seize the curiosity of their most demanding shoppers.”
Fact be advised, Udell’s ardour for Italian treasures goes past the bodily. Whereas she praises the artistry, heft, polish and “distinctive sheen” of the nation’s jewellery, she says the center of the connection is famiglia — no shock, provided that London Jewelers is a 96-year-old, fourth-generation, family-owned enterprise.
“The businesses in Italy are very relatable, as a result of it’s household to household, era to era. The craftsmanship and artwork is handed on with many items made with naked fingers, love and delight,” she displays. “We have now the identical values, and it jogs my memory of what we do right here, working with our youngsters, and now, our grandchildren.”
The parallel will not be misplaced on Laspina. “A household dealing within the enterprise for thus many generations will discover the theme of preserving the standard,” he says. “There’s respect, belief and confidence in the truth that they actually do care. It permits enterprise to flourish on each side.”
Again to the festivities at hand, Laspina says, “We're excited and delighted to be in one of many world’s most prestigious locations to point out a excessive degree of Italian way of life. I believe, this yr, the celebration goes to be very particular.” Provides Udell: “It’s going to be like going to Italy for a mini-vacation. The jewellery seems to be scrumptious, the meals tastes scrumptious, what may very well be higher?”
London Jewelers Celebrates Italy runs from Nov. 11 to twenty, with particular occasions on Nov. 12 and 13 and Nov. 19 and 20, at Americana Manhasset, 2046 Northern Blvd., Manhasset, LI. For added info, name 516-627-7475.
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