Oya brooches represent the best of both worlds, combining the brooch’s innate versatility with the dazzling form and breathtaking craftsmanship of Oya artistry. But perhaps the most intriguing part of any Oya brooch is its intrinsic ability to capture eye-catching subject matter in a way that few other art forms...
Whatever happened to brooches? These stylish little accent pieces are probably the most versatile and practical accessories at our disposal, and yet they are often forgotten when it comes time to planning an outfit. There are more ways to incorporate a brooch into your daily ensemble than virtually any other...
Not all flowers thrive in spring and summer. In fact, despite being associated with warmer weather, some varieties of Mediterranean flowers actually bloom during the frigid winter months. Take the famous Glory-of-the-Snow flower, whose blossoms inspired our Persephone collection. Though native to western Turkey, these hardy, colorful flowers are now...
As we reach the end of 2020, people around the world are preparing to celebrate the coming of the New Year with thousands of unique and fascinating traditions. The Mediterranean is no exception. If you happen to find yourself celebrating the New Year along the Aegean coastline, for example, you...
At first glance, one could be forgiven for being slightly skeptical of jewelry inspired by fresh fruits or vegetables. Yet, upon closer inspection, one will find that grapes, tomatoes, cherries, olives, and lemons hold positions of great esteem among the cultures of the Mediterranean, both as foods and as symbols...
You may have noticed that many of our collections are named after the various myths and legends of the Mediterranean. You may subsequently wonder how Neptune, Helios, or Aphrodite have anything to do with the flowers that inspired each piece. The answer is more complex than you may suspect. ...
Nature’s beauty is inspiring. That much is undeniable. People of all cultures and creeds have turned to nature for inspiration as long as we’ve engaged in artistic expression – from cave paintings of Lascaux to the Impressionist movement of the 19th century. Perhaps nature holds some intrinsic power over the...
What’s in a name? Most people know the aster as a colorful perennial flower, but the story of the aster is much deeper than that. Derived from the Greek and Latin words for “star” due to its distinct shape, the aster was revered as a sacred flower by the Ancient...
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