In the summer of 2023, the globally renowned jewelry brand BVLGARI launched its latest Mediterranea collection, celebrated in the beautiful scenery of Venice. This article delves deeper into this star-studded event, revisiting dazzling moments of style icons like Anne Hathaway, Blackpink's Lisa, Zendaya, and Priyanka Chopra Jonas making their grand entrances. Get a closer look at the extravagant jewelry show through videos, and admire BVLGARI's unparalleled artistry and craftsmanship.
Bulgari – BVLGARI
Bulgari (BVLGARI) is an Italian luxury brand specializing in jewelry, watches, perfumes, and leather goods. The brand was founded by Greek native Sotirios Voulgaris in 1884 and has earned a global reputation for its innovative and luxurious design style. Its jewelry designs are artistic and innovative, blending traditional Italian craftsmanship with a modern aesthetic.
Most parts of Italy are near the Mediterranean Sea, a rich source of inspiration for many arts and designs. For instance, some of Bulgari's iconic designs, such as the Serpenti and B.Zero1 collections and the bold use of colored gemstones, encapsulate the unique natural and cultural features of the Mediterranean region.
Venice Mediterranea Collection
Venice, the city of water, hosted a sizzling event in the warming month of May - the BVLGARI Venice Mediterranea Collection launch dinner. The exclusive menu was masterfully curated by legendary chef Massimiliano Alajmo of the Michelin three-star Le Calandre restaurant.
A plethora of celebrities graced the event, all adorned with pieces from the latest collection.
These included brand ambassadors such as Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Blackpink's Lisa, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Liu Yifei, Lashana Lynch, Hikari Mori, Yang Yang, and jewelry collector Liu Jialing. The American jazz icon, Norah Jones, also attended as a friend of the brand.
The launch party for the Mediterranea collection was held at a famous landmark in Venice, the Gothic-styled Palazzo Ducale (Doge's Palace). This ancient building, which underwent restoration funded by BVLGARI in 2008, features the golden staircase, La Scala D’Oro, which served as the passage for guests to enter the dazzling feast. Rich with sentiment and symbolism, BVLGARI specially selected this location as the stage for its annual jewelry series, providing guests with a venue that promises to be unforgettable.
Celebrity Highlights
Anne Hathaway
Anne Hathaway attended the event in a gown from the Atelier Versace Fall/Winter 2023 collection. Crafted from crystal-clear sheer fabric, the dress was adorned with gold and silver gradient crystals, casting a charming glow. The gown’s fringed crystal netting and chiffon stripe designs on the hemline added depth to her outfit. The unique cut-out details, high side slits, and a detachable hood were standout features of the dress, with her silver high-heeled sandals providing the perfect finishing touch to her ensemble.
Blackpink Lisa
Lisa exuded old Hollywood glamour with her elegant and polished appearance. She chose a piece by Antonio Riva Milano – a fitted shiny black gown with a subtle mermaid silhouette. This design included off-shoulder sleeves that extended to the back into a large bow and a cape.
Zendaya
Zendaya wore a dramatic black velvet off-the-shoulder gown by Richard Quinn. The Euphoria star accessorized with a diamond-studded Serpenti necklace from BVLGARI, which turned heads and elevated her overall look. She elegantly styled her hair up to further highlight the stunning necklace.
Priyanka Chopra
Priyanka Chopra Jonas opted for a deep red outfit from the Miss Sohee Spring/Summer 2023 haute couture collection. The twisted front, form-fitting fishtail skirt is embroidered with elaborate floral decorations. Foregoing the heavily embroidered matching top, Chopra chose an off-shoulder piece, drawing focus to her exquisite Bulgari "Fairy Wings" necklace that features eight multicolored gems, and matching drop earrings.
The floral designs on the dress complemented the Bulgari jewelry perfectly, without overshadowing their sparkle, while the deep red served as the perfect backdrop for the vibrant adornments. To further elevate her glamorous image, Chopra chose a wavy blowout hairstyle and a deep red lipstick in the shade “Gulab” to match her outfit.
Bvlgari Mediterranea High Jewelry Show Stage
Under the innovative planning of fashion mogul Carine Roitfeld, the arcade of the historic landmark, Palazzo Ducale in Venice, witnessed a splendid jewelry showcase for the first time. Supermodels such as Stella Maxwell, Blesnia Minher, and Eva Herzigova paraded on a mosaic stage exclusively designed for the high jewelry event by renowned Venetian brand Orsoni Venezia 1888, exhibiting the allure of the jewels to the world. The accompanying music was passionately crafted by Bvlgari brand friend, Italian orchestral conductor Beatrice Venezi.
To showcase the pinnacle pieces of the Mediterranea collection, models wore luxurious footwear by Rene Caovilla, reinterpreting its legendary Cleo style. When worn, its straps wind around the ankle like a serpent, which is Bulgari's spirit animal and the inspiration for the brand's iconic Serpenti series. This served as a celebration of the 75th anniversary of the Serpenti emblem.
Bvlgari Mediterranea High Jewelry show | Video
Bvlgari Mediterranea High Jewelry Collection
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