Lecce

Stripped bare and back to basics, Reliquia Jewellery travels to the streets of southern Italy with the Lecce collection. Inspired by the city's baroque architecture, pristine beaches and bar-laden alleys, the range is a symphony of old-world-meets-new. 

Sophistication and glamour take on a modern edge with the intricacy of mixed metal jewellery and fiercely show-stopping angles. Beads, coloured crystals and misshapen elements reference ancient origins, paying homage to what was prior – before speeding into the now. 

Fingers are laden withrings (all the better for twirling pasta and sipping espresso), masterfully stacking the fine and chunky in the most artful way. Fluid, organically shapedbangles offer a contagiously effortless touch.

Ear lobes are statement territory here, with oversizedgold hoops and sculptural studs. Styles perfectly cup and hold, clasping into a beautiful place, while staplestud earrings (complete with coloured gemstones) opt for everyday, no-nonsense wear.

For the neck, chunkychain necklaces display adoration for a more-is-more European style. At times, they need nothing else, completely stealing the show and owning the look; at others, a curated staggering of chains, with crystalpendant necklace additions, makes for a glamorously elegant vibe.

With a grasp on tradition, these staples are made for treasuring, elevating and inspiring. Crafted from RJC-certifiedrecycled materials (including recycled gold, silver and brass), this range also expresses more meaning via sustainability, longevity and ethical care.

In the hands of the beholder, there are endless possibilities for self-expression and fashioning one's radiant paradise, wherever that might be.