Trisori are a duo of London-based, Italian designers who specialise in handmade, statement pieces of Sicilian influenced handmade jewellery, Trisori, which means gem in Sicilian, aims to catch your eye with designs that are strong, sophisticated and contemporary.
Valerie Calvo tells us about Trisori jewellery’s hidden possessions Calvo makes up one half of the Trisori team and after graduating in economics, a rather an unusual begin for a jewellery designer it might be said, she then moved to London where, four years ago, she began creating handmade jewellery. Originally since the South of Sicily, Calvo takes much of her inspiration since her homeland surroundings. Indeed, Sicilian architecture and artists such as Tranchino have influenced her greatly and their impact is clearly visible throughout her styles.
Although a blossoming business now; starting Trisori was not without its challenges. Calvo soon discovered that the designing itself was actually the smallest factor in turning Trisori into a successful business. It took finding the suitable manufacturer, who believed in them as designers and cherished the products, before things really got going. The business side of things, such as the promotion of the label, took up much of the pair’s time, and Calvo came to realise that patience really is a virtue. Once told by a fellow designer that a business is ‘like a baby, it doesn’t grow overnight,’ Calvo cites patience as the key to Trisori’s continuing success and asserts that to make it in this industry you must ‘be innovative, believe within yourself, and, most importantly, believe in your product.’
Key pieces within their assortment include the dark purple, Leonora bracelet with its gold plated, geometric motif and set off with zircon and turquoise beads, and the eye-catching Leonora drop earrings. Both items are soon to be featured in Bride magazine and are the ideal accessories for the upcoming party season. If it is not evening splendour you are looking for however, Trisori offer daytime pieces such as the Claire necklace, with its unique, green zircon; or there is also the Victoria wristlet which will offer that thrilling edge to any casual day outfit.
A beautiful collection, with specific design and flawless styling, Trisori handmade jewellery} is the ideal accompaniment to every outfit. Calvo believes that her jewellery will appeal to the individual, beautiful, glamorous woman, who oozes self-confidence. The pieces are designed to make the wearer feel fantastic and crammed with joy. Calvo believes that ‘life should always be full of colors,’ and you most indeed receive that feeling since her jewelry, each piece being more vivid and vivid that the next. Both the Trisori designers care for the industry they are working within, admiring most those designers whose items also have a strong attraction for women, such as Vivienne Westwood, Valentino and Gucci.
London Fashion 7 days screened a video collaboration which featured handmade jewellery by Trisori last year with the designs of Belle Sauvage; a momentous occasion for the Trisori pair, who have been features within national newspapers The Guardian and The Daily Mail. Trisori promise large potential in the industry and you can receive hold of their designs right here on TellusFashion.