At the end of June, artisanal jewellery designers will be descending on Macau to celebrate the magic of Portuguese jewellery. The Portuguese Jewellery À La Carte is the first-ever event in a promotional series held alongside some of the world’s leading jewellery fairs in Hong Kong. The Portuguese Jewellery À La Carte promises to be an unmissable event that will showcase all the variety, quality, and creativity Portuguese jewellery has to offer.
Every piece of jewellery tells a story. Hidden behind every jewel or accessory is a unique tale of craftsmanship and a narrative that recounts the transformative spirit of how that piece changed from a simple element into an elegant masterpiece. This is why for centuries, jewellery has become a crucial aspect of not just fashion, power or prestige to the person wearing it, but also for the creators and designers behind the scenes.
Macau’s small but mighty presence in the region is paving way for the old and new to co-exist in all kinds of industries, including jewellery. This is why it is the best place and platform to showcase Portuguese Jewellery as an evolving art and tradition. With the institutional support of the Consulate General of Portugal in Macau and Hong Kong, the AORP – Portuguese Jewellery and Watchmaking Association, will proudly present the exclusive showcase of Portuguese Jewellery on June 28 and 29. It will take place at the Consular Residence of Portugal in Macau, a fitting venue once known as Hotel Bela Vista.
The title of the event, Portuguese Jewellery À La Carte, aptly takes inspiration from the culinary sciences and echoes Macau’s designation as a Creative City of Gastronomy by UNESCO. Like the fine art of dining, the world of jewellery is a journey of the senses. From creation to possession, it stirs up emotions that stay with us for a long time. This event is set to captivate not just jewellery enthusiasts but purveyors of art and creativity as well.
ARPA
Taking pride in detailed techniques and cutting-edge processes, ARPA creates customized jewellery pieces of exceptional quality. If you can dream it, then it can be done, they say. A pioneer of one of the noblest and most traditional arts of Portuguese jewellery, it all began with a piece of Filigree for which the brand has always been recognized. Today, the company maintains a highly specialized team and uses state-of-the-art technology to make the most demanding projects and intricate designs a reality. ARPA is definitely a treasured jewellery brand.
For more details, visit www.silverarpa.com
TOPÁZIO
Backed by a glorious 140-year history, Topázio is a prestigious brand specializing in sterling silver and silver-plated products. For Topázio, the quality of the craftsmanship goes hand in hand with design, and this results in their timeless and exclusive pieces. Their artisans are masters of creation who transform, with their personal imprint, designs into pieces of decoration, cutlery, jewellery and arts de la table.
For more details, visit www.topazio1874.com
LILIANA GUERREIRO
Lilian Guerreiro is renowned for establishing a dialogue between the mastery of art and the delicacy of the shape. Citing Portuguese filigree as her creative inspiration, her contemporary and sustainable designs are expressed in different collections drawn with pure and minimalist traces. All pieces are individually made by hand. The brand has been showcased in some of the most prestigious stores, museums and art galleries around the world, and they regularly participate in international exhibitions and shows.
For more details, visit www.lilianaguerreiro.com
J. SOARES JEWELLERY
Based in Gondomar, a quaint goldsmith region in Portugal, J.Soares uses centuries-old traditions to design unique jewellery collections and provide tailor-made services to private labels. Inspired by the perfection of nature, reproduced in organic and delicate shapes, the brand focuses on revealing in each detail the mastery of design and technique. It also produces a wide-range collection of gold jewellery, including timeless pieces and trend fashionable items.
For more details, visit www.jsoaresjewellery.pt
J. MONTEIRO DE SOUSA
J. Monteiro de Sousa is one of the oldest Portuguese jewellery workshops in the world. Home to a heritage of knowledge, art and technique that has been passed down through four generations of the same family, each piece is a testimony of heritage and tradition. They boast 30 skilled artisans and they focus on preserving traditional Portuguese jewellery techniques, namely the filigree and combining the talent of the handcrafted work with the innovation of technology. They produce large-scale pieces and exclusive items, both for their own brand and for private labels.
For more details, visit www.jmonteirodesousa.com
INÊS BARBOSA
With a deep trust in handcraft and a deep respect of traditional techniques, Inês Barbosa recreates shapes that are part of her heritage and are, at the same time, original and exclusive. Striking designs and timeless pieces are manifested in the brand’s great attention to detail and pursuit of perfection in the art of jewellery making.
For more details, visit www.inesbarbosa.pt
DOS SANTOS
Two brothers united to create this brand that celebrates their past with a present-day attitude towards the craft of jewellery. One of the most distinctive traits of their high-end jewellery is the handcrafting, whereby their expert craftsmen use meticulous techniques to create limited and unique jewels. The brand considers the creation process a form of art and it’s definitely a name making waves in the jewelry scene. These are investment pieces that are not only valuable but also unforgettable.
For more details, visit www.elements.com.pt
PORTUGUESE JEWELLERY SHOWCASE: À LA CARTE COMES TO MACAU
When: 3:00pm—7:00pm, Thursday, and Friday, June 28 and 29
Where: Residence of the Consul General, Avenida de Republica, Macau
How much: Free
For more details and information please visit www.portuguesejewellery.pt and www.aorp.pt
