The Laings Journal
FOPE is an unmistakable jewellery brand. Its innovative gold designs and chic Italian style allows the bracelets, earrings, rings and necklaces to stand-out, creating a distinctive look. Here we explore the story behind this unique brand.
The allure of Italian elegance can be hard to capture, yet FOPE manages to tell the stories of sun-soaked streets, indescribable style and true luxury. FOPE's gold jewellery has been perfected over the years, using a combination of skilled craftsmanship and innovative technology. But what is the story behind FOPE and why is the brand so celebrated in the jewellery world?
Italian Design
The FOPE story finds its roots in the beautiful Italian city of Vicenza. It was here, in 1929, that Umberto Cazzola first opened a goldsmith’s workshop and is where the family-run brand still calls home. Vicenza is one of the three historic centres of jewellery making in Italy and crafting gold is a deep-rooted tradition in this part of the world. The city holds an international reputation for its expert goldsmiths and FOPE is recognised in the international jewellery market as a symbol of elegance and craftsmanship with its Italian designs.
FOPE takes inspiration from the world around them, the city, its architecture, and the journey that the jewellery has been on. The jewellery draws on a rich culture and is infused with Italian fashion, style and history, paying homage to its roots. There’s a certain charm to the designs and a piece of FOPE gold jewellery immediately transports you to the magical country, allowing the brand to share Italian designs with the rest of the world.
What Makes FOPE Special?
FOPE is renowned for its innovative jewellery pieces, leading the way in creating ground-breaking inventions in gold jewellery. From the very beginning, FOPE had a flair for experimentation, combining technology with centuries-old craftsmanship to invent ever-new ways of interpreting Italian style.
The skills of expert goldsmiths, combined with cutting-edge technology led to the creation of the Novecento mesh, FOPE’s first real icon. With its three-dimensional round or oval structure, the 18ct gold parts are interlinked creating a flexible chain made out of solid gold. The patented system of gold springs, which are hidden between the mesh chain links, makes the gold stretchable. Instead of soldering FOPE uses exclusive techniques and technologies to produce designs in varying thickness. This incredible system creates jewellery that is wholly unique and instantly recognisable.
Everyday Luxury
The Novecento mesh paved the way for FOPE’s most successful collection – the Flex’it. The flexible nature of the jewellery makes it even simpler and more comfortable to wear, allowing you to inject a touch of luxury to your everyday style. The stretchable gold designs mean that they can easily be rolled on and the luxury jewellery can become part of your staple day-to-day look. They’re delicate, yet completely resistant and with the absence of clasps, revolutionising the way we wear bracelets. FOPE has also recently applied this original patented system to rings, making it easy to change finger or wear several pieces at once, whilst always having a comfortable fit that’s easy to wear.
The beauty of FOPE designs is how versatile they are. They can be worn anytime and anywhere, with the luxury of gold adding a simple statement to your everyday jeans and t-shirt. The more elaborate pieces also allow you to create stand-out evening-wear, with your jewellery becoming a talking point. Whether you stack your FOPE pieces or allow them to look elegant on their own, each design will help you to create a unique and chic look.
FOPE Style
FOPE pieces are all about creating that distinct Italian flair that so many of us aspire to. The inherently elegant designs still have a contemporary feel to them, and are unmistakable in their style.
FOPE jewellery is loved by those whose style comes naturally to them and isn’t afraid to express her personality through her jewellery. FOPE pieces would make the perfect gift for any jewellery lover who has a distinctive, yet still refined style, as well as an admiration for the magic of Italian designs.
Whether you’re looking for the perfect gift or shopping for yourself a FOPE piece will would a much-loved addition to any jewellery box.
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