Time spent in Italy in her early twenties introduced Rina to the rich art and history of Florence and Rome.

The fascination in stories of Italian women in ancient Roman society has been the inspiration to create this gem-studded collection.

Large glistening gems intricately woven into golden lace can be imagined being worn by these noblewomen in their daily lives dressed in vivid layered silk tunics and moving about from under the hot sun to the flickering candlelight at dusk.