World-renowned
Italian Brand Antica Murrina Venezia © ™, makers of fine Murano Jewelry and
accessories is now proudly launched here in the Philippines by Mr. and Mrs.
Nardone of Porta Lucerna Trading. It is with excitement and flair of a night of
fashion, that the introduction to Antica Murrina Venezia © ™, was sparkling in glamour and elegance, here
in Makati at
the Buddha-Bar. The
marriage of the artistry of the East and the West was highlighted with a very
colorful Jewelry fashion show that showcased the exquisite pieces of Antica
Murrina Venezia © ™, and a collection of classic and colorful resort collection
by fast rising designer Ryan Madamba. High note of the night was, that all the
dresses were made of local fabric “Abel
Iloco”, a hand-loomed cloth proudly made in the Northern Province of Ilocos
Norte. The owners, Jenny and Mom Nardone
together with Ryan Madamba were the soul curators of the Antica Murrina Venezia
© ™, pieces that was showcased during the show highlighting unique Murano
jewelry and its craftsmanship through the 31-piece Murano Jewelry collection
line, personally chosen from the Autumn/ Winter 2014 collection Antica Murrina
Venezia © ™. All of this paired with the dresses for chic casual looks to the
most glamorous evening parties for women of varied ages by Ryan Madamba. The
event was held at Buddha Bar, hosted by charming and witty Issa Litton and was
well attended by Manila’s Who is Who
from society circles, fashion, politics, show business and industry leaders
including Ms. Imelda Marcos, several Ambassadors and several Misses of the
Beauty pageant world.
Murano
is known for glass-blowing since the 12th century. It’s famed Maestros as
glassblowers creating vast and elaborate chandeliers, wondrous mirrors, and especially
at Antica Murrina Venezia © ™, timeless and beautiful Jewels. Visiting Murano and Venice , is like watching
an art from another world, as skilled Italian craftsmen and women shape light
and color into the unique beauty of each Murano jewelry. Antica Murrina
Philippines is proud to represent its beautiful collection, which cleverly
combines a tradition of craftsmanship, with contemporary design and an
awareness of current trends.
Notte
D’ Eleganza which means
“A night of Elegance” in Italian, is underlining a premium accent on local
artistry and what better way to present these beautiful creations by way of a
spectacular fashion & Jewels, combines in one show, graced by some of the most fashionably chic
women of today. Manila’s beautiful and
known ladies from different facets of society sashayed the runaway as muses of
the night wearing each of pieces from the latest Antica Murrina Venezia collection
in the likes of Tessa Prieto Valdez, a certified muse in the social scene who
is a writer and an interior designer, fashion-savvy Editor in Chief of Mega,
Peewee Reyes- Isidro, Divine Lee a media personality and popular endorser and
blogger, young actress Ritz Azul of TV 5, Kylie Padilla of GMA 7 and pop
royalty, Keana Valenciano from ABS CBN, Rica Peralejo Bonifacio, an actress,
singer and blogger, Charmagne Laconico – Beauty Editor of Metro Magazine, Rocio
Olbes – one of Manila’s It-Girls and social advocate for welfare of livelihood
projects for women in need, the beautiful and fashion-savvy socialites, Jerika
Ejercito and Camille Farinas Mathay, Abby Asistio, a musician and social
advocate for Alopecia Awareness alongside the top models headed by Asia’s Next
Top Model’s Jodilly Piendre ending the glamorous night together with the brand
ambassadress, the Face of Antica Murrina Philippines, Ms. Maggie Wilson-Consunji,
who walked in beautiful Abel Iloco creations and accent unique masterpieces
from Venice.
For
the Fashion collection, Ryan Madamba explains his inspiration, “having known
the owners personally, Jenny and Mom Nardone who were inspired with the unique
craftmanship of Murano jewelry during
their travels to Venice, enlightened me with surprise and awe when they shared
how the craftsmen of Antica Murrina Venezia © ™ blow and handcraft each piece
by hand, painstakingly to come up with
all these one of a kind jewelry and all its unique colors inspiring a colorful
yet classic and clean design in my head. Their expressed love and appreciation
for handcrafted creations likewise reminded me of the artistry of Abel Iloco
from my home province of Ilocos Norte. Immediately I thought there was no
better way to welcome such an esteemed Italian brand but to marry it with our
own. During the creative planning of the show, Mom and Jenny made sure that the
handcrafted jewelry and accessories we perfectly partnering with the creations
of classic and clean lines of each dress from my colorful collection. We wanted
to showcase that whether you are dressing up for the beach, work, a casual tea
with friends, a walk in the mall or attending a black-tie gala, the Antica
Murrina Venezia © ™ collection will accompagny and dress you up in elegance and
glamour each and every time.”
Mr.
and Mrs. Nardone, who are the driving soul behind Antica Murrina’s arrival to
the Philippines , and who are also the creative purveyors behind the interior
design firm Porta Galleria (www.portagalleria.com) here in Manila,
offering an unique world of Fusion interiors, and lighting solutions inspired
from world class brands, thought it was timely and such a perfect addition to
the elite lifestyle pieces that complement people with taste for unique and
timeless, classy pieces. And Antica Murrina Philippines was born .
“The
goal for this event is to spread knowledge of this unique and extraordinary
creativity, craftsmanship and artistry that make authentic Murano craftmenship
a choice of excellence for a Made
in Italy product which is another
milestone and special highlight in the many successful and well loved brands
under Porta Galleria” - when asked how she feels about bringing Antica Murrina
in the country, Mrs. Jennifer Nardone, replied with so much enthusiasm. A
jewelry designer herself, she believes in the timeless elegance of each Antica
Murrina jewelry hence deciding to bring the brand to the Philippines , so more Filipinas
could be mesmerized by its collection.
As Jennifer Nardone will put it, “when my husband introduced me these
hand crafted Jewels, if I may say, I was right away attracted and caught by its
flawless beauty and uniqueness. The vivid colors, the melting crystalline
perfection and the elegance are beautiful accents to every stylish women’s
wardrobe.”
One
of the guests of honor, flying in from Italy was Antica Murrina Venezia © ™
CEO, Robert Ciotti, who could not keep his excitement throughout the show.
During the event he on his Blackberry sending photos and real time updates to
his team in Italy calling the launch a fashion event that could have been
staged and rival events in Europe. “I was blown away,” he says. “I came knowing
it will be a great event but this exceeded my expectations. And as we are
looking into more presence in Asia, I could not have asked for better
representation for Antica Murrina Venezia © ™, as Mom and Jenny Nardone who are
our partners now in Philippines. The
dresses were beautiful and did perfectly complemented our Jewels from Murano.
Such a beautiful collaboration that makes me even more excited for a brighter future
for Antica Murrina Venezia © ™ here in the Philippines.
Mom and Jenny Nardone focused on the
experience of bringing “Venice jewels”
here to the Philippines and gave a glance to everyone, on how master glass
makers perfect every piece of jewelry through an exciting fashion show,
complete with enchanting music and dramatic lighting, lush and elegant theme
that mesmerize the senses. This event was co-sponsored by Ledcore , Porta
Galleria, Okee Vitamin Drink, Bestworld Beverage International Inc, Cygnal
Travel & Tours, Light Skin Organics, It Figures Skin Care Clinic, and Iphor
Trading Inc.When asked Mr. Mom Nardone, the
President of Antica Murrina Philippines, what separates Antica Murrina Venezia
© ™ from other jewelry and he was very delighted to say “Each Antica Murrina
Venezia © ™ Jewelry is handcrafted, so every piece is literally an UNIQUE PIECE. For me Antica Murrina
Venezia © ™, is more than just a Jewelry brand. It is a lifestyle, it is Luxury
per se, it a slice of Venice and “la dolce Vita Italiana” in each of the
pieces, that comes along, when a woman wears Antica Murrina. And that alone, is
priceless!”
Antica Murrina Philippines Flagship store is located at the New World Hotel Galleries , right on
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