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 THE STYLE                        clockwise: pendant
                                       Top left and
                                    from the Delos
 MAESTRO                          Collection, pendant
                                  from the Mykonos
                                       Collection,
                                      bracelets and
 Alessandro Santamaria             pendant from the
                                     Golden Shore
 embraces Mykonos                  from the Cinema              GEORGIOS & CO
                                     Collection, ring
 in its vision for the                 Collection.
 future of La Martina                              THE EXCEPTIONAL WORLD OF JEWELLERY
 which is reflected
 on the new                                             Inspiration and craftmanship, high aesthetic and uniqueness
 "Summer Tour" line.                                               characterize these exquisite collections.


                                                Maria Makryianni  is a pure Myconian lady  Delos created centuries ago are the basis of the
                                                who was born and raised in the legendary island  jewellery in the Delos Collection - aspects that
                                                of Mykonos and she is the designer behind  leave a truly lasting impression. You could say
 The La Martina line is called “Summer Tour”,   the illustrious company GEORGIOS & CO  that anyone lucky enough to have acquired a
 as we imagined a trip to various cities of     Fine Jewellery. She knows nearly every stone  piece from the collection has also acquired a
 Greece and we focused in particular on the     in Mykonos island and this is what makes the  part of Delos’ history.
 island of Mykonos. It represents the perfect   difference in her jewellery creations. We caught  What are in your opinion those singular or
 synthesis of intense colors, pure nature and   up with Maria to discover more about the pieces  particular elements that have helped you stand
 the perfect “easy mood” in line with our       she designs and creates and how they reflect the  out from the competition in the Mykonos
 capsule collection. Furthermore, Mykonos       beauty of the island of Mykonos.        market? The quality of the items and their
 has managed to preserve the natural and        What makes a piece of jewellery timeless?  timelessness, the excellent service offered, and
 wild charm of the island, evolving into one    What is at the heart of the Georgios & Co’s  ultimately the fact that I truly believe in and
 of the most sought-after luxury destinations   Fine Jewellery collections? Designing and  love what I do.
 in recent years, just like La Martina. The     creating Georgios & Co jewellery is a complex  How do you spend your time on Mykonos?
 company always respects tradition with a       process that requires a high sense of aesthetics  Is it difficult to balance work and pleasure?
 careful look to the future.                    and excellent craftsmanship. It’s this aesthetic that  Mykonos is indeed a truly inimitable place. I chose
 THE VICE PRESIDENT of the renowned   resorts, including Capri, Saint Tropez and   Apart from Italy, does the island of Mykonos   informs the design of the piece and helps make  to live on this wonderful island, and I wouldn’t
 brand talks about the bond between the Royal   Puerto Banus. Personally, I am very excited   stand out for its style?   it unique and ultimately timeless. Craftsmanship  change it for the world. The architecture, the
 Myconian Resort and La Martina Boutique   about this collaboration as it combines the   Mykonos is a window to the world. The   is the second but also most vitally important  sun, sea and wind, they are all elements that give
 that just landed on the cosmopolitan Island   exclusive history, strong positioning and   island with its colors and its beauties attracts   ingredient that ensures precision and quality in  me so much inspiration and drive to continue to
 of the Winds. He describes a stylish trip to   heritage of La Martina with the style, elegance   people from all over the globe. A set of styles,   every piece. It’s both my dream and passion to  design and create jewellery.
 Mykonos with the “Summer Tour” line, where   and exclusivity of the Myconian Collection   costumes, lifestyles that make the island   design and create jewellery that our customers  Are your sons planning to enter the family
 he could wear one of the famous brand’s   Hotels & Resorts. A combination of elements   unique and exciting. The style at Mykonos   will hold on to and cherish for life.   business? Both of my sons have expressed an
 Sweatshirts waiting for the magnificent sunset   in which I strongly believe. Being able to   makes Mykonos itself an unmistakable and   How do your pieces incorporate the islands of  interest in the world of jewellery from a very
 to make its appearance. As a grand Maestro,   develop this partnership represents an element   identifiable brand. La Martina wanted to   Mykonos and Delos? Georgios & Co has a long  young age. They marvel at the process of making
 he synthesizes the perfect “easy mood” picture   of great satisfaction for me and for the brand.   interpret one part of these emotions with the   history on the island of Mykonos. In fact, two of  a piece by hand and they’re curious about it. Just
 that represents La Martina style and the Royal   What fascinates you about Elia’s Royal   capsule that we present this summer.   the first collections that were ever designed were  seeing them in our workshop and our stores fills
 Myconian Resort philosophy.  Myconian Resort?    What style will the La Martina brand bring   the Mykonos Collection and the Delos Collection.  me with joy and gives me energy. I believe they
 La Martina has chosen to launch a La Martina   In addition to the remarkable undisputed   this summer?   Contemporary but timeless at the same time, the  will be worthy successors of our family tradition
 Boutique within the Royal Myconian Resort   beauty and the privileged view of Mykonos,   Our capsule focuses on two main products: the   Mykonos Collection encompasses the light, the  and take the company with its 40 year history
 at Elia. What does this collaboration represent   what really struck me is the rare uniqueness   T-shirt and the Sweatshirt. Creativity comes   wind, the sea – all elements which abound on  even further in the future.
 for La Martina and for you personally?   of the family path that underlies the success   from the idea of being able to be present in   the island – and draws from the cosmopolitan  After your admittedly impressive career
 This collaboration is part of an expansion   of the resort: sacrifices, hard work and infinite   many moments of a typical day in Mykonos:   character and vibe that Mykonos exudes. The  trajectory, what is your life philosophy? Do
 process foreseen in the strategic plan that   passion, values that deeply belong and inspire   from lunch on the golden beach, to an evening   Delos Collection comprises unique pieces of  what you love and love what you do which I
 we developed after I joined the brand last   our brand too.   aperitif with friends, a moment in which,   jewellery inspired by Delos Island’s truly matchless  believe is echoed in the best way possible in the
 fall. With the opening in Mykonos we aim   What was the source of your inspiration when   inevitably, the famous Greek wind forces   location. The exceptionally beautiful aspects of  jewellery we make.
 to expand our retail presence in the most   you started creating the special Mykonos   anyone to cover themselves slightly to enjoy
 beautiful and exclusive European tourist   La Martina line?   the spectacular sunsets of the magical island.   Waterfront, GR 84600, Mykonos T +30 22890 22097 | Agia Anna, GR 84600, Mykonos T +30 22890 79259


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