Patrika Ring with Australian Sapphire, 22 Karat Yellow Gold

Olivia Cummings' wandering soul is nourished by travel between her family in lush Melbourne, and her adopted homes, which form a constellation of destinations connecting East and West. In 2013 while living in France, she founded Cleopatra’s Bling as an homage to this connection: her elegant lifestyle in Paris, with the beautiful craftsmanship she was discovering on frequent trips to Istanbul. It seemed only natural to collect together her love for the natural and the spiritual, with the techniques that the craftspeople in the Grand Bazaar taught her over a thick, black coffee. Cleopatra’s Bling was born out of the sense of discovery, alongside the richness of this history and tradition. Olivia’s jewellery represents this marriage of the ethereal and the symbolic; she infuses each handmade piece with her free, bohemian sensibility, while grounding the designs in ancient lore. Today she is based between Istanbul and Naples, taking inspiration from both ancient cities. Her solid gold Fine Range of jewellery is crafted by artisans in the traditional jewellery-making district in Florence. Each piece is unique and handmade, giving it its special touch. Customisation is readily available to customers - simply enquire.