Spring Summer 2022

Drawing on references to 19th-century traditional Greek dress, Creative Director, Anna Paola, uses coins as a key feature throughout the Alexandria print. Historically coins would have been widely used for decoration and would be worn by women as necklaces or bracelets, offering a culturally inspired take on the traditional polka-dot.

The Amphitrite print has a nautical theme running throughout and is a homage to the Goddess Queen Amphitrite, the female personification of the sea. Amphitrite, the wife of Poseidon and mother of Triton, was the eldest of fifty ‘Nereides’; sea-nymph daughters. They were goddesses of the Agean Sea’s rich bounty and protectors of sailors and fishermen, coming to the aid of those in distress.

Often depicted in ancient art as beautiful, young maidens, sometimes running with small dolphins or fish in their hands, or else riding on the backs of dolphins and often portrayed alongside symbols of waves.

The defining dolphin design that is present throughout the design was inspired by the Minoan depiction of these majestic creatures, where you would often see their presence placed on frescos and mosaics.

The Minoan civilisation was an ancient Agean civilisation on the island of Crete which saw particular advancements in art, which Anna Paola draws reference to in the stylistic depiction of these fascinating designs.

Inspired by Aura, the Titan-goddess of the fresh, cool early morning air, this bold and vibrant print is guaranteed to make a statement. Inspired by the art and ceramics from Anna Paola’s journeys through Spain, Aura combines bold forms and vibrant colour with an essence of femininity.

In Greek mythology, Circe, the daughter of God Helios and Oceanid nymph Perse, was a beautiful goddess with a vast knowledge of potions and herbs.  Through the use of these and combined with a magic wand or staff, Circe would transform her enemies or those who offended her, into animals.

The Erato print is a bold, illustrative print inspired by the layering of coin necklaces and jewelry worn by women in Greek traditional costume, dating back to the 18th and 19th centuries.

Details such as an ornate repeat paisley motif, inspired by the paisley belt buckles used over the layered and pleated gowns of the time, are interwoven within this psychedelic print.

With nautical references this stunning design was conceived as an homage to the Aegean Sea which played such a key part in the history of trade in the region of Greece, further reflected by the hand drawn boats and ropes that are central to the design.

Seville is well-known for its pottery and handmade ceramics industries with an extensive history. The first known works date back to around the Neolithic period, but it wasn’t until the Islamic Golden Age that Sevillian pottery developed its distinct individuality, and was later embellished by classical styles and formulas. Today, Seville attracts more than 2 million tourists a year who come to admire it’s breathtaking architecture and iconic ceramic designs.