About the Curator

“… ALL YOUR JEWELLERY NEEDS FROM ONE UNIQUE BRAND, BRINGING HIDDEN TREASURES FROM EUROPE AND THE MEDITERRANEAN TOGETHER FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER…”

Frustrated by the uniformity and poor quality of much high-street jewellery, businesswoman Rosita Heshmati preferred to buy her jewellery directly from small designers and boutique stores, during frequent trips to southern Europe, and to the Mediterranean in particular.

Here she found both the quality and the expressive, unique designs she craved, both for everyday wear and special occasions. “I ended up with a whole jewellery box full of these wonderful creations” she explained, “and found that I was often the envy of my friends, who began to ask me to choose items for them whenever business or pleasure took me back to this beautiful part of the world, where nothing made me happier than scouring the small streets of Venice, Florence or Istanbul for undiscovered creative gems.”

Realising that many other women wanted the same things she did – high-quality jewellery that would set them apart with its originality, femininity and the finesse that came from centuries of traditional jewellery-making, combined with a Mediterranean lyrical expressionism – Rosita set up her business, ‘Expressions des Bijoux’, which offers eight different stunning jewellery collections, reflecting a variety of tastes and styles, from refined simplicity to luxurious drama.

“Men were also very much in mind when we set up the business”, Rosita commented. “There is little more intimate or seductive for a woman than receiving a piece of jewellery as a gift, but men are often unsure about what to choose or how to go about it. For this reason, we have arranged the collections around look and feel, so that men can easily pinpoint the style of their lady love. We also have a section of our new website which guides men through the gift-buying process – and of course, we are only too happy to help directly with suggestions too.”

 “… MEN WERE ALSO VERY MUCH IN MIND WHEN WE SET UP THE BUSINESS…”

Rosita’s love of beauty and belief in the power of adornment began at an early age, when, during a childhood in her native Persia, she watched her mother create bespoke wedding gowns for brides-to-be. “I would sit quietly, for hour after hour, noting how a small cut or shape change could transform a dress and its wearer; how certain materials fell and draped; how hand-sewn pearls or beads added lustre and watching, mesmerised, as women were transformed before my eyes for their big day.”

After moving to the UK, Rosita continued her love of design into her own career as both an interior designer and property developer, enjoying both the beauty of aesthetic arrangement alongside the drive and excitement of business and it is these skills she has brought together for her new enterprise, where jewellery across a whole range of tastes and prices (from £250 – £5000) features beautiful stones such as citrines, aquamarines, tourmalines and turquoise, alongside precious metals and the occasional diamond. “I believe that women can fill a whole jewellery box in one go with us and still know they will be the only ones in the board room, at the party or wedding, to be wearing these wonderful pieces.

What makes the expressions-Des-Bijoux approach different is that these gorgeous pieces have been careful selected and curated into Collections that are themed by style, mood and that special something which is best described as how they move a woman.

Choosing by look

If you’ve noticed the style of jewellery she wears, ornate or simple, big and weighty or delicate and discreet, then simply decide by looking at the glorious colour photographs that reveal both the quality and detail of the jewellery.

For example, for striking, bold, heavy designs that make more of a statement then our Byzantium Collection could well be the answer.

Alternatively, if you’re looking to complement a more understated sense of style, and want something more youthful, the Del Lago Collection will spoil you for choice.

Each Collection has its own distinct look and feel and one or more of the Collections are sure to be right for different senses of style and mood.

Simply let your eyes wander over the different Collections, their beautiful and stylish suggestions will suggest themselves to you.

Choosing by mood

The constantly updated EdesB collection features limited editions of exclusively selected artisan jewellery. Each piece takes its inspiration from the artistic heritages of Europe. The Palazzo Collection, meanwhile features motifs that recall the Ottoman traditions. These striking pieces fuse Western and Eastern inspirations for irresistible designs.

For bold, exotic jewellery that takes its inspiration from ancient Greece and features unusual materials including snakeskin, stingray and mosaic stone designs, the Byzantine Collection evokes all the exotic intrigue an mystery of its fabled namesake.

From Italy comes the Del Lago Collection. Combining quality and elegance with a little fantasy, these glamorous designs will look stunning whether you’re wearing them for that special weekend aqay or a romantic dinner for two. For bright, colourful designs that will light up any event, see the Riviera collection. Featuring amethyst, rose gold, quartz and onyx, these pieces emanate glamour, charm and jow.

Carnevale is a collection of highly individual necklaces centred around Murano glass. A delicately decorated glass globe is flanked by braided strands of tiny coloured glass beads, secured with gold links and hammered silver balls.

Capturing the energy and serenity of the sea, the Oceania Collection features pearls. Sterling silver and inlays that hint at the colours found at sea. In shapes that reflect nature – starfish, shells, and fish – this playful collection is both youthful and beautiful.

Or, if you need a classic piece to complement a favourite evening dress, the Classique Collection is ideal. The finest gemstones are captured in sterling silver and gold vermeil, set in a variety of timeless and fascinating shapes. Elegant an subtle, this collection is for women who want something a little sophisticated.

When you tour the Expressions Des Bijoux gallery, you’ll discover jewellery every bit as unique an special as that stumbled-upon prize

Each and every gift of jewellery should be an “inspired” choice, so to help you find the right inspiration we’ve described each Collection in terms of its mood and style, echoing a woman’s sense of self.