Inside the Italian Jewellery Houses: What We Look for When We Source

There is a particular kind of magic inside the Italian jewellery houses. The quiet hum of craftsmanship. The rhythm of hands shaping metal. The soft shine of gold catching natural light. It is a world where artistry and intention meet, and it is where the heart of Linked by Brilla comes alive.

When we travel for sourcing, whether to Italy for Vicenzaoro or to connect with designers across Canada and Europe, we are not simply browsing collections. We are searching for pieces that carry emotion, honour tradition, and reflect the modern woman we serve.

This is the part of the story most people never see. The sourcing. The conversations. The standards behind every piece we bring home. Today, we are opening that door.

What We Look for in Every Designer

Choosing who earns a place in the Brilla collection is a thoughtful and layered process. We look beyond beauty, beyond trends, and beyond what will photograph well.

We look for:

Craftsmanship that speaks without words
Gold that feels alive. Stones that sit intentionally. Details that reveal the hand and heart behind the work.

A story worth sharing
We want to know the designer, their background, their inspiration, and the soul behind their work. Jewellery without story is decoration. Jewellery with story becomes legacy.

Ethical practices and responsible production
Integrity matters. Where materials come from, how artisans are supported, and how pieces are made all shape the true value of jewellery.

Timelessness over trend
Trends move quickly. We curate pieces meant to outlast seasons and shape personal style for years to come.

These standards guide every conversation, every touchpoint, and every curated decision.

Inside the Creative World of the Designers We Meet

While Italy holds a special place in our sourcing journey, it is only one part of the global story we are building at Linked by Brilla. We connect with designers across Canada, Europe, and beyond, most often through in person conversations at international tradeshows like Vicenzaoro.

These moments allow us to experience their collections up close, understand their design philosophy, and ask the questions that matter. The energy of a tradeshow is unmistakable. The room hums with creativity, craftsmanship, and the shared passion of artists who shape jewellery with intention.

Over the years, we have also had the privilege of stepping inside a select few workshops. These experiences deepen our appreciation for the artistry each designer brings, but whether we meet in their workshop or at their showcase, the heart of what we look for remains the same.

Our sourcing is not defined by location. It is defined by connection. By the values a designer carries. And by how their pieces will live on the women who wear them.

Why This Matters for You

Most clients never see this part of our world, but it is the reason our pieces feel different.

Because when you choose jewellery from Linked by Brilla, you are choosing:

Craftsmanship over mass production
Connection over convenience
Meaning over marketing
Legacy over impulse

You are choosing pieces that stand the test of time and honour the stories you are living and becoming. And to us, that is everything.

A Curation Built Around You

Our sourcing process is rooted in one goal: understanding the women we serve.

We consider your lifestyle, your personal style, your desire for versatility, and the emotional meaning jewellery holds in your life.

This is not retail. This is not a transaction. This is curation with heart.

Every designer we select, every piece we bring home, and every decision we make is done with you in mind.

Discover Jewellery with Intention

The beauty of global craftsmanship lies not only in how a piece looks, but in how it makes you feel when you wear it.

If you are ready to explore jewellery chosen with artistry, passion, and purpose, we would love to guide you.

Book a private consultation or connect with us to discover pieces sourced with intention, curated with expertise, and chosen for the woman you are becoming.