BVLGARI UNVEILS 'POLYCHROMA' HIGH JEWELLERY COLLECTION IN TAORMINA

words by NATALIE GAL

Bvlgari’s new Polychroma collection is inspired by the timeless beauty of Sicily and ancient cultures. Featuring 56 vibrant gemstones, the collection blends history and modern craftsmanship across jewellery, watches, and fragrance.

The small town on the east coast of the island of Sicily has inspired artists since ancient times. There’s just something about it — something in the light, the air or maybe in the silence — that makes you feel incredibly close to past eras. It feels as though ancient cultures never truly disappeared, but still linger softly around us. And now, Bvlgari becomes the latest artist to capture that essence.

The new collection takes its name and spirit from the Greek words poly (“multiplicity”) and chromia (“colours”), while also paying tribute to Rome, the Eternal City. Featuring a total of 56 gemstones, the collection is showcasing a palette as diverse and radiant as the landscapes that inspired it.

The show itself is a masterpiece, a striking blend of modern elegance and ancient ritual. One look, and you’re transported: it feels like stepping back into a time when sacred art was a part of daily life. For me, it calls to mind Csontváry’s famous painting of Taormina, filled with golden hour, kaleidoscopic vibrance.

But this is more than jewellery. High-end watches, exquisite bags, and fragrances complete the world of Polychroma. Master perfumer Alberto Morillas created a scent that mirrors the collection’s richness, it is sophisticated and colourful, crafted from the finest ingredients.

Several pieces take direct inspiration from the ancient world. The Celestial Mosaic necklace, for instance, echoes the harmony of the 18th-century Tree of Life mosaic from Jericho. The Cosmic Vault was born from a moment of wonder while gazing at the constellations and the domes of the Roman skyline, by Creative Director Lucia Silvestri.

With Polychroma, Bvlgari has done it again — raising the bar, and reminding us that true artistry lies in honouring the past while creating something entirely new, I must confess, we simply adore this collection and it’s timeless glory.