GREEK FASHION & DESIGN

From the naturalist themes of Minoan Crete to the geometric motifs of classical Greece, from the intricate designs of Byzantium to the contemporary chic of Mykonos, Greek style has inspired through the ages. Drawing from old and new alike and a tradition of fine craftsmanship, Greek fashion and design is increasingly being recognized on the world stage.

Combining excellent creative talent and manufacturing competitiveness, Greece’s design, clothing and apparel cluster has undertaken a remarkable restructuring in the last few years to emerge as a new export industry. Some traditional industries, like the furriers of the northern Greek town of Kastoria, have long been recognized on world markets: exporting more than two thirds of their output, their quality products honed by more than 600 years of experience and craftsmanship.

Greece is a place where classic design meets modern desire, a land with a long and revered history for creating the finest and most intricately designed jewelry, some of which still exists today, gracing collections of the finest museums. Today, fine jewelry from Greece is vibrantly alive with modern vision, unexpected pairings and exceptional designs that move from elegant opulence to coolly contemporary with an edge.