The Journal · Since 2020
Writings on gold and essence: the atelier, the wearer, and the making of pieces meant to be worn by one.
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A map of Italian perfume: the historic apothecaries, the fashion houses, the contemporary niche houses and the independent perfumers, with the criteria to tell them apart.
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A simple ritual for testing a perfume properly: on skin, one at a time, over a full day, until the choice is obvious.
Jul 2026
How fragrance concentration shapes longevity, projection and character, and why Donzella composes in eau de parfum.
Jul 2026
How to choose a gemstone for fine jewellery: colour, cut, setting and meaning, guided by the Milano atelier of Donzella. Begin a private conversation.
Jul 2026
How DONZELLA transforms inherited jewellery into a singular new creation through UNICA, its Milano bespoke practice. Begin a private conversation.
Jul 2026
How a bespoke high jewellery commission unfolds at our Milano atelier: from first conversation to a single, unrepeatable creation made by hand.
Jul 2026
