FEATURES
Annie Smith
jewellery studio
Asimi
hand made
The sTairway To heaven
“without wishing to sound patronising, jewellery can prove quite tricky for men. Most
contemporary
are happy to be given a nudge in the right direction,” smiles sheila Dafereras. That
designs in silver, ‘direction’ is about halfway along George street. sheila’s jewellery emporium, asimi,
18 carat gold
is at basement level, down a few steps and complete with its own little patio area. it
feels instantly homely, with a welcome to match.
and platinum
sheila has her own man’s homeland to thank for the inspiration behind asimi – her
husband is Greek and it was whilst visiting Greece that sheila was inspired by the
20 Raeburn Place
country’s artisan jewellery shops: “Greek jewellery designers display such an amazing
Stockbridge
variety, gorgeous craftsmanship and attention to detail. i’d come home wearing pieces
Edinburgh i’d bought there and friends wanted to know where i’d found them.”
Tel: 0131 332 5749
and so asimi was born. initially stocking soley Greek brands, the shop now showcases
designers from all over the world. Dutch brand Zsiska’s heart-shaped pendants encrusted
106 Bruntsfield Place with swarovski crystals are a customer favourite whilst israeli designer hagit Gorali uses
Edinburgh
freshwater pearls and silver to create stunning cuffs, necklaces and earrings.
Tel: 0131 228 4877
“i love the idea of wearing an unusual necklace with a plain t-shirt. in fact, these are
my favourite,” smiles sheila as she explains the story behind the delicate necklaces by
Open Monday to Saturday
Thallo. each is a real flower dipped in precious metal. sheila says she doesn’t believe
10am-5.30pm
special things are just for ‘special occasions’ – and looking at these i’d tend to agree.
12pm-5pm Sundays
Asimi, 40 George street, Tel: 0131 220 5070 www.asimi.co.uk
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