Autore
Autore is a Sydney based pearl jewellery house founded in 1991 by Sicilian born Rosario Autore. It creates jewellery from pearls grown in Australian waters, known for its use of colour, texture and shape.
| Founded | 1991 |
|---|---|
| Founder | Rosario Autore |
| Headquarters | Sydney, Australia |
| Speciality | Pearl jewellery |
| Website | autore.com |
What is Autore?
Autore, operated by Autore Pearls Pty Ltd, is a pearl jewellery company headquartered in Sydney, Australia. It was founded in 1991 by Rosario Autore, who was born in Sicily and grew up in a family of fishermen.
History
Autore was established with the aim of producing high quality pearl jewellery from pearls grown in Australian waters. The company has pearl farms in several locations in Australia, linking cultivation directly to its jewellery design.
Products and positioning
The house creates pearl jewellery whose designs are known for their use of colour, texture and shape. Among its best known collections are pieces inspired by Australian flora, including bejewelled orchid designs based on indigenous Australian orchids, which the brand has presented on international stages such as Baselworld.
Distribution
Autore sells through a flagship store and through jewellery retailers, and features regularly in international jewellery trade coverage.
Why it matters
Autore is one of the names that have built an international profile for Australian pearls, combining pearl farming with design led jewellery.
Frequently asked questions
Who founded Autore?
Autore was founded in 1991 by Rosario Autore, who was born in Sicily.
Where are Autore pearls from?
Autore uses pearls grown in Australian waters, from farms in several locations in Australia.