Hermina Athens
Hermina Athens is a Greek jewellery brand founded by Konstantina Pantelous and based in a studio in central Athens. It makes charm studded, chain based necklaces, bracelets and earrings inspired by Greek mythology.
| Founder | Konstantina Pantelous |
|---|---|
| Base | Athens, Greece |
| Inspiration | Greek mythology |
| Production | Athens silversmith workshops |
| Website | herminaathens.com |
What is Hermina Athens?
Hermina Athens is a jewellery brand from Athens, Greece, founded by Konstantina Pantelous, a former freelance translator who began making jewellery at home as a creative outlet. The brand is named after her daughter, Hermina. Its studio occupies the second floor of a neoclassical building of more than a century old in the city centre.
Products and positioning
Hermina Athens is known for charm studded, chain based jewellery, including necklaces, chokers, bracelets, cuffs, earrings and clip on charms. Pantelous draws on Greek mythology, which she admires for its explanations of the natural world and its flawed, relatable gods, as well as on symbols, surrealism and film. The aesthetic is maximalist but guided by moderation, with a deliberate appreciation of imperfection and asymmetry.
- Charm necklaces and chokers
- Chain bracelets and cuffs
- Earrings and clip on charms
Production
Designs are developed in the Athens studio, and the silver elements are made by three silversmith workshops within walking distance. Materials that cannot be produced in Athens are sourced from certified suppliers.
Distribution
The studio runs the brand's online shop, handles wholesale orders and hosts private appointments. Hermina Athens is stocked by international retailers including Liberty London and Anthropologie.
Why it matters
The brand shows how a small Greek jewellery house can reach major international retailers while keeping production in a local craft network.
Frequently asked questions
Who founded Hermina Athens?
Hermina Athens was founded by Konstantina Pantelous and is named after her daughter, Hermina.
Where is Hermina Athens jewellery made?
It is designed in a studio in central Athens, with silver elements made by local Athens silversmith workshops.