LITO
LITO is a Greek fine jewellery atelier founded in Athens in 2000 by self-taught designer Lito Karakostanoglou. It creates fine and high jewellery in precious metals, including scarab-inspired collections.
| Founded | 2000 |
|---|---|
| Founder | Lito Karakostanoglou |
| Atelier | Athens, Greece |
| Team | Six master artisans |
| Website | litofinejewelry.com |
What is LITO?
LITO, or Lito Fine Jewelry, is a Greek jewellery atelier founded in 2000 by Lito Karakostanoglou, a self-taught designer and maker. The workshop is in Athens, where she works with a team of six master artisans on each bespoke commission.
Products and positioning
The atelier works in precious metals and is known for collections built around the scarab, which it treats as a protective symbol. Notable work includes:
- Cosmic Guardians, a high jewellery collection reimagining the protective beetle
- Scarabées de Beauté, a bespoke collection created in 2009 for Galerie BSL, inspired by a visit to Deyrolle in Paris
- Bespoke pieces made to commission
Distribution
LITO sells through its own website and through specialist jewellery retailers, while the Athens workshop receives visitors by appointment.
Why it matters
LITO is an example of a Greek independent jeweller that has built an international profile through a distinctive symbolic vocabulary and atelier-based craftsmanship.
Frequently asked questions
Who founded LITO jewellery?
LITO was founded in 2000 by Lito Karakostanoglou, a self-taught Greek jewellery designer.
Where is LITO based?
LITO's atelier is in Athens, Greece, and can be visited by appointment.