Ottavia’s journey with jewellery began one summer afternoon, when her mother gifted her a box of colourful beads. Together, they started creating necklaces — a simple gesture that soon became a cherished ritual. From that day on, jewellery came to symbolise not only their special bond, but also a powerful means of self-expression and creativity.

When dreaming up Ondo, Ottavia reflected on how jewellery has always marked life’s most meaningful moments — from childhood treasures and first gifts from parents or friends on special occasions, like an 18th birthday, to unforgettable symbols of love given by someone special, or even by oneself.