An Ode to Women for the Arts | Orsini Luncheon 2025
This exclusive event raised awareness for the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ, on International Women's Day, celebrating Women in the Arts at NSP.
International Women’s Day 2025 was celebrated by raising funds for Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.
Hosted by Orsini Fine Jewellery & Jillian Friedlander
Guests enjoyed fine dining at Non Solo Pizza, Q&A with five renowned New Zealand women artists, fashion by Maman, while previewing beautiful Italian jewellery including an incredible display of jewellery by Al Coro brought over from Europe.
Sarah and the team curated the models with elegant Italian jewellery, showcasing design, sophistication and effortless style.
Below are some of the favourite pieces and looks from the day.
Sarah Hutchings, Renee Wright and Jillian Friedlander
Model wearing Pomellato Nudo rings and Al Coro Jewellery. Clothes by Maman
Karin modelling Al Coro diamond and 18k gold jewellery. Clothes by Maman
Al Coro Candy Collection
Al Coro Jewellery
Artist Katherine Throne with original artwork, and Sarah Hutchings from Orsini Fine Jewellery
This exclusive event raised awareness for the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ, as well as raising funds for this important charity.
Thank you to everyone who attended the event, donated to the silent auction, or contributed in any way. It was a collective effort, and it was truly wonderful to come together to celebrate creativity, strength, and the power of women in the arts.
Artists Nicola Bennett and Clare Barker
Original Artwork 'Thoughtful' by Frankie Meaden
Artwork by Clare Barker
The inspiring afternoon was MC'd by Renee Wright with a Q&A with renowned New Zealand women artists; Natasha Wright, Katherine Throne, Nicola Bennett, Clare Barker & Frankie Meaden.
Jewellery Designers Alex and Jackie Corolli, from Al Coro
Karin modelling beautiful hand crafted gold and diamond jewellery from Marco Bicego's Petali collection. Clothes by Maman
Art by Nicola Bennett
Artist Katherine Throne
Artist Natasha Wright, Jillian Friedlander
Artists Nicola Bennett, Clare Barker, Katherine Throne, Natasha Wright
Kate and Emma from Maman with Sarah Hutchings, Jillian Friedlander, and Rene Wright
Artist Frankie Meaden @BeautifullyFrank
Helene Ravlich modelling Pomellato jewellery. Clothes by Maman
See it in person
Some pieces have to be seen in daylight.
Photographs flatten fine jewellery. Book a private hour at our Parnell Atelier — our private design space above the boutique — and we will set aside the pieces worth seeing.
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