Shes was told New Zealand women are renowned for their reluctance to display their jewellery in any conspicuous way which is in direct contrast to their European cousins whom she says "consider it a sign of self confidence and maturity to adorn themselves with beautiful jewellery."

“The opportunity to have the creator of the collection explain its emotion and meaning is of special significance to those who love the craftsmanship of fine pieces,” said Margaret Foley, Owner of Hartfield Jewellers. "Its also a chance to see some of the worlds most stunning jewellery worn by someone who has the attitude and style of the dolce vita!" she added.

Miss Bruni, Italian jewellery heiress launch the latest collections at Hartfield Jewellers, the sole Australasian retailer of the Pasquale Bruni collection in New Zealand on December 5, 2005. She will showcase $3 million of diamond jewellery at a cocktail party to be attended by the Italian Ambassador Liana Marolla. Miss Bruni will spend the remainder of this week in Hartfield meeting valued customers and explaining the intricate details and innovative thinking behind the newest pieces. "You should change your jewellery as frequently in a day as you change your clothes,” she tells her customers. Pasquale Bruni is renowned for their artistic interpretation of precious metals and stones, taken from nature and interpreted as earrings, rings, pendants and bracelets.