Stones and chains

CEBU, Philippines - Stones and chains define the jewelry collection of Virtucio. Semi-precious stones and gems are mixed with metal, gold, and silver – in different colors, shapes and sizes. And Christine Virtucio, the lady behind the brand, has an interesting story.

It all started only as a hobby, creating jewelry pieces at home for her personal use. As she wore her creations, her friends liked it and begged her to make one for them. Christine did as they asked, and a business began.

Soon enough, Virtucio was already selling her homemade jewelries at a mall in Bohol, where she’s from. Then she participated in a bazaar in Cebu, where more customers discovered and loved the jewelry she displayed. At the bazaar’s end, many people asked her to come back. The enthusiastic reception made her consider having a major product launch in the city. She had a one-day trunk show recently at Tinderbox, in Banilad, to great delight of Cebuano jewelry.

Virtucio is known for customized jewelry. And customers may choose from different fashionable designs to their liking – from necklace, bracelet, down to anklet, all at prices to fit one’s budget. For more information, one may visit www.facebook.com/ChristineVirtucioDesigns and christinevirtucio on Instagram.