Bvlgari Biography
Sotirio Bulgari, Founder
Jewerly, Watch and Perfume Designer History

Sotorio Bulgari immigrated to Italy from Greece in 1884 where he opened his first shop in Via Sistina in Rome. With the help of his sons Constantino and Giorgio Bulgari opened Via Condotti and in 1950 BVLGARI came into international attention when they began to make innovative jewelry for some of the most famous women, including the actress Elizabeth Taylor. Today Nicola and Paolo Bulgari are assisted by their newphew Francesco Trapani for the creation of unique fine jewelry and perfumes. For more information about Bulgari go to www.bvlgari.com and for special Internet sale offers, including Bvlgari gift sets and gift baskets for special occasion and holiday gift giving, see the resource list below.