Carla Bruni-Sarkozy, France’s former First Lady, fronts the latest campaign for Bulgari’s “Diva Collection.” The Italian-born beauty was photographed by Terry Richardson in Rome, showcasing a series of glamorous Bulgari looks.
“Bulgari is, for me, the symbol of passion and of that vivid and colorful Roman gaiety,” Bruni explained. “Like the stones on the Seventies bracelet my aunt wore when I was a child. I loved that bracelet—its joy, its fantasy. I dreamed of one day possessing such a wonder of my own! I was told that, like me, it came from Italy to Paris. Perhaps that was part of why I loved it, too.”
The singer and former model is certainly no stranger to the fashion world, having previously modeled for the likes of Yves Saint Laurent, Dior, and Chanel before leaving the runway to pursue her musical aspirations.
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Photos: Terry Richardson / Vogue