Black Titanium Jewelry: The Must Haves According to HyperionLab

Creating high-end jewelry in which goldsmith workmanship and new technologies find their most expressive understanding is a true mission for HyperionLab - the company founded in 2018 by Fabio Magrin - which provides an exclusive third-party manufacturing service, thanks to its unconventional and particularly experimental inclination. As demonstrated by the decision to specialize in processing a series of cutting-edge materials, which require considerable know-how combined with an innovative approach. One of these is titanium, which, in its darkest version, has become jewelry’s latest frontier, not only because of its fascinating and enigmatic appearance, but also due to its chemical characteristics that make it extremely versatile, offering infinite possibilities in jewelry design materialization.

But what exactly is titanium? And why has it become so coveted in its black version? 

«Innumerable styles can be achieved with titanium: from elegant and modern designs to bold and intricate pieces. Working with it is a real challenge and requires considerable effort and tremendous craftsmanship skills, but the end result can reach unparalleled heights,» explains Magrin. 

Light, durable, biocompatible, and therefore hypoallergenic, titanium gives HyperionLab's designers and craftsmen absolute free rein to create large items with the advantage of unexpected lightness. «We are talking about a particularly versatile natural chemical element that does not corrode, does not tarnish, is scratch-resistant and ensures great wearability due to its lightness. That is exactly why HyperionLab's master craftsmen can experiment with infinite customization possibilities. Generally used in the industrial sector for its resistance to corrosive agents and its lightness, it first appeared in jewelry in the 1990s, but its black version has only recently started to become popular.» 

Indeed, titanium comes in different colors and finishes: from classic silver to the most vivid shades right up to black, which has become one of the most sought-after colors of the moment. «Black titanium is obtained through an additional process used to darken its primary grey color with a matt finish that gives an enigmatic and unconventional tone with a highly contemporary effect. A great variety of jewelry designs can be made in this dark version. From rings, which have become popular because they are so lightweight, to necklaces for those looking for a minimalist piece of jewelry, to bracelets that meet the needs of those who want something bolder. There are also many other options, such as earrings and hair clips. Moreover, by combining black titanium with materials such as gold and precious gems, one can achieve truly unique and original aesthetic combinations, like those that have led our creations to carve out a name for themselves and stand out on the market».