NEWS BITES DECEMBER 2009 Maria Diakos has opened her new store called 'Ivy + Bird'.  A destination to be inspired, fawn over and enjoy truly unique gifts, fabrics + jewellery. Opening december 15 2009 APRIL 2009 Rosemount Fashion Week was the highlight for Maria Diakos in 2009. Maria was invited to show her product range and mixed with talent that Australia has to offer. FEBRUARY 2009 Jetstar's inflight magazine featured Maria Diakos' jewellery. The editor was impressed with the bold accents and black jade that light up the flirty range of sterling silver pieces! NOVEMBER 2008 Map magazine highlights the silver pieces of Maria Diakos as part of the Christmas 'must-haves'. A range that will keep you wanting to order gifts for friends, friends' children and partners. Order online now and save! FEBRUARY 2008 Map Magazine talks about the Maria Diakos frivolous tote and beautiful accessories in its February 2008 issue. Pictured is the Truly Cute Tote in Vintage Brown Florals. JANUARY 2007 The Courier Mail's Q Weekend Magazine's Style Counsel Elizabeth Clarke recommended Maria Diakos Jewellery to readers in this article (20.01.07). Elizabeth described Maria's latest creations as a "pretty and affordable range of single and multi-strand necklaces made of black jade, agate, obsidian, black crystal and how lite". JANUARY 2007 International starlet Tara Reid enjoyed wearing several of Maria's pieces during her recent tour of Australia while promoting the Gold Coast Magic Millions. Tara Reid at Magic Millions 07 wearing Maria Diakos jewellery.   Tote bags featured in Map Mag September 07 and February 08