Editorials
Studio Xaquixe - Oaxacan Craft
“Beyond expanding the appreciation of glass as an art form, we want to further sustainability as a culture.” — Salime Harp Cruces & Christian Thornton In Zapotec, xaquixe means “at the base of the mountain.” Nestled in the heart of The Mixtec Knot, the convergence of Mexico’s two mountain ranges, sits the Studio Xaquixe workshop […]
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Ram Rijal: An Exhibition of Emerald, Sapphire & Gold
Custom treasures designed for galleries, studios and personal collections. Born in Nepal, Ram Rijal spent much of his childhood observing the traditional goldsmiths of Kathmandu. This elemental education blossomed into a passion for gold and precious gems informed by centuries of Nepalese craftsmanship, and in turn a career as a self-taught jeweler exhibiting some of […]
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Péro: The Colors of Surya
Typically known for utilizing contrasting patterns in their designs, such as floral prints, playful gingham and lace-like eyelets, Péro’s first pre-fall delivery branches into bright, striking solids across silk reminiscent of Surya, the powerful Hindu sun goddess. In vibrant orange, yellow, magenta and green, this chosen palette is imbued with a particularly animated spirit. Although […]
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Astier de Villatte: Alexandre
Benoît Astier de Villatte and Ivan Pericoli of Astier de Villatte have always been drawn towards the old, the forgotten, the historic. A Parisian legacy of artisanal, handmade ceramics dating back hundreds of years. The last surviving linotype printing press operating in France. Sticks of incense produced and rolled by the inhabitants of the island […]
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Daniela Gregis: A Rush of Rosemary
Blush, white and cream evoke a soft power quintessential to the Daniela Gregis style – wherein crisp cottons and silks take on a polished, but relaxed feel across her seasonal offerings. For pre-fall, she explores the depths of Liberty by contrasting pastel fiori prints against elegant, tonal solids. Handwoven straw baskets transport the wearer from the streets […]
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Why UK Craft?
As many designers who reside in the country can attest, the UK has long offered a cultural appreciation and welcoming community for craftspeople. Because of this, one may ask themselves how this attitude entered the psyche of the British Isles and why it persists? The story of Great Britain’s current place in design finds its […]
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Summer Sandals
Summer style is often synonymous with letting loose, being bold or letting your hair down. For whatever adventures are before you, we present our favorite sandals and slides – from vintage to edgy, sleek to playful. Trippen Since Trippen’s beginnings in the early 1990’s, they have been dedicated to engineering avant-garde, architectural shoes that are […]
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Kantha: Recycling History
The art of Kantha is a prime example of a culture’s ability to repurpose their own creations into something new. Kantha, translating to “patched cloth,” is a Bengali export of the subcontinent. Traditionally comprised of old, discarded garments, the technique owes its existence to the cultural and historic significance of the sari, a pillar of […]
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Avant Toi: Continuous Innovation
“Innovation only works in combination with craftsmanship and real know-how, and we have been able to demonstrate both for 60 years.” – Mirko Ghignone Originally founded in 1994, Avant Toi is led by Fiorella and Mirko Ghignone, the latter serving as the brand’s perpetually curious creative director. The sibling team has been around cashmere and […]
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Rianna + Nina: One-of-a-Kind
Vintage fabrics, intricate design and a love for the unique all come together in Rianna + Nina’s line of one-of-a-kind garments. The friendship of Rianna Kounou and Nina Knaudt was born from a deep, mutual love for the beauty and uniquity of vintage fabrics. Today, their brand is infused with this same adoration – particularly […]
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Casey Zablocki: Wood-Fired Pottery
*This article was originally created and published by Architectural Digest Montana-Based Ceramic Artist Casey Zablocki fires up his most ambitious work yet. Casey Zablocki is sleep-deprived. It’s mid-April; his ceramics studio has been running 24 hours a day for the past week; and he’s working the night shift, firing the wood-burning kiln from midnight to […]
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Jil Sander: "Queen of Less"
An accomplished designer with an illustrious, decades-long career, Jil Sander has always been known for her sharp, feminine silhouettes draped in a refined, minimalist aesthetic. Whether it be Bauhaus functionalism or world-renowned engineering, the influence of established German design has helped direct Sander’s inclinations and tastes since her fashion career began. Born in Germany in […]
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Noir Handmade: The Magic of Mud Silk
Marcella Echavarria’s Noir Handmade expertly ties the traditional art of mud silk to straightforward silhouettes producing deceptively simple garments. The creation of mud silk garments originates in the Guangdong province of China, regionally linked to the unique organic characteristics of the Pearl River. Relying on season specific, labor-intensive work, these silks are dyed using the […]
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Injiri Home Goods
Real India For designer Chinar Farooqui, the beauty of an item lies within the process of its creation. While this ethos holds true for her clothing design, we find it especially present within her collection of softgoods. Lighthearted, colorful and thoughtfully detailed, each piece is entirely handmade by a cooperative of artisans dedicated to preserving […]
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Bokja: Weaving the Silk Road
Designs inspired by an ancient trade route, the Beirut brand builds on the traditional styles of their home region to produce new ideas. A route spanning from the warm and salty waters of the Mediterranean Sea to the numerous gulfs of the Indian Ocean to the lush forests and rivers of Eastern Asia. For centuries, […]
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Gilda Midani: The Beauty of Batik
A thousand year old technique for the modern day, designers such as Gilda Midani have found a place to incorporate this textile dyeing process into their lines. Capable of producing bold blocks of color that reveal a hint of the handmade aesthetic, Gilda leans on Batik as one of her tools in creating her whimsically […]
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Astier de Villatte: Robinson
“It’s what we had always seen at home, our parents hunted for beautiful things that we used every day.” – Mathilde Carron Benoît Astier de Villatte and Ivan Pericoli of Astier de Villatte have never produced their ceramics to the commonplace standards of dinnerware since their start in 1996, continuously searching for unorthodox ideas to implement […]
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Golden Goose Sneakers
Flashy summer kicks with a one-of-a-kind flare. Abundantly fun and free-spirited, Golden Goose has been committed to turning heads and stopping traffic for over twenty years. Their handmade sneaks are a first pick for summer stepping, with shine and excitement palpable within every pair. Silver and gold hit the pavement (and the trails, the boardwalk, […]
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Closed Jeans
Sustainable, flattering, luxury denim Dreamed up in 1968, with the simple idea of becoming Italy’s first luxury denim label, Marithé and François Girbaud established what has now become Closed jeans. Helmed today by friends and business partners Til Nadler, Gordon Giers and Hans Redlefsen, innovation and high standards define this iconic collection of jeans that […]
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Kaval: The Natural Palette
Elegantly subtle designs inspired by the essential It is no surprise that Kaval’s palette is as natural as their creative approach, wherein they hand cut and sew organic fabrics to highlight the material’s best qualities. For summer, they have crafted a palette seemingly inspired by the diverse Japanese landscape – a tranquil color wheel of […]
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Cire Trudon: A Candle Making Legacy
Candles for Royalty, Presidents and Prime Ministers For centuries, French society has been defined by its tumultuous political and cultural upheaval and subsequent rebuilding. Incredibly, through these periods of destruction and rebirth, the Trudon name has continued to endure. Considered France’s oldest remaining candle maker, Cire Trudon continues to carry on the legacy of handcrafting […]
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Maison de Vacances: Summer Living
Plush comfort in the warmth of the sun. Nestled in the lush gardens of the Palais Royale, just a short walk from iconic cultural sites such as The Louvre and Les Deux Plateaux, Maison de Vacances has embodied a love for exquisite soft goods since 1995. Established by Michèle Fouks, this family-run company exemplifies the refined, […]
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Trippen: Summer Slides
Sustainably celebrating the earth one season at a time. Trippen’s summer offerings have arrived au naturale. In Cloud, Desert and a delightful blue-green called Leafs, these rounded and square toed double banded sandals celebrate and honor the earth they were inspired by. In search of radical solutions to climate stability, the brand has emphasized renewability within their elegant designs. Their […]
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Gareth Casey: Artist Turned "Clothes Maker"
“It’s not about being flashy or surprising. It’s just about: ‘Oh my God, that feels so good.’ ” To the naive perspective, the output of all fashion designers may be imagined as flamboyant and extravagant, but in reality this is far from the case. Developing polished, straightforward clothing is at the heart of those who strive […]