In our quest to find pieces that will best help others express their personal style, we would like to introduce Daniele Basta. Last October, we stopped by his showroom in Paris’ 3rd arrondissement—an antique 17th century building made of exposed woodwork and iron, tucked among galleries and hip cafes. The first thing that struck us, aside from Daniele’s big smile and cool jeans, was his artistic presence. This was someone devoted to the fire of creativity—a virtue obvious from his leather craft.
Daniele first began working as a fashion consultant in 2000, with his self-named label coming to fruition in 2010. Born in Empoli, Italy, Daniele has been influenced by Italian workmanship his entire life. Not only had his family run their own leather atelier for generations, but living just outside of Florence, great leather is practically synonymous with the location.
Daniele Basta Conditioning His Leather Metal Leaf Bag
His leather of choice is an incredibly supple lambskin, an ideal canvas for the deep monochrome dyes that inform Daniele’s palette. In addition to being lightweight for handbags, the handfeel is notably soft—akin to leather accessories that have been worn again and again, becoming more pliant with time.
Migon Leaves Evening Bag in Black (Left), Migon Leaves Evening Bag in Black (Right)Daniele Basta Handstitching Straps To The Inseam
The distinct metal accents on each bag are what really make a Basta a Basta. Made from sterling silver, these handwrought elements add a layer of visual interest and edge. There is a lot of style harnessed within these designs, made by someone who has fully embraced the possibilities of a bold voice.
