Clarks X Christopher Raeburn - SS2016
Despite the fact that there are almost 200 years that separate their origins, British footwear brand Clarks and London Fashion Week designer Christopher Raeburn’s first collaboration reflects their shared love of craftsmanship, and presents a Spring/Summer 2016 range of shoes that celebrate style and purpose that uniquely represent the ethos of both brands.
Clarks x Christopher Raeburn’s first collection for both men and women consists of eleven styles that were previewed to the press last autumn and I’m please to say the range will now be launched in stores in February.
The range combines Clarks' rich heritage of craft and shoe making expertise and the inspiration for Christopher Raeburn’s Spring/Summer ‘16 collection : Sarawak, a Borneo theme, with the anthropologist Tom Harrison at the centre of the story.
Note the functional sensibilities that fashionistas have come to expect of Christopher Raeburn's innovative designs that work well with Clarks' attention to comfort such as the Extralight cleated soles and Cushion Plus technology with dual density cushioning.
For women, the Salek Sun as shown is the hero sandal which will feature on the catwalk at London Fashion Week this coming February.
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| Above, the Salek Sun. Woven detailing and bold ankle straps combine with block heels using lightweight EVA to create a sandal that is modern and functional. Note the combination of webbing and cork, and the unique clasp fastening. |
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| Jungle Fern features a higher block heel and comes in buttersoft nubuck, an urban take on the jungle inspiration. |
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| Jungle Trek takes an authentic trekking boot and gives it a contemporary spin with washed canvas panels and a cleated lightweight heel. |
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 Kuku Big Bag signifies a modern take on traditional leatherwork. These bold yet minimalist leather bags are handcrafted by its maker in traditional leather working methods. Its minimalist aesthetics does not compromise with functionality, honouring the needs of our ever mobile urban lifestyle. Kuku Big Bag is inspired by cultural oddities experienced in a life spent in Amsterdam, Hong Kong and London. |
Kuku Big Bag is modern take on traditional leatherwork. These bold yet minimalist leather bags are handcrafted by its maker in traditional leather working methods. Its minimalist aesthetics does not compromise with functionality, honouring the needs of our ever mobile urban lifestyle. Kuku Big Bag is inspired by cultural oddities experienced in a life spent in Amsterdam, Hong Kong and London.
Handcrafted at Studio Candice Lau by founder, Candice Lau (above, showcasing her craftsmanship at the Design Junction fair in London). She is a designer and maker currently working in the art of leatherwork. She first learnt the invaluable skill of pattern making and traditional saddlery work in Hong Kong and the London School of Fashion in London.
With the growing success, Candice went on to further challenge her creativity and skills by empowering brands to develop and create bespoke and unique leather pieces with her expertise in leatherwork. She continues to spread her knowledge by teaching the art of leatherwork across Hong Kong, London and Amsterdam.
Candice Lau is holding a pop-up workshop at Heal's on April 8th. To find out more, click HERE.
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Louis Vuitton showed off its crafts(wo)manship at its Series 3 exhibition in London in October 2015.
An artisan demonstrates how one of LV's best-selling designer bags is made. Only experienced hands can yield such luxury.
An artisan demonstrates how one of LV's best-selling designer bags is made. Only experienced hands can yield such luxury.
All photos by Lucia Carpio for My Fashion Connect Global at the Louis Vuitton Series 3 exhibition, 180 Strand, London WC2 September - October 2015.
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