How it's made: Loewe's leather marquetry shines in the T-pouch
Ancient Japanese wood screens found in Hong Kong by creative director Jonathan Anderson inspired the brand's carp motif
At a time when fashion brands are trying to do everything – from stylish gadgets to scented candles –, Loewe stands out for its simple ability to create smart, memorable designs.
This is meticulous and complex work, a testament to the brand’s remarkable expertise in manipulating leather, and the attention to detail is even more evident when working with smaller accessories. Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at how they create the popular T-pouch with a carp motif – inspired by a Japanese screen by creative director Jonathan Anderson found in Hong Kong, and a design that is as visually stunning on a screen as it is on your bag.
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In order to produce the shimmering effect of the fish, the craftsman carefully chooses several layers of leather in different hues and textures. Each piece of leather is cut by laser and cleaned to remove unpleasant odours from the burning.
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A special tool is used when cutting each part of the design. The tool is placed under the leather and the industrial laser cutting machine makes a clean cut in the leather.