In the current age of fast fashion, where styles rotate in and out in rapid succession, certain articles of clothing have nonetheless remained staples in our wardrobes. One of these key pieces is the black leather jacket. Still, there is little positive to be said about an industry churning on cheaply, unethically manufactured products to keep up with online trends. However, one does not have to abandon quality, ethics, and style, so long as they are willing to pay for it.
“Fashion is part of the daily air and it changes all the time, with all the events. You can even see the approaching of a revolution in clothes. You can see and feel everything in clothes.” —Diana Vreeland
Martin Key is a brand, with the core ideal of uncompromising design, run by a Swedish designer of the same name. The leather jackets are stunning and made with a passion only experience and skilful craftmanship can accomplish. All articles of clothing, besides available shoes which come from Italy, are handcrafted in Sweden. Each item is manufactured with the notion of individuality deep within its seams; every item has its own tale, just as every person.
“I think there is beauty in everything. What ‘normal’ people perceive as ugly, I can usually see something of beauty in it.”—Alexander McQueen
Black is a universal colour in fashion; it can work in combination with just about any shade. Leather jackets suit various occasions, though perhaps not the most formal affairs. There can be a huge difference between a tailor-made item and a standard fit jacket; there are many variations in body structure that normal size ranges cannot always address.
“You gotta have style. It helps you get down the stairs. It helps you get up in the morning. It’s a way of life. Without it, you’re nobody. I’m not talking about lots of clothes.” —Diana Vreeland
When tailor-made items are ordered, Martin Key cannot necessarily provide precise times for delivery. Especially considering the import of exotic leathers. Made-to-order items have standard delivery frameworks. Martin Key does not have a physical retail store but operates online and through studio hours which can be booked through appointments. This is a rather different style of operation from many big-name brands, especially fast fashion operators.
Some products are even manufactured with reptile skins, which are legally acquired, though certain customers may need to seek out import permits.
“You can never take too much care over the choice of your shoes. Too many women think that they are unimportant, but the real proof of an elegant woman is what is on her feet.” —Christian Dior
Martin Key: Never compromise when it comes to fashion
In the current age of fast fashion, where styles rotate in and out in rapid succession, certain articles of clothing have nonetheless remained staples in our wardrobes. One of these key pieces is the black leather jacket. Still, there is little positive to be said about an industry churning on cheaply, unethically manufactured products to keep up with online trends. However, one does not have to abandon quality, ethics, and style, so long as they are willing to pay for it.
“Style is the only thing you can’t buy. It’s not in a shopping bag, a label, or a price tag. It’s something reflected from our soul to the outside world—an emotion.”—Alber Elbaz
Martin Key is a brand, with the core ideal of uncompromising design, run by a Swedish designer of the same name. The leather jackets are stunning and made with a passion only experience and skilful craftmanship can accomplish. All articles of clothing, besides available shoes which come from Italy, are handcrafted in Sweden. Each item is manufactured with the notion of individuality deep within its seams; every item has its own tale, just as every person.
“Girls do not dress for boys. They dress for themselves, and of course, each other. If girls dressed for boys, they’d just walk around naked at all times.” —Betsey Johnson
Black is a universal colour in fashion; it can work in combination with just about any shade. Leather jackets suit various occasions, though perhaps not the most formal affairs. There can be a huge difference between a tailor-made item and a standard fit jacket; there are many variations in body structure that normal size ranges cannot always address.
“A little bad taste is like a nice splash of paprika. We all need a splash of bad taste—it’s hearty, it’s healthy, it’s physical. I think we could use more of it. No taste is what I’m against.” —Diana Vreeland
When tailor-made items are ordered, Martin Key cannot necessarily provide precise times for delivery. Especially considering the import of exotic leathers. Made-to-order items have standard delivery frameworks. Martin Key does not have a physical retail store but operates online and through studio hours which can be booked through appointments. This is a rather different style of operation from many big-name brands, especially fast fashion operators.
“Humor is a big part of my style. You have to be willing to fall on your face a bit, to be that fashion roadkill. I know so many people who are die-hard fashion people who are way more educated than I am, but I love fashion. It’s so much more important than just material.” —Zoë Kravitz
Some products are even manufactured with reptile skins, which are legally acquired, though certain customers may need to seek out import permits.
“What I really do believe is that anybody—and it really doesn’t matter what shape your body is—can be seductive and sexy and gorgeous and beautiful. I use an extreme idea of beauty as a way of showing Céline, but I don’t believe it has to be like that outside of the fashion show.” —Phoebe Philo
