Eternal Vitality
By Bingbing Bai
Practicality and artistry are woven through the work, with the aim of broadening the integration of vegetable-tanned leather into modern lifestyle pieces. She used a traditional leather sewing technique that is purely handmade and retains its natural color without any dyeing. The artisanship runs through from beginning to end. Inspiration. All things are endless. Every line and every silhouette are a reflection of nature’s essential vitality. Inspired by the golden ratio, the three-piece collection combines the uniqueness of handcrafted leather, through molding, carving and shaping to bring out the leather’s natural elements. Materials. The charm of Tuscan vegetable-tanned leather accentuates the leather’s vitality. These animal hides are sourced as by-products of the European meat and dairy industry. The technique of vegetable tanning involves using natural vegetable tannins to alter the protein structure of the hide, causing it to become leather. Finalist, Category B, BIAAF International Fashion & Design Contest 2024. Watch the collection in 360° Source: biaaf.com