Montblanc, known for its classically and distinctively masculine jewellery lines, adds a new dimension to its Monograin Collection of oxidised sterling silver accessories, with the introduction of another distinctly masculine feature, leather. This is the first time that leather has been used by Montblanc in this manner and so identifying the best way to work with it required a considerable investment of time and effort. For example, embossing leather can sometimes flatten surfaces but Montblanc’s ateliers have managed to add the Grain de Riz motif to the leather in this case while maintaining a rich, deep and tactile surface. Technology aside, the Montblanc jewellery designers also had to source a variety of different leathers that could withstand the impact of the embossing process. The skin that meets the requirements to withstand the pressure of the embossing process, was bull hide. To match the strong, simple and masculinity of the patterns and materials the designers chose a colour palette of dark grey. The leather inlay has been carefully positioned to ensure that it is centred and balanced. The sizes of the pieces and lengths of chain, for instance, have also been minutely calculated to match their design and to appeal to a male audience. The collection includes a pair of cufflinks, a pendant and a bangle that exhibit the same understated elegance, and are destined to be classic lifetime companions for a man.
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