
Jessie Western – Native American Artistry Meets Notting Hill
Jessie Western is a brand with values we can really get behind. Their pledge? Minimal waste and no plastic.
INTERVIEW WITH TA-TUNG
Tell us about the inspiration behind your project:
When someone is riding a motorcycle and carrying luggage or items can cause a distraction. So, I combined leather goods with motorcycles and created Biker&leathers to solve this problem. These multipurpose leather storage goods can be dismantled and then used as a rear or side backpack.
What do you think makes leather a great material to design with?
Leather is one of the by-products of cattle farming, it is durable and eco-friendly. Putting aside the pursuit of famous brands, leather is the earliest technology used by human beings; the charm of leather is in our DNA.
How do you think winning this competition will impact your career as a designer?
I have more confidence in materials, in craftsmanship and design concepts; this will drive me to continue designing and crafting.
How has this competition influenced your view of working with leather in the future?
After I graduate from college, I want to create a brand with two main projects: rider leather and fine leather carving customization, and of course general leather goods.
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Jessie Western is a brand with values we can really get behind. Their pledge? Minimal waste and no plastic.
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