
Meet fashion stylist, Mike Adler
Each month, Mike will take us on a journey through the world of leather in the fashion industry and how it is being used, worn and loved. Let us introduce you to Mike Adler: Leather Loves.
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.
Click here to view all the shortlisted entries from this year’s Taiwan Competition.
Click here to learn more about leather and sustainability.
Each month, Mike will take us on a journey through the world of leather in the fashion industry and how it is being used, worn and loved. Let us introduce you to Mike Adler: Leather Loves.
Dubbed ‘King of Leather’ by the Huffington Post, Michael began designing because he was tired of wearing other people’s interpretations… He is now, perhaps, the most original designer working with leather today.
Awards season is back - and so is the red carpet with plenty of leather to lust after.
Meet Aneta Milaszewicz, the apparel category winner in this year's 2021 UK Student Design Competition.