The Birth Of Designer Ties



Posted: Friday, January 29, 2010

by
Patrick McMurray

In 1920 Jean Patou created the very first designer tie using women's dress fabric, thus began the designer era. In the midst of the Art Deco revolution there was an explosion of colour and pattern from a new breed of designers that were learning free from influence or criticism. "Atelier Martine"

Mr. Patou went on to produce what was to become the most expensive perfume in history (Joy) He created the first sun tan lotion and introduced women's sportswear. His major achievements all occurred during the Art Deco Era. exposition, des arts dcoratifs

Architecturally, scrap books are brimming with classic examples of this amazing era. But there is no need to consult scrap books, archives, photo albums or "google it" because many of these landmarks are standing in spectacular original form. There function seems to be as much to please the eye as to house company's headquarters. New York City has perhaps the most varied skyscraper "family" in the world. All prevailing design The Empire State Building, The Chrysler Building.

Art Deco was basically a "modernization" of many artistic styles and themes from the past. Many examples exhibit influences of Far and Middle Eastern design, Greek and Roman themes, and even Egyptian and Mayan influence. Modern elements included echoing machine and automobile patterns and shapes such as stylized gears and wheels, or natural elements such as sunbursts and flowers.

Another fine structure that deserves mention is "Falling Water House" By Frank Lloyd Wright. The most famous house in the world, a virtual timeless style, looking modern in any era, a visit will go down as one of your most satisfying experiences of life.

Now back to the origins of Art Deco and the designer tie. After extensive research via the V & A, Cooper Hewitt museums, reference libraries and archives we endeavour to interpret Jean Patou's original concept and so chose a variety of fabric styles to suit. From these we created modern versions in the form of cufflinks, hand hemmed pocket squares and elegant scarves for men and of course ties.

Rekindling the past, Art Deco has more comebacks than a boomerang.

But it has not been portrayed as sincerely in fashion before and that is the great point of difference inherent in all our styles, it has become thematic signature and the foundation of brand development.

From this foundation new ideas are brought to fruition through the formation of strategies. Now we're tracing the footsteps of the birth of silk weaving in England and have unearthed a trove of historic anecdotes full of inspiration. After all it is our belief that fashion is a culmination of past present and future and we endeavour to instil these ideals in each product intact with a tangible story based on fact.

The new generation of modernisation; bringing many different historic styles and putting them in contemporary frame works. So in essence it is a true continuation of the meaning of the concept of art deco "Art Moderne"

So concludes an episode of the birth and continuation of the designer tie and for that fact the designer era, an explosive avalanche of events swamped the world like a Krakatoa tidal wave.

Patrick McMurray is an Australian designer who has spent many years in the United Kingdom studying and working in fashion. Now based in his home town Perth, he orchestrates the expertise of textile printers, silk weavers, jewellers and makers, working collaboratively the world over to produce a range of exceptional handmade silk ties, cufflinks and fashion accessories. Each piece is produced to specific design requirements; meticulously cut, made and trimmed by highly skilled artisans; they will endure the rigours of everyday uses, so value is retained for many years. From conceptual origins to technical specifications conclude all the essential elements of “true” designer silk ties, cufflinks and accessories.

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Patrick’s vibrant approach to design reflects his boundless energies and immense creative imagination. His sincerity and purpose is evident in everything he accomplishes. “Knowledge is limiting, imagination encompasses the universe”-- Albert Einstein

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