Haute Couture - which translates to French for high sewing - is the craft of dressmaking that has been around for over a century, functioning as the form of bespoke fashion that is intrinsically linked with the capital of fashion, France which showcases design and innovation to the umpteenth scale. Serving as a creative laboratory for designers to dream and create with no holds barred, these creations are often only gawked at by the masses, while a small percentage of elites get to experience these extravagant creations. Thousands of hours are spent creating a single garment, made only from the best materials money can procure.
Its slow and meticulous processes oppose the winds of today, where everything is fast-paced thanks to the dawn of technology. With Haute Couture's value system being heavily rooted in its commitment to tradition, fantasy and age-old craftsmanship, its presence within today's society is constantly challenged and comes into question. What does Haute Couture mean today and where does it fit within the bigger picture of the world?
The origins of Haute Couture reside in Paris when Englishman Charles Frederick Worth moved to set up his brand in 1858. Deemed the first-ever couturier, he transformed the world of dressmaking into what is known as Haute Couture, familiar to us today. Nearly a century after, the Fédération de la Haute Couture (FHCM) was erected in 1945 as a governing body that authorises the usage of the term Haute Couture and defines what constitutes the craft through a strict set of requirements that is continually upheld today. These factors coupled with the fact that Haute Couture is still highly regarded as an art form - account for the Fédération's official seal of approval's continued popularity.
Esta historia es de la edición September 2023 de MEN'S FOLIO Malaysia.
Comience su prueba gratuita de Magzter GOLD de 7 días para acceder a miles de historias premium seleccionadas y a más de 9,000 revistas y periódicos.
Ya eres suscriptor ? Conectar
Esta historia es de la edición September 2023 de MEN'S FOLIO Malaysia.
Comience su prueba gratuita de Magzter GOLD de 7 días para acceder a miles de historias premium seleccionadas y a más de 9,000 revistas y periódicos.
Ya eres suscriptor? Conectar
The Last Word
As the Official Timekeeper for the Olympics, there is a tremendous onus that comes with the role. After all, the Olympics is the world's stage where human excellence is measured down to the minutiae. By that standard, OMEGA's competence in the timekeeping field is also measured.
An Electrifying Ride
With a pack full of features, the Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 4MATIC SUV promises luxurious, joyful and fuss-free journeys.
Legacy Comes As Calm, Steady Currents That Propel Us Forward
For Olympian Welson Sim, building a legacy involves putting in the work and letting it take its course resulting in an awe-inspiring spirit of sportsmanship.
From Paper to Metal
Men's Folio visited the Cartier Manufacture and Maison des Métiers d'Art earlier this year to discover the unparalleled craftsmanship and innovation within those walls.
Freshen Up!
What exactly does clean” smell like? Is it the scent of a new set of linen, or the herbaceous wafts of cut grass that lingers in the air? The answer lies in one’s open interpretations of freshness. Anything goes: from from blossoming floral accords to an aquatic airiness that reads like a breath of fresh air.
Diamond life
JUYEON of THE BOYZ is a crown jewel of the idol industry; hardy enough to chip away at any pretence and multifaceted in his own colourings of reality. Equipped with all the makings of a superstar and then some, JUYEON speaks to Men’s Folio on the power of authenticity in his bid toward global stardom.
Here and Now
Men's Folio’s August 2024 digital cover star Teo Yoo, who was invited to Singapore by The Glenrothes, believes the past and future do not matter as much as the present.
OFF THE RECORD
The boys of MidLyfe go unfiltered and uncensored.
Objects of Desire
Hermès redefines the quotidian item, imbuing whimsy and character into the ordinary through playful design. With its Fall/Winter '24 Objets collection, Hermès caters to the variegated lifestyles of its esteemed clientele.
Best Supporting Act
With centennial celebrations of the iconic Meisterstück well and truly underway, the Montblanc Fall/Winter 24 leather collection features a gamut of releases that includes a tribute to the emblematic writing instrument.