Elite Traveler March-April 2018

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Getting to know Simon Spurr

In January, Eidos, a stand-alone brand of Italian tailor Isaia, debuted its first collection by new creative director Simon Spurr in Milan. Spurr previously worked at Saint Laurent with Hedi Slimane, Calvin Klein and Ralph Lauren, as well as for his eponymous label and his own footwear brand, March NYC. Speaking to Elite Traveler , Spurr says his debut collection takes inspiration from the sabbatical he took before joining the company. “Sometimes it is important to gain perspective, and I was extremely fortunate to have an extended period of time off, outside of the fashion industry, where I immersed myself in other disciplines, such as furniture, art, sculpture and interiors.” American conceptual artist Sol LeWitt’s art is featured in the collection — Spurr was directly influenced by two wall drawings, pictured here. He explains, “My fascination goes beyond their obvious beauty and technical mastery. It’s LeWitt’s use of mathematics in creating these pieces, and the fact that he has made the actual wall the piece of art, that intrigued me. Much of my work as a designer has also been mathematical, perfecting the fit of a garment or looking at the negative space in the composition of an image. But my self-imposed challenge this season was to also design each item in the collection with the same consideration and attention as LeWitt demonstrated in his wall drawings — in effect, to make wearable pieces of art through the subtlety of detail.” eidosnapoli.com

Eidos, a stand- alone brand of Italian tailor Isaia, debuted its first collection by Simon Spurr in January

TAKE THREE/// WONDERFUL WALLETS

Sure, you can play it safe with a basic black or brown wallet, but this is one small way to reveal a bit of your personal style, especially now that statement socks have become passé

BOTTEGA VENETA TEXTURED Bottega Veneta is known for the signature Intrecciato weave on its leather goods. An ombré effect in Dark Barolo Nappa gives the wallet a fresh new look, recalling a galaxy of stars. $480, +1 800 845 6790

COMME DES GARÇONS COLORFUL The zip-around feature of Comme des Garçons’ Super Fluo goatskin wallet makes it practical, and the bright green color gives a minimal design some added flair. $175, available online at comme-des-garcons.com

GOYARD PATTERNED You can’t beat the classic Goyard pattern. The Victoire wallet is made in Goyardine canvas with leather detail and goatskin lining. $1,020, available at Goyard in New York, +1 212 813 0005, goyard.com

Clockwise from top: Simon Spurr; Spurr was influenced by two of LeWitt’s wall drawings

Words Benjamin Liong Setiawan. Photo Doug Holt Photography