Decoding Carol Christian Poell: A Comprehensive Guide to Leather, Color, and Materials
In the enigmatic realm of avant-garde fashion, the name Carol Christian Poell stands as an icon of sophistication and resilience. This comprehensive guide delves into the intricacies of Poell's masterful creations, particularly focusing on the diverse range of leathers, materials, and a meticulously curated palette of dark, evocative colors that define the brand's distinct identity.
Horse Leathers
In the realm of avant-garde fashion, Carol Christian Poell embraces a darker aesthetic through the use of special and exceedingly rare horse leather. This distinctive approach involves sourcing leather with unique characteristics, including scars that bear the haunting narrative of the material's past life. Poell's commitment extends to seeking elusive and hard-to-find horse leather, shrouded in mystery. To deepen the dark allure, the leather undergoes an intricate object dyeing process for an extended period, ranging from six months to a year. This meticulous craftsmanship results not only in a visually striking appearance but also transforms each garment into a tangible embodiment of time, mystery, and the enigmatic allure of horse leather as a whole.
I. Horse Leathers:
1. CORS-PTC (Horse):
Thickness: 1.0 – 1.2mm
Description: This horse leather epitomizes sophistication and strength, crafting an unparalleled fusion of elegance and resilience.
2. CORSS-PTC (Horse):
Thickness: 2.0 – 2.2mm
Description: A robust revelation, this thicker horse leather radiates durability, symbolizing a commitment to enduring and timeless creations.
3. CUBS-PTC / SBUC-PTC (White Tanned Horse):
Thickness: 2.5 – 2.8mm
Description: Marrying luminosity with strength, this white-tanned horse leather unveils a unique blend of durability and elegance.
4. CUL-PTC / LUC-PTC (Vegetable-Tanned Horse):
Thickness: 2.5 – 2.8mm
Description: Treated with meticulous vegetable tanning, these leathers epitomize sophistication, boasting timeless allure and a palette of darker hues.
II. Bison Leathers:
1. BIAS-PTC (Bison):
Thickness: 1.1 – 1.2mm
Description: Radiating refinement and strength, this bison leather showcases a delicate balance with wet white and vegetable tanning.
2. BIMS-PTC (Bison):
Thickness: 0.9 – 1.0mm
Description: Delicate yet robust, this bison variant captivates with its unique blend of strength and understated elegance.
3. BIUS-PTC (Bison):
Thickness: 2.5 – 3.0mm
Description: Exuding opulence and durability, this bison leather is reserved for footwear, making a bold and luxurious statement in the world of fashion.
4. PABIS-PTC (Bison):
Thickness: 0.8 – 0.9mm
Description: Showcasing a delicate touch, this bison leather variant stands out with its refined characteristics, a testament to meticulous craftsmanship.
III. Kangaroo Leathers:
1. ROOLS-PTC (Kangaroo):
Thickness: 0.4 – 0.5mm
Description: Epitomizing lightness and grace, this thin kangaroo leather reflects the delicate artistry of Carol Christian Poell's creations.
2. ROOMS-PTC (Kangaroo):
Thickness: 0.8 – 0.9mm
Description: Offering a thicker profile, this kangaroo leather seamlessly combines strength with a supple feel, ensuring versatility and luxury in every creation.
IV. Legacy Leathers:
Explore the diverse legacy leathers, each carrying a unique heritage and aesthetic appeal.
1.BELPIB-PCC: Cow Leather
2.BUUS-PTC: Bison Leather
3. CALB-PTC: Calf Leather
4. CAPIB-PCC: Kangaroo Leather
5. CHEW-PTC: Calf Leather
6.COIL-PTC: Horse Leather
7. CORPIB-PCC: Horse Leather
8. CORV-PTC: Horse Leather
9. CUBA-PTC: Horse Leather
10. DOLPIB-PCC: Donkey Leather
11. ELEE-PTC: Deer Leather
12. GROIL-PTC: Kangaroo Leather
13. HIP-PTC: Kangaroo Leather
14. HOIL-PTC: Horse Leather
15. JUICY-PTC: Calf Leather
16. KALB-PTC: Calf Leather
17. KANPIB-PTC: Kangaroo Leather
18. KANPOB-PCC: Kangaroo Leather
19. KLIP-PTC: Unknown Leather
20. LEER-PTC: Deer Leather
21. ROLPIB-PCC: Kangaroo Leather
22. ROLPUB-PCC: Kangaroo Leather
23. ROMPIB-PCC: Kangaroo Leather
24. RUUMS-PTC: Kangaroo Leather
25. VIT-PTC: Calf Leather
V. Legend:
PCC: Object Tanned
PTC: Object Dyed
LM: Leather Male
LF: Leather Female
VI. Colors:
Dive into a captivating spectrum of dark hues that define the brand's identity. From the timeless black to the subtle hints of grey, each color tells a story, creating a canvas for the avant-garde expressions of fashion.
01 - Bright White
02 - White (Fabric)
03 - Natural White/Pale Pink
03 - Dirty White, Light Grey Sometimes with Very Slight Sage Understone (Fabric)
05 - Sage Green
06 - Light Green
07 - Grey (Fabric)
08 - Middle Grey
09 - Dark Grey (Fabric)
10 or 010 or 1010 - Black
11 - Mid Grey (Fabric)
12 - Dark Green
13 - Red
14 - Brown
14A - Orange
14 ORG - Orange
15 - Dark Violet Red
16 - Electric Blue/Purple
19 - Dark Grey
20 - Sandy Hints of Khaki
29 - Extremely Dark Blue
33 - Light Grey
35 - Yellow
36 - Dirty Grey
VII. Seasons:
Fall & Winter 1994: "Non-Intended collection"
Spring & Summer 1995: "1st Intended collection"
Fall & Winter 1995: "Protective"
Spring & Summer 1996: "Piercing"
Fall & Winter 1996: "Dermatographism"
Spring & Summer 1997: "Laser Collection"
Fall & Winter 1997: "Aerodynamics"
Spring & Summer 1998: "Improper"
Fall & Winter 1998: "Suffering"
Spring & Summer 1999: "Virtual Collection"
Fall & Winter 1999: "Form-Material-Color"
Spring & Summer 2000: "Form-Material-Color"
Fall & Winter 2000: "Pure-Impure"
Spring & Summer 2001: "Three Refrigerated Cells"
Fall & Winter 2001: "Public Freedom"
Spring & Summer 2002: "Traditional Escape"
Fall & Winter 2002: "Protection / Good Luck / Attraction"
Spring & Summer 2003: "Inner Value / At Tamiser"
Fall & Winter 2003: "Space/Inner Space"
Spring & Summer 2004: "Mainstream-Downstream"
Fall & Winter 2004: "Instant Collection"
Spring & Summer 2005: "Dispossessed"
Fall & Winter 2005: "On Demand"
Spring & Summer 2006: "U-Turn"
Fall & Winter 2006: "B-Sides"
Spring & Summer 2007: "Paranoid"
Fall & Winter 2007: "Disjointed"
Spring & Summer 2008: "00 Off Scene"
2009: "Self-Same"
2010: "Dead End"
2011+: "In-Between"
VIII. Materials:
In the world of Carol Christian Poell, materials are more than just fabric—they are a manifestation of art. With compositions ranging from ramie and wool to polyester and cotton, each piece echoes the brand's commitment to quality and innovation.
