Jacques Marie Mage unveils Encino, a sculptural belt of refined restraint
Drawing inspiration from a legendary 1970s silhouette, the new Bunker77 collection introduces a pin buckle belt of commanding elegance, handcrafted in Italy with meticulous attention to artisanal detail.
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Jacques Marie Mage presents a study in restrained power with the introduction of the Encino, a belt that channels the sartorial confidence of a bygone era whilst maintaining an unmistakable contemporary sophistication. Named after the San Fernando Valley neighbourhood that shaped formative years of legendary cultural influence, this handcrafted creation emerges as a masterwork of considered design and superior craftsmanship.
Rendered in responsibly sourced Italian calf leather, the Encino arrives as both statement and whisper, a muscular pin buckle design that refuses ostentation in favour of refined eloquence. The belt’s sculptural buckle features the most delicate hairline engraved Art Deco linework, each hairline stroke a testament to the artisans’ unwavering precision and devotion to the craft.
Two distinctive expressions offer the discerning wearer an opportunity to select according to personal aesthetique, each iteration bearing the distinctive JMM insignia alongside a Calavera hallmark. The skull and bones motif, drawn from personal correspondence and creative legacy, introduces an element of narrative intrigue, a subtle nod to rebellious spirit beneath the belt’s measured exterior.
The Encino represents Jacques Marie Mage’s continued exploration of heritage dressing and the enduring power of a single, essential piece. Rather than pursuing volume or complexity, the belt achieves its authority through disciplined design, superior materials and the kind of hand finishing that speaks of genuine luxury. There exists a particular pleasure in accessories that whisper rather than shout, that derive their power from quality and understatement rather than scale or ornamentation.
Available now through Jacques Marie Mage Galleries, the brand’s digital platform and an curated selection of international retail partners, the Encino joins a collection distinguished by its commitment to timeless elegance and authentic craftsmanship.
Imagery courtesy of Jacques Marie Mage (@jacquesmariemage).
