LEGACY
A Portrait of Calvet
EDITOR: MEREDITH CORNING WITH MARCELA CALVET
The Calvet Paris label can be defined by its elegance, sophis- tication, and style. They may be most recognized for their rich heritage bearing the name, the integrity, and the exclusivity. Recognizable for their vibrant shades of cognac, deep burgundy, and garnet - coupled with superbly-crafted hardware accentuates the skins of this exquisite line of handbags. However, one must not take for granted that Calvet Paris is more than skin deep. In fact, one can take note of a fashion history lesson while learning more about the label. Hear it from Marcela Calvet, herself.
Four sisters - Marie, Marthe, Regine and Josephine - started the original label for Calvet Paris, which at the time (1895) was called Callot Soeurs. What do you know about these women and what is their relation to you, Marcela?
Marie, Marthe, Regine and Josephine came from an artistic family. Their mother was a very talented lace maker and on their father's side they were descen- ants of Jacques Callot, a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine. To this day, he is considered one of the most important figures in the art of etching having made over
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