Scarti-Lab (Scartissue By T.M Snc)

Scarti-Lab is a clothing brand based at the heart of Bologna, Italy that forges its own unique path away from mainstream, trend led fashion. Tony and Melissa together with a dedicated group of friends, distinctive in their own style, strive towards expressing personality and a narrative of their experiences through the clothing. Their garments have a raw aesthetic which is timeless, appealing to those who appreciate history, quality and heritage. Bologna's life style, ambiance and culture are integral to the creativity of Scarti-Lab.

 The surrounding architecture and materials, such as the worn plaster surface of a rustic wall, inspires them and they apply this awareness of materials to their fabrication and classic cut, using the finest Japanese fabrics with thorough craftsmanship handed down from generation to generation.

 The garments are meticulously researched, tested and finished with textile washes and treatments. They explore new techniques all the time and I love their tattooed rear labels on their jeans - a technique no mainstream fashion label would attempt.

Their website has beautiful images and the way they describe their work and ethos is so poetic and dynamic it's inspirational and worth the read.