Details Digest: Etienne Aigner
Is today your lucky day?
According to Etienne Aigner, luck would always play a role in his life. Therefore, it is no coincidence that the horseshoe – a universal symbol for good luck –and the Bordeaux signature lining are the brand's distinctive symbols.
And catch that signature bordeaux-red lining
And make it a part of your narrative…
Born in Hungary, Etienne Aigner moved to Paris in the 1930s where he applied his leatherworking skills he learned as an apprentice to create fine belts and handbags, selling them to retailers such as Dior, Lanvin, and Rochas.
In 1950, with the belief that New York City was a “society generally open to all,” Etienne Aigner embarked on a voyage to New York. Soon after arrival, he presented a collection of leather goods under his own name, and the Etienne Aigner brand was born.
As a designer, Aigner’s legacy lies in the superior quality and timeless value behind his classic pieces.
Shop the ultimate closet staples: the Maya Trench.
Come for the classic silhouette, stay for the historic details.
“Once You Have It. You Love It!”
- Etienne Aigner