La Maison Degand
La Maison Degand
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Maison Degand in a few words
Every man is unique
The vocation of this essential place of masculine elegance is to enhance your personality and adapt to your lifestyle.
Your desires and wishes will be met.
Service and advice know no bounds, and creativity and passion are reflected in the smallest details.
At the heart of this universe are two key words:
Professionalism and Passion. For each of you, gentlemen, according to your aspirations:
Degand Tailor, Degand Sport & Business, and Degand Shoes.
415, Avenue Louise Brussels 1050 Belgium
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ABOUT
Anouck Kuyckx (1990) and Thomas Meers (1991), a Belgium design duo consisting out of a jewellery designer and an architect. Inspired by geometrical shapes and materials, their main purpose is to reduce an object to it’s essence. This by creating functional systems and constructions using a minimum of material.
Dorpsstraat 37 Hasselt 3500 BELGIUM
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About Us
Our story is one about great things. About handy things. About beautiful things.
But above all, about friendship. About four childhood friends who found each other in an unbridled passion for quality and craftsmanship. At Comme Quatre there are therefore few restrictions. We just make what feels true to us. No extravagant fuss, but unarticulated simplicity. With the feeling of being a bit special.
We like to design everyday objects such as a stylish handbag, spectacle box, key ring, wallet, wallet or handkerchief with a few striking features such as the graceful cowhides. A creative trait that we like to mix with our insatiable hunger for adventure, variety and entrepreneurship. Talent is present as well. Each in his or her own way. And love. Lots of love. For each other and for the products we create, and that’s a fact.
Our Story
exquisite & honestly handmade
Not only a brand, Comme Quatre is a creative, playful and human project. All our products are handmade by traditional craftsmen whom we admire for their knowhow, entrepreneurship and courage. Together we create a sustainable product.
#nowaste
A Comme Quatre handbag, just like a pair of glasses, key ring, wallet, wallet or pouch is a nice example of upcycling. Say again? Upcycling goes just a little further than recycling: transforming old and allegedly unusable materials into something valuable and often more beautiful than before. In this way, our cowhides are upcycled from meat waste into a sustainable material that lasts for years and can be broken down by nature after use. The hides are also tanned plant-based, i.e. without the addition of harmful substances.
timeless class
Six collections a year? Not for us. By designing our cowhide accessories to look beyond the latest trends, they are wearable every season. Slow fashion it is. Quality leather products are handmade by traditional craftsmen. For example, a handbag, spectacle case, key ring, wallet or pouch by Comme Quatre is not only fashionable, but also durable.
unique
Each accessory guarantees 100% supple leather and natural cowhide. Each with their own unique print and ditto character. The pattern of the cowhides are different for each accessory, due to the colour differences in the coat of the cow. So every handbag, spectacle case, key ring, wallet or pouch from Comme Quatre is slightly different and always gives a distinctive touch to your outfit.
Our Team
Miloud, chief workshop
“Working with natural products is what I have done all my life. More than 15 years have I been working in this atelier. I am in charge of overseeing the production process, creation of the malls, cutting the hides and leather, and the final inspection of the finished goods.”
Fatima, artisan
“I am the youngest of our team and still in ’training’, learning how to prepare the different components of our products for the knitting team. I love the fact that we start with a cowhide and finish with a bag or accessory which will be cherished by someone for many years. ”
Mbark, artisan
“I have been working in this workshop for more than 15 years. I am mainly in charge of the different knitting machines which we use on leather, cowhide and tissues. I love this variation in my job, and like the fact that we can participate in the creation process of the products.”
Belaid, artisan
“I have been working for more than 10 years in this workshop, but I have been in the fashion industry all my life. I am in charge of assembling the products. I like the interaction between the craftmen and the fact we actively participate in the design and creation process ”
Hafida, artisan
“I am assisting Mbark and Belaid in the preparation of the different parts they need to assemble, in between the different stages of the production, I implement the zippers and closures. I like the fact we create beautiful products.”
Our Values
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ABOUT
Kate & Jules is built on a foundation of passion, authenticity, and quality. What started almost 15 years ago with scarves and belts has grown into a full collection of locally made knitwear, 100% Italian silk items, leather bags, and other timeless pieces. Every design is created with the intention of being worn and loved for years to come.
At the core of Kate & Jules is a commitment to exceptional craftsmanship and premium materials. Our knitwear is made locally with over 80% wool, providing the perfect blend of warmth, softness, and durability. Whether it’s the rich feel of wool or the elegance of 100% Italian silk, every piece is “Made to be lived in”—designed to be as enduring as they are beautiful.
Kate, the founder and designer, drew inspiration from her love of music, her family, and the name “Jules,” which she found in the film My Best Friend’s Wedding. Jules is portrayed as a cool, beautiful, natural woman – exactly the type of muse Kate had in mind when building the brand.
Based in Antwerp, Belgium, Kate & Jules stays true to its roots while expanding its presence across Europe. We are proud of our Belgian heritage and the artistry behind every piece. With Kate & Jules, you’re not just purchasing an item – you’re investing in quality, comfort, and style that will be with you for years to come.
Verschansingstraat 42-44 Antwerp 2000 Belgium
Escuyer
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Our Story
Escuyer is the destination brand for anyone who appreciates well-crafted items for men.
Escuyer’s vision is a simple one; we aim to be the go-to destination for men who are looking for functional and esthetic accessories. And for the proverbial man who has everything Escuyer provides the perfect gifts!
Our mission is to offer simple, necessary, beautiful and qualitative accessories that will enhance men’s daily dressing experiences. When using our accessories we want men to feel confident because they know they are wearing a unique piece made by the best craftsmen in Europe.
– Concept –
Escuyer offers subscriptions of socks, t-shirts and underwear for men who want more free time and quality basics.
WHY
At Escuyer we believe that most men prefer to do other things with their free time than go shopping for basics.
The name Escuyer comes from ‘Esquire in old french. As in the Middle Ages the squire was there to help the knight, today the brand Escuyer is there to help men by offering them quality essentials and more free time.
HOW
Escuyer is more than a conventional underwear brand.
We offer men an internet-based subscription program that makes buying premium quality basics easy. By choosing a subscription you will save precious time and continually have fresh basics delivered at regular intervals.
Escuyer does not only offer a selected range of well-designed basic apparels, we also introduce our customers into a particular world with our own lifestyle, culture and interests.
WHAT
Escuyer’s essentials are designed to be elegant, simple and perfect for everyday use.
We offer a unique internet-based subscription that will allow you to save precious time and continually have fresh basics in your drawers delivered at 3, 4 or 6-month intervals. If you prefer not to subscribe, Escuyer‘s items can also be bought individually.
The extra free time can be used to read the diverse topics on our website as well as experiencing them in reality.
– Product –
Escuyer basics are elegant, simple
and functional.
Our basics are made of the finest cotton, which makes them very soft and comfortable. Perfect for the guy who appreciates the mix of a quiet, clean aesthetic and top quality.
Escuyer is designed in Brussels. We handpick the best quality cotton from South America and produce our accessories at a great family-owned factory in Portugal.
– Brand Identity –
Escuyer’s brand identity
has been selected as one of the best identity
of 2014 by the Design Museum of London.
As its name suggests, Escuyer is dedicated to serve and facilitate the life of the busy working & entrepreneurial man.
Modern Practice has created a visual solution based on the heraldic system. This typographic reinterpretation of heraldry is not only strongly linked to Escuyer brand’s name, but also conveys the brand’s world.
While the “typographic heraldry” stands for Escuyer’s refinement, its multiple variations translate the flexibility and adaptability of the brand towards its customers.
Escuyer and Modern Practice have been nominated for “Designs of the Year 2014” (Graphics’ category) by the Design Museum in London.
Aalststraat 7/11 Brussels 1000 BELGIUM
Elise Verdegem
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Philosophy
I make bags for women who do their own thing. Who know which colors they shine in and don’t have to judge trends. For women who prefer to be contrary to conventional. For go-getters who live voraciously and think in color.
Colorophile
A handbag in your favorite colors. Colors you always return to. That you wear regardless of fashion. Timeless to you, because that color suits you so well. So you go against the grain and wear yellow when the magazines scream red. And you’re right.
A go-getter with a mission
It’s like this: if you buy a bag from me, you’re breaking with the current fashion system. I take a different approach. High-quality raw materials, ethical working conditions, and a sustainable collection form the foundation. A collection independent of fashion seasons. An ICONS collection that is and will remain. For a lasting romance, not a one-night stand. Designed according to my own desires and the needs of the moment.
So I produce small-scale in Belgium. I make some bags in my own studio, and for other models, I collaborate with Atelier Sauveur in Aalst.
I use vegetable-tanned leather as much as possible, which I hand-pick in Italy and Belgium. Because good leather lasts longer, and so does your handbag.
Industriepark Rosteyne 21 Zelzate 9060 BELGIUM
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We are a Belgium based accessory label founded in 2009.
Our mission is to design and market leather goods with Belgian simplicity.
Our vision is a high-quality product made under fair conditions in Europe.
Terre Bleue
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Terre Bleue philosophy
Terre Bleue is a stylish, Belgian casual chic collection that makes women, men and kids feel good and that gives them confidence and trust in life. Modern clothing that looks and feels natural. Since 2002 Terre Bleue is linked to young, active and dynamic women that are fashionable and strive for balance, authenticity and joy of life. Men have found their way to Terre Bleue as well. Our mens collection offers a pleasing mix from stylish and adventurous, from classic to tough. It is the ultimate brand for the fashionable epicure.
Children also love Terre Bleue. The sparkling colors and nice models correspond precisely with their world, and thanks to the excellent quality they can carefree play and enjoy.Our collections are easy to combine within the different themes and with the rest of your wardrobe. You can wear Terre Bleue to any place and occasion. At work, on holiday or even to festive events; every moment is a Terre Bleue moment. Small or tall. Man or woman. With Terre Bleue you are exactly who you are. Welcome to the world of Terre Bleue!
Terre Bleue history
The Belgian label Terre Bleue was established in 2002 and is part of the company Duror/Two Faces, a flourishing family company runned by Dirk Perquy who represents the third generation. Recently his son Peter joined the company so that the tradition is assured. The roots of Terre Bleue go back to 1938. Maurice Perqui, his wife and his brother Jozef established the Perquy-Braet company. It was a wholesale in textile products; especially caps, scarves and stockings. A strong brand demands its own boutique that reflects the total image of the collection. That’s why Terre Bleue opened its first concept store in Ghent in 2004. More boutiques would follow soon. The former kids collection CF Company, that was the inspiration for the Terre Bleue womens collection, was renamed Terre Bleue in 2008.
Since the summer of 2009 the Terre Bleue universe expanded with its own men’s collection. Since then Terre Bleue has become a real family brand.The number of boutiques is growing and the gamma is always enlarging. To establish a total look, Terre Bleue launched a women and kids shoe collection in 2010 that is intensively connected with the clothing collection. With the Spring collection of 2012, the boutique in Knokke was the first to be transformed into a new shopping concept. Shortly after that, the 12th Terre Bleue boutique opened its doors in Nieuwpoort; a family store that is designed according to the new concept.In the same year the brand also celebrated its 10th birthday! Grow continues in 2013.
‘s Gravendreef 24 Nazareth 9810 Belgium
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About us
COMMORI is an accessory brand seeking the balance between comfort and respect for the environment.
The design of every handbag is beautiful, pure and timeless. It needs to fit into any wardrobe and any decade.
Vegetable tanned leather
THE VEGETABLE TANNED LEATHER
85% of global leather production uses chrome-tanning. Chromed-tanned leather is harmful to your health and the environment. But the production process of this leather is much faster and cheaper.
Vegetable tanned leather has a longer, more gentle and chemical free production process. This leather has also a longer length of life than chrome-tanned leather.
Its productive cycle is strictly monitored to ensure a low impact on the environment:
No animal is killed for its skin only. On the contrary, the raw hides used by our tanneries are the discarded by-products of the food industry producing meat for human consumption.
A vegetable-tanned leather object can be easily disposed of at the end of its life
Our tanneries have made huge investments in depuration systems, waste recycling and upcycling in different fields. Our tanneries work in full respect of man and the environment.
Vegetable-tanned leather does not contain any toxic substance such as azo-dyes, nickel, PCP or chrome VI harmful to man and is highly tolerable for those who suffer from metal related allergies.
The production proces with care for the planet
THE PRODUCTION
To reduce our carbon footprint, we produce in Europe. A COMMORI bag is a 100% Made in Italy bag.
COMMORI
What’s in a name?
COM: The designer’s daughters, Chloé, Olivia and Marilyn.
Today for tomorrow.
MORI: Is Japanese for “from the woods” which is the meaning of the designer’s name Sylvie.
LOGO
The bark logo represents the designer’s name, which means “from the woods”. The abstract lines of the bark refer to a new way of fashion: the balance between comfort and nature It stands for respect, femininity and empowerment
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The design process
At AESAERT, we don’t work with seasonal pieces. We believe in timeless designs for you to enjoy year-round.
Our standard shades of Belgian leather are black, camel, mahogany red, sage green, emerald green and peony pink. These colours are sometimes complemented by a limited shade.
A new design usually originates from the request of a client. Working in partnership with the client, Griet looks for the right design and develops a prototype. This first design is extensively tested and modified, until it feels 100% right. It can happen that a design remains a “prototype” for 4 years before it is finally ready to join the permanent collection.
Our leather
The leather we use is a secondary material. It comes from cattle that graze in fields in Scotland and Scandinavia. While the meat goes to the meat industry, the skins go directly to Belgium’s best tannery. The tanning is done without any chrome, but instead with the bark of mimosa and chestnut trees. This makes the process as environmentally friendly as possible, while extending the leather’s durability.
Our vegetable-tanned leather is sturdy and is naturally kneaded to reach the great flexibility that makes our AESAERT bags so comfortable to wear
AESAERT
AESAERT was born in 2009 in Zürich, where Griet Aesaert used to work as an architect at Gigon – Guyer.
Griet lived next to a small leather shop where she would occasionally buy scrap leather. With these scraps, she started to experiment and got a taste for sewing and creating.
After 3 years of living in Zürich, Griet returned to Belgium and worked as an architect for Pascal François and Stéphane Beel. In her free time, she took a course in leatherwork.
In 2014, Griet opened her own, very small atelier in Ghent, where she could pursue her creative passion for leather design, while still working as an architect.
As the interest in her handcrafted bags grew, Griet decided to take a leap in 2018 and fully committed to AESAERT.
Since then, AESAERT has been known for its timeless, elegant and practical handbags. Griet still makes the majority of the collection in her studio in Ghent, but also has a small production to be able to keep up with the demand.
Production
We work with small-scale productions, ensuring each bag is meticulously handmade for both quality and sustainability. We collaborate closely with artisans, striving for the highest level of craftsmanship. Additionally, we maintain strong partnerships with a family-owned business in Belgium that operates its own factory in Tunisia.
Custom made
At Aesaert, we offer bespoke bags that hold deep emotional meaning for some of our clients. In our workshop in Ghent, we carefully craft bags using materials such as a shirt or fabric from a loved one who has passed away, turning them into a unique and personal piece.
We treat each project with the utmost care and love, creating a special bag to honor someone important. These projects are incredibly meaningful to us, and we feel privileged to be entrusted with the most treasured fabrics. It’s not just craftsmanship; it’s creating a lasting memory.
If you wish to request a model that is not available on our website or prefer a specific color, we can create this especially for you. Please note that this involves an additional cost, which depends on the model.
Burgstraat 41 Ghent 9000 Belgium