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Article Published on: 16TH JAN 2023 | www.demodemagazine.com
The story of Julien Martinez and his brand is closely linked to his ancestry. Even while studying in France, Spain was always the place that sparked his creativity and the source of his inspiration. In 2013, while touring a workshop in the region of Alicante, Julien discovers a local technique of hand-braiding leather. This artisanal know-how will then become the foundation of his own brand: Souliers Martinez.
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After collaborating with various French fashion houses, in 2017 he turns his dream of branching out on his own into a reality. Working alongside Spanish artisans, he researches, experiments, and finally succeeds in seamlessly integrating their traditional workmanship into his creations. Combining this with a rigorous selection of leather, Julien imagines comfortable shoes with bold shapes. Each one is assembled and finished in Spain.
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