THE FINE ART OF MAIN DE MAESTRO
TEXTILE ART
To work as a main de maestro is to compose directly with the hand — to let thread, bead, pigment, and fragment of fabric become the raw matter of art. Each gesture — an overcasting stitch, a bead sewn into place, a painted line upon cloth — is both spontaneous and precise, weaving a language of textures and rhythms.
METALWORK
A key element of my artistry is the integration of metalwork, particularly my use of aluminum mesh and copper wire. I shape and form these unconventional materials into dynamic, sculptural features that are both integral to the design and a striking form of artistic expression. This unique fusion of metal and fabric showcases a mastery of craft that can only be achieved through Main de Maestro
THE PLASTIC & SCULPTURAL ARTS
Plastic arts and sculpture at Angelo Fair are a core part of the Main de Maître philosophy, where high art clothing is created as a singular, hand-made masterpiece. These are not simply accessories, but rather hand-sculpted, painted, and meticulously integrated elements that fuse with the textiles, transforming a garment into a three-dimensional canvas.
Whether a striking face sculpture serves as a centerpiece, a complex arrangement of painted forms cascades from the hem, or other bespoke creations are formed, each piece is born from a direct, unfiltered creative process. This approach blurs the line between fashion and fine art, elevating each piece to a unique, wearable sculpture. The result is a collection where every garment tells a story of its creation, not through fabric alone, but through the expressive power of sculpted form and artistic vision.
SAVOIRE FAIRE
Within the world of Angelo Fair, the savoir-faire is more than a technique—it is a lived philosophy. It’s the mastery of high art tailoring, an art form that is a deeply personal, hands-on process. It’s the feeling of twisting tulle so tightly between your fingers that it transforms from a sheer fabric into a sculptural, braided cord. It’s the quiet concentration of a hand-stitch, meticulously placing each bead to catch the light. The result is a garment that is not only beautiful but also meticulously crafted, embodying a standard of excellence that is a true hallmark of the Main de Maestro.
Moulage, the French term for draping, is a cornerstone of the Angelo Fair aesthetic. It is a sculptural approach to garment creation where fabric is manipulated directly on a mannequin or the body, rather than being confined by a flat pattern. This technique is the very soul of the Main de Maître, allowing for an intuitive, spontaneous process that brings a vision to life in three dimensions.
I engage with each piece as a sculptor, working exclusively with the final fabric itself—without the aid of sketches, toiles, or any pre-planning. This method is all about the feel—the soft slide of silk, the way organza holds its volume, or how tulle can be twisted and sculpted into a rigid form. It allows me to create organic, fluid shapes that cannot be achieved with traditional methods. The result is clothing that not only fits the body, but also flows with it, creating a truly unique and harmonious work of art.
