Capucine Martin, founder of Martin Martin, has always maintained an instinctive connection with fashion, shaped by a grandmother who reinvented old suits into more desirable, almost couture pieces. A sensitivity to “allure”, which pushed this young Parisian to create her brand, structured around a duality that resembles her: Martin, of the day, chic and sober, and Martin of the evening, more free and extroverted. The designer took part in our fashion interview.
ELLE – If your wardrobe could speak, what would it say?
Capucine Martin: This evening we go out and forget our troubles!
ELLE – 3 women whose style you admire?
Capucine Martin: Grace Jones, Lee Radzievill (Jackie Kennedy’s sÅ“ur cadet) and Bianca Jagger.
ELLE – A color that you have been wearing recently?
Capucine Martin: sky blue.
ELLE – A color that you are currently obsessed with?
Capucine Martin: The cocoa color… which I associate with sky blue!
“I never really liked sleeveless sweatersâ€
ELLE – Your print obsession? How do you wear it?
Capucine Martin: The military print? I like to wear them simply with just a white or black t-shirt.
ELLE – A fashion trend that you don’t understand?
Capucine Martin: I never really liked sleeveless sweaters
ELLE – A piece/trend that you have recently loved?
Capucine Martin: The ballerinas. I found myself far too classic with it.
ELLE – A trend you’ve grown tired of?
Capucine Martin : Le sportswear.
ELLE – Your fashion fad, the piece that you have the most in your wardrobe?
Capucine Martin: The Jackets!
“I’d like to resurrect the chain wallet trend.”
ELLE – An underrated accessory?
Capucine Martin: The shopping cart, yes!
ELLE – A forgotten fashion trend that you would like to resurrect?
Capucine Martin : Le portefeuille à chaînes.
ELLE – How would you describe the brand and its style?
Capucine Martin: Martin Martin is a wardrobe of strong pieces, with a chic and timeless look, always highlighted by a sophisticated detail. The brand’s signature button comes in several ways, signing each of the pieces in the collection.
ELLE – What is the best-selling piece at Martin Martin?
Capucine Martin: Two ties: the Pam bodysuit and the Boy shirt.
ELLE – What is your favorite piece?
Capucine Martin: The Pamela dress. I love its discreet elegance: it is both sober and extremely chic. It’s a deeply feminine piece, in which you feel strong and confident. It perfectly embodies the brand’s identity, thanks to its signature straps which make it unique and sexy.
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