Few words evoke an imagery as intense as La Dolce Vita, the luxury Orient Express train.
Maurel oversaw this sartorial project dedicated to on-board stewards and hostesses, working alongside designer Narguess Hatami to bring to life a collection that redefines the concept of train uniforms, blending the elegance of the 1950s and 60s with contemporary savoir-faire.
A collaboration that is the very emblem of Maurel’s essence: the ability to dialogue with high fashion through an in-house pattern-making department that translates creativity into sartorial-inspired garments, yet always perfectly functional for the staff.
The design: a homage to the allure of travel
These train uniforms were conceived as a tribute to the most iconic railway experience in Europe. The colors of the selected palette – deep blue and rusty orange – are inspired by the project’s visual identity, reinterpreting its atmospheres with poise and refinement. Orange, utilized solely in the details, becomes a luminous signature, discreet yet unmistakable.
Comfort and style: the uniform designed for the on-board staff
The silhouettes of the garments echo the timeless elegance of the Italian post-war era: clean cuts, structured shoulders, and tailored volumes. Everything is meticulously studied to combine comfort, elegance, and durability; fundamental qualities when designing professional attire for an itinerant service moving across diverse cities, seasons, and landscapes.
Creating train uniforms capable of fitting into an environment of absolute luxury requires exceptional attention:
- Sartorial design: A 1950s and 60s aesthetic inspiration for a sophisticated visual impact, cohesive with the surroundings.
- Premium fabrics: Materials selected with extreme care to guarantee an impeccable drape even on the longest journeys.
- Comfort in movement: Tailored volumes carefully calibrated to the real occupational needs of the on-board staff.
- Signature details: The luster of custom buttons and contrasting finishes that echo the tones of the elegant interior lounges.
Beyond professional attire
Every element has been carefully considered to evoke travel as an aesthetic and cultural experience. Thus, the uniform is not merely functional clothing, but an integral part of the narrative: an invitation to relive the myth of slow travel, where every gesture and every detail holds inestimable value.
The unforgettable work on this project tied to train uniforms brought to mind an elegant, cinematic, and dreamy Italy, where every departure is, first and foremost, a return to pleasure.
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