
Born and raised in Montreal, Antonio
Azzuolo graduated with a B.A.A in Apparel Design from
Ryerson University in Toronto, where he specialized in Men’s Tailoring.
Antonio moved to Milan after graduation, going on to participate in the “Festival
des Jeunes Stylistes de Hyères” where he won first place in the menswear category.
The award permitted Antonio to relocate to Paris and launch his professional career.
Before he launched his label
a.a., Antonio worked as design director for Ralph Lauren Purple and Black Label. He also served at
Hermès and
Kenzo in both New York and Paris.
Antonio has prepared an eclectic collection for autumn/winter 2010:
The LookUrban space cowboys swing to a mod beat.
Inspirations
Hutterites, midnight cowboys, early Elvis, Glam Folk/Rock
SilhouetteTailored and elongated shapes contrast with various cropped and layered knits.
DetailsSaddle shoulder, rope sleeve, metallic leather patches, subtle graphic
intarsia motifs,
Trompe L’
Oeil effects and recycled fur trim.
Color
Heather grey and beige, navy, brown, charcoal, black accents of apple green, melon, powdered blue, white, cream and iridescent metallic.
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