AN INSPIRED ARTIST
Cradled by the sun of south-eastern France, this young illustrator was able to quickly tame the play of shadows and lights. Today, she lives in Paris where the summer waves of her childhood constantly influence her work and her good mood. After having proven herself for other major brands, she welcomed a collaboration with Monoïkos 1297 with enthusiasm.
A LITTLE NOTE OF HISTORY
This collection is inspired by the Monegasque coat of arms. The lozenges take up the shield of the coat of arms of Monaco, tapered Argent and Gules. The shield, or coat of arms, is decorated with white diamonds, the silver, and red diamonds, the gules.
Other components of the Principality's history are present:
The two monks, each carrying a sword, illustrate the founding episode of the Grimaldi dynasty. Indeed, it was in 1297 that François Grimaldi, known as Malizia, (the crafty in Italian) and his companions stormed the fortress of Monaco, disguised as Franciscan friars with swords hidden under their cassocks.
The collar that surrounds the shield represents the Order of Saint-Charles, the highest national distinction. It was instituted in 1858 by Prince Charles III as an affirmation of the sovereignty of the country and is awarded by the Sovereign Prince of Monaco to reward merit and services rendered to the State or to his person.
The closed princely crown represents sovereignty.
And finally, the motto " Deo Juvante ", written on the banner and which is translated "with the help of God".
This maxim was that of Lambert Grimaldi who in 1477 became the motto of the Grimaldi dynasty. Lambert Grimaldi having succeeded by a game of alliances and "with the help of God" to free himself from the Genoese influence.
A POCKET SQUARE OF EXCEPTION
Have fun with this elegant and timeless masculine accessory!
A technological prowess allows to reveal the most delicate details and the most demanding patterns in color.
The roulottage, a delicate hem made in the French style, from the back to the front is handmade.
Its box, its case, red, the color of Monaco, is made in the Principality of Monaco from FSC certified paper from responsibly managed forests.
The "Les Losanges" pocket square, a 100% silk pocket square that illustrates the Principality of Monaco in drawing
The silk
This precious shiny filament, obtained by unwinding the cocoon of a silkworm, naturally requires very high quality production conditions.
Very sensitive to the quality of the environment, the silkworm does not tolerate pollution and only feeds on fresh leaves. Its breeding requires a know-how of excellence: our craftsmen have selected the best sericulture farms.
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