What M.A+ is known for
Rome-based luxury leather designer Maurizio Amadei (since 2006), pioneering one-piece garments from single leather or fabric, folded and hand-stitched to preserve material essence.
Maurizio Amadei is a self-taught fashion designer trained in London who founded M.A+ in 2006 following the dissolution of the legendary brand Carpe Diem, where he served as designer. Born in Rome, Amadei established his brand on a singular design philosophy: minimizing seams to allow the raw material itself to emerge as the dominant aesthetic element. M.A+ is celebrated for pioneering innovative one-piece garment construction, often crafted by folding and hand-stitching a single piece of leather or fabric rather than assembling multiple components. This approach preserves structural integrity and the soul of the material while creating distinctive silhouettes. The label is recognized for original cutting techniques, unique fabric treatments, and extraordinary leather pieces. Each creation carries an authenticating mark—either metal or fabric cross—certifying its handmade origin and construction integrity. The brand has developed a strong following among luxury fashion enthusiasts and museum curators, with work represented in contemporary design collections internationally.
How ORBIS reads this city
Best for — Hand-cut leather, draped
Italy
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