BRANDONCMAR allows each object the opportunity to dictate its own function. Known for their sculptural leather goods – Antler Bags, Brooches, Belts, and Gloves – the designer, Brandon Mar, begins with natural materials and, without conforming to a singular part of the body, engineers them into their final form. Bold, Beautiful, and always in Black. Through working with upcycled material, from cruelty free animal remains to reclaimed second-hand bags, the brand seeks to imposes function...

**This summer, I worked on creating what I have been calling "Antler Bags". They are up-cycled bags that I have used a small, shed, deer antler to create a handle. It fits nicely over the shoulder because of the curve. Since sharing them, I have been able to create them for friends and clients.** The push in raw, natural materials in fashion has been clear in the past few seasons. Fur is back - if you’re really on the rapid trend cycle, you’ve put down the city bag and picked up a mombasa. I...