TGR Staff |Photos via Bentley - 01/02/2023
Bentley Motors is excited to announce its collaboration with Dominic Ciambrone, also known as The Surgeon, a leading force in the customized shoe industry. Together, they have created a limited edition line of Bentley-inspired sneakers, available exclusively to Mulliner clients and collectors. This partnership brings together two icons of design, known for their exceptional craftsmanship and unparalleled style, to create one-of-a-kind fashion pieces.
To celebrate the collaboration, Bentley unveiled a special 1-of-1 Bentley x The Surgeon vehicle at Art Basel Miami, along with a matching pair of 1-of-1 sneakers, the 'Bentley x The Surgeon Adidas Forum Low.' These unique shoes are handcrafted and feature various elements that reflect Bentley's signature style, including diamond quilting and premium hides used in the brand's interior designs. They also showcase The Surgeon's signature aesthetic and skull-and-scalpel monogram.
The collaboration between Bentley and The Surgeon began in early 2022 when Dominic visited the Bentley campus in Crewe to immerse himself in the luxury British brand and explore the materials, finishes, and bespoke elements used in the creation of each Bentley vehicle. He worked with the coachbuilding division, Bentley Mulliner, to incorporate additional creative details and bespoke elements into his shoe designs.
“Creativity and bespoke design is consistently woven into our DNA and has been since 1919, especially as it relates to our private coachbuilding division of Mulliner. Connecting and producing with a like-minded creative like The Surgeon is not only rewarding but also exciting to watch as we support the next generation of diverse craftspeople who share similar brand values,” said Christophe Georges, President & CEO, Bentley Americas.
In addition to the 1-of-1 sneakers, the limited edition line will include three pairs of shoes that embody the characteristics of three families of Bentley cars. These identifying sneakers will feature special colors unique to their core values and showcase The Surgeon's ability to merge high fashion with street culture.
Dominic is a self-taught creative and maker who has successfully pioneered a unique category of shoes by reimagining and fusing sneakers with ultra-premium materials. His craftsmanship skills and design sensibilities focus on the intersection of high fashion and street culture, much like Bentley's ability to merge sustainability and innovation in its vehicles.
If you are interested in purchasing a pair of these exclusive Bentley x The Surgeon sneakers, please inquire at your local US dealer for more information.
_websize.jpg)
