Style is eternal, and Montblanc is proof. With a legacy that traces back to 1906, Montblanc has stood firm as the epitome of true luxury—a testament to its fine craftsmanship. Even more iconic has been Montblanc's Meisterstück collection of signature writing instruments, which has evolved to become a significant symbol of success. As Meisterstück completes a century, Montblanc pays homage to the timeless tale by envisaging the Meisterstück collection of leather goods in a new avatar, all while still staying true to its classic design sensibility the maison is famed for.
The collection is not only an ode to the Art of Writing that Montblanc has forged since its inception but also to the needs of a modern lifestyle that demands functionality and aesthetics. With new shapes, bold hues, and exquisite finishes, the collection is a modern-day marvel.
While the collection presents a rich range of colours, including classic black, warm and luscious burgundy, and modern forged iron, the ink blue colour is an accurate homage to Montblanc's writing legacy. Artistic Director Marco Tomasetta also enriched the leather collection with a unique "sfumato effect", inspired by a glass ink bottle found in the Montblanc archive, making it a collectable for ages to come. The effect that draws from how ink diffuses into paper is reflected in the burgundy and forged iron shades present in the collection. Not just that, even the nib of the Meisterstück has been incorporated into the leather detailing and the zip pulls. To stay affirmed on Montblanc's unflinching commitment to functionality, the pieces intelligently incorporate storage and organisation compartments within the bags.
Tomasetta, talking about the creative process behind the collection that melds functionality and style, said, "The latest pieces explore an additional dimension of writing with colours and effects directly inspired by the beauty of ink and the effect it creates as it takes hold. The importance placed on the functional value of each piece to its owner is reflected in the selection of new shapes and styles that make these pieces versatile and adaptable."
The spirit of innovation finds shining expression through the reimagined shapes and structures of the bags. If classic black is your pick, then the medium-sized Tote—a sleek, vertical alternative to the existing Meisterstück Tote—and the Mini Document Case will most certainly prove to be your favourites for the times to come.
However, if your eyes are set on extending your collection to a one-of-a-kind piece, then the Neo Briefcase—a modern satchel with a sleek metal closure—and the Document Case, in ink blue, burgundy, and forged iron sfumato colours are it, in addition to the reimagined silhouettes of the Messenger, Portfolio bags and the grand Montblanc 149 Bag, now named after the maison’s largest fountain pen.
