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The Paul Smith + De Padova EVERYDAY LIFE collection conceived by the
British fashion designer with Boffi | DePadova unveils its second chapter
in 2023. The project combines the Italian furniture brand’s understanding
of refined luxury with Smith’s cross-disciplinary creative vision that con-
jures up ideas that look beyond the world of fashion.
The partnership has produced an exciting cross-pollination that allows for
the exploration of new design approaches in terms of style and sustainabil-
ity. It is now a fait accompli that Paul Smith will enter into the pantheon of
De Padova designers, a group that counts some of the great Masters of design.
The collection ranges from sofas, pouf and armchairs to coffee tables and
leather accessories for the living room and now includes a modular sofa
for the modern home that can be assembled and arranged in a number of
shapes to create a friendly, convivial atmosphere. At the same time, the
collection has been expanded to the world of outdoor furniture, with an
offering that bears the same distinctive silhouette and high-performing
features, such as outdoor fabrics and frame in iroko wood, to elegantly ca-
ter to a growing interest in open-air living.
Craftsmanship, colour and character are at the heart of the design. Com-
fort and ergonomics are just as essential. Marrying form with function and
touches of personality, the selection has clean lines while it is infused with
unexpected details such as the discreet contrast stitching on the cush-
ions that pays respect to the know-how linked to Paul Smith’s fashion her-
itage. The backs of the upholstered pieces feature tiny, coloured straps
that allude to Paul Smith’s “Signature Stripe”. Moreover, the visible joints
are a nod to the Japanese tradition of cabinet making, which the designer
champions.
The collection is defined by the clever use of colour, which ranges from
classic and vibrant hues to earthy tones and show-stopping shades that
together form a considered and sophisticated palette.
The same level of attention to detail has been applied to realise a product
that guarantees environmental sustainability and responsibility at every
stage of the process. As a result, low-impact materials of natural origin,
such as hemp, kapok and recycled feathers, feature on a frame that can be
completely disassembled.
Reflecting the values of both Paul Smith and Boffi | DePadova, the collec-
tion offers a new vision of contemporary living. Designed for everyday life,
it adds a touch of luxury.
EVERYDAY LIFE COLLECTION