ECCO Season Magazine AW14 #3

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THE STORY OF A SHOE BEHIND THE SCENES OF AN ICELANDIC PHOTOSHOOT OUR DESIGNER'S CRAFT OUTSIDE ECCO CLAUS MEYER: NORDIC CUISINE THE HANDCRAFTED WORLD OF RASMUS GJESING

A J O U R N A L O F E C C O A N D S CA N D I N AV I A N C U LT U R E 1

TO UNDERSTAND ANOTHER PERSON,

There is something about shoes, as the most personal of our human vehicles, that is essential to who we are and how we feel.

WALK A MILE

As shoemakers, we think almost as much about life as we do about shoes. Which is why we've been combining photos of shoes with thoughts, observations and interviews to share what's on our mind and in our lives here at ECCO.

IN THEIR

Inside this issue, you'll find interviews with our designers, along with a piece on Claus Meyer, the maverick behind The New Nordic Cuisine movement. We show you around our beautiful campus in Tønder, including our new ECCO Conference hotel. We'll tell you why

SHOES

we like Iceland so much and touch on many other topics, from our favourite Danish bicycle maker to trail running tips from our outdoor division.

We think the more you know about us at ECCO, the more we share about our lives; maybe the more you'll enjoy our shoes.

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Welcome to our world.

We’re passionate about what we do and we’re curious about the work of others. For us, this magazine is a chance to observe, explore and share. We hope it’s as enjoyable for you to read as it was for us to create.

R O L L I N G F I E L D S , FA R M ANIMALS, WIND TURBINES A N D A G I A N T F O O T. WELCOME TO THE ECCO CAMPUS IN TØNDER.

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BYE BYE COMPROMISE

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LEATHER GOODS BY DESIGN

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SCANDINAVIAN DESIGNED BAGS

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RETRO FOCUS

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IN & OUT

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THE MIND OF BJARNE

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FROM COW TO SHOE

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HYGGE

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LEATHER GOODS

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THE ECCO CAMPUS

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AT THE EDGE OF THE WORLD

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ECCO ULTERRA

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TRAIL RUN 101

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TURN UP THE FUN

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SCANDINAVIAN FAVOURITES

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THE CRAFT OF RASMUS GJESING

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CLAUS MEYER AND NORDIC CUISINE

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IN RETROSPECT

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WHERE TO FIND US

To learn more about ECCO check out ecco.com

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BYE BYE COMPROMISE

e y e B by compromise

Our Sculptured and Dress Comfort Collections combine stunning fashion with advanced comfort technology, so women can look and feel wonderful. All day. Every day.

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I n f o r m e d by f a s h i o n .

I n s p i r e d by l i f e .

The ECCO Dress Comfort Collection

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Offices may have cubicles, but life does not. In one day, a woman might walk her child to school, commute to the office, rush across town for a meeting, slip out for a yoga class and so on. The possibilities are endless and often hectic. With a woman’s life in mind, we created our Dress Comfort Collection, so they can have one less thing on their minds (uncomfortable shoes). We took our most advanced comfort technology and created a range of beautiful, walkable shoes for all times and places. For work and leisure and everything that happens in between.

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LEATHER GOODS

Jonas Olsson is a Scandinavian-bor n

Can you tell us about ECCO’s perspective on leather

designer dedicated to strengthening and

design? What makes ECCO’s design approach and/or

further developing the design language as

process different?

The biggest difference is that we develop our own

a lead designer of ECCO Leather Goods.

leathers and produce them in our own tanneries. This

Having discovered his passion through

allows us to start the design process together with the

painting graffiti, his greatest inspirations

leather designers and develop specific leathers for

come from museums, architecture, travel

the different bag ranges. It’s a huge advantage for a

and meeting people. Educated at the

designer like myself!

Nordic Design School, Jonas has a solid How is this expressed in the AW14 collection? Can you

background in patter n making and sewing

describe the collection for us?

and has designed accessor y collections for

To describe the total look of the collection in just

several notable Scandinavian brands.

a few quick words, I would say: Scandinavian, smart, minimalistic.

Leather Goods by Design M E E T

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Some of the bags look nice and clean as a first

In what ways does the Leather Goods Collection relate

impression, but when you take the bag in your hands

to the ECCO Sculptured Shoe Collection?

and look closer you can see all the smart, small details,

They relate in three very important ways: in simplicity, in

like the adjustability of straps, the well-organised inner

shapes and in leathers.

compartments, and the pockets.

Can you talk about your hardware choices?

The choice of the hardware is very minimalistic. We are The ECCO Sculptured Bag Collection looks pretty

working with a very characteristic dark finishing on the

remarkable; can you tell us about it?

metal hardware called Matt Gun finish that creates a

Here I have played with shapes that change when you

really nice look together with the smooth leather.

carry the bags. When the hobo bag is empty and you lay it on the table, it will be totally flat and rectangular, like an

In just a few words, how would you describe the ECCO

A3 paper, but when you pack it and carry it, it will have

Sculptured Collection?

a more pyramid-like shape, which is really nice. It’s about

Scandinavian. Smart. Minimalistic… Less is more!

versatility and having the bag work for your everyday.

Having it look good, no matter what you put in it.

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LEATHER GOODS

S CA N D I N AV I A N DESIGNED

BAGS

We believe that form follows function. For us, style

Our design process begins with the leather

does not come from decoration, but from purposeful

itself and extends to every detail. From the

elements. Texture, shape, colour, structure, and a

placement of a pocket, to the way a strap

design’s capacity to express the individual.

feels over your shoulder, to the perfect clasp. Like our ECCO Dress Comfort Shoe

We use exceptional materials crafted for enduring

Collection, this collection has your busy life

function. We believe simplicity is not just a design

in mind. The perfect bag for every occasion

principle, but also a user benefit. Our Dress Comfort

when you are on the go.

bags are organised to make the complications of life simpler and more relaxed.

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CA S UA L c a n l e a n p r o f e s s i o n a l . P R O F E S S I O N A L c a n l e a n c a s u a l .

In the moder n wor ld, there are NO LONGER LIMITS to the fashion of wor k.

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IN & OUT

“ T O DAY, F O R M A L I S A CHOICE, NOT A RULE. IT’S A N O P P O RT U N I T Y F O R M E N TO RAISE THE LEVEL OF THEIR FA S H I O N GA M E .”

S e a n Ti n d a l e , Leader Brand & Campaign Development

We see the formal category as a place to celebrate tradition and to reinterpret it with a fresh perspective.

Our collection mixes classic forms with new approaches to texture, colour and materials. The feel of every shoe is light and athletic, designed to put you at ease and maximise your freedom of movement.

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IN & OUT

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W E L C O M E T O 2 014 .

N O R U L E S N E C E S S A R Y. A man no longer has to wear a tie, a suit, a hat or wingtips. With freedom comes style. More than ever, there are more opportunities for men to express taste, mood and attitude.

A NEW DEFINITION OF THE SOLE. The job of the sole used to be purely functional — to blend in, to work and not be seen.

At ECCO, we celebrate the sole’s form as well as its function. It is a design and style opportunity.

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THE MIND OF BJARNE

ECCO designer, Bjar ne, always had an interest in creative things. From his early days as a carpenter, where he discovered a joy for working with his hands, to his short career as an inter ior designer, where he developed an eye for beauty and aesthetics, Bjar ne is always growing and evolving as a creative thinker.

And it was Bjar ne’s strengths and excitement as a designer that brought him to ECCO, where he’s been for nearly 20 years, working on both Casual and For mal shoes, spending the last 10 years supporting the BJARNE, ECCO Designer

Men’s Division.

quality wood in the ’30s & ’40s, instead of simply What role do you think design plays in

veneered like today.

people’s lives today?

“Design is basically everywhere nowadays

Asked about what influences him, Bjarne explained

and has become more and more important

that, “Nowadays, you can research and find a lot

for people. Everything is of course somehow

on the Internet, but being out and seeing it live

designed. However, I feel that the word

and in 3D is much more important and impactful.

design has maybe been used too much. So,

Basically, everything can be an inspiration. Sitting

if somebody asks me what I do for a living,

in a café watching people walk by, good music or

I reply that I work in the ‘development

interesting (music) videos.”

department’ at ECCO.” Bjarne joined the Open Circle (ECCO Leather) at the Bread & Butter Fair this past January and has worked together with other designers and artists: an Italian hat designer, a Japanese tattoo artist and a Portuguese shoe designer. “This was particularly interesting and inspiring,” Bjarne notes.

If you could design a stage set for any band, who would it be?

“The Danish band Volbeat. They are Elvis and rock’n’roll inspired with a hint of heavy metal.

Although I’m not into heavy metal, I like them a lot and think it would be cool to design a

REBEL. A R T I S T.

CONNOISSEUR. SHOE

DESIGNER.

A MEETING WITH THE MIND OF BJARNE

stage for them.”

In addition to his love of music and interior design, Bjarne paints pictures, creates wall decoration, crafts

What’s your favourite ECCO shoe from this season's

tables and even bicycles. He is especially fascinated

collection?

and inspired by old school, retro and really good quality items. For example, furniture that was made from good

“I like the ECCO Collin styles a lot. They are very versatile, young and casual.”

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FROM COW TO SHOE

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S T E P 1 D E S I G N Ta k i n g i n s p i r a t i o n f r o m n a t u r e , a r t , t e c h n o l o g y , f a s h i o n , s t r e e t c u l t u r e a n d o u r own daily lives, we discuss concepts and create designs.

S T E P 2 L E AT H E R We c r a f t t h e l e a t h e r

in one of our ECCO tanneries, choosing the texture, weight and colour that fulfill the designer 's vision.

STEP 3 SOLE + UPPER CONSTRUCTION Using highly anatomical lasts, we begin the process

o f c r a f t i n g t h e s o l e a n d u p p e r. S T E P 4 U P P E R C O M P O N E N T C U T T I N G H e r e w e c u t t h e l e a t h e r ( o r other material) in the shapes that will bring the designer’s vision to life. STEP 5 STITCHING The l e a t h e r o r t e x t i l e i s s t i t c h e d c r e a t i n g t h e c o m p l e t e d u p p e r. S T E P 6 D I R E C T I N J E C T I O N T h e f o o t b e d and sole are created and directly bonded to the upper (as opposed to traditional shoemaking in which the sole is glued to the upper). This method makes our shoes last longer than traditional s h o e s . I t a l s o m a k e s t h e m l i g h t e r, m o r e f l e x i b l e a n d b e t t e r f i t t i n g .

STEP 7 FINISHING ECCO

s h o e m a k e r s i n E C C O f a c t o r i e s c o m p l e t e e a c h s h o e b y h a n d , a d d i n g c o l o u r, s t i t c h i n g o r a n y o t h e r finishing touches. STEP 8 QUALITY CONTROL Shoes are subjected to an array of checks and tests t o e n s u r e p e r f o r m a n c e , d u r a b i l i t y a n d q u a l i t y.

F R O M O U R H A N D S T O YO U R F E E T B y t h e t i m e

the shoe reaches its customer it will have been touched by the hands of 210 ECCO shoemakers.

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HYGGE

Some non-Danes confuse ‘hygge’ to mean the superficial contentment brought on by things like drinking warm chocolate drinks around a few flickering tea lights. But, on the contrary, ‘hygge’ is really about kinship. It’s about the pleasant acknowledgment of our shared human experience, which can effortlessly bond the likes of hardened sportsmen and genteel grandmothers with ease.

The chocolate’s just an added bonus.

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AC C E S S O R I E S E V E R Y

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Made with beautiful handcrafted hardware, our accessories are an opportunity for us to focus on every detail of our work, with functionality and ease at the forefront of our design. ECCO wallets are high-end works of craftsmanship with every detail considered and perfected. ECCO belts are celebrations of leather and carefully selected metal hardware.

If you’re looking for a leather accessory to match your life, rest assured we have the perfect solution for you.

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W E L C O M E T H E

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ECCO Hotel photography by Adam MØrk

C A M P U S

IF YOU'RE EVER IN SOUTH JUTLAND, PLEASE DROP BY!

In the marshlands of Tønder, near the Wadden Sea, guarded by our herd of ferocious Shetland ponies and marked by a giant foot-shaped sculpture, you will find our headquarters. Here, we have everything we could want (this is important, since the nearest large city, Copenhagen, is 318 kms. away). From an indoor driving range to solar panels to our own Scandinavian

designed conference centre and hotel featuring a mix of beautiful woodwork, finished concrete and leather elements created by our own craftspeople. We are well equipped to find creative inspiration, host friends and enjoy nature.

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THE ECCO CAMPUS

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1 Home to Denmark’s largest bronze statue – it’s a foot, naturally. And probably the only statue in the world that is protected by ponies!

8 2 Our very own street… Don’t worry though; anyone can use it if they like.

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3 The home of our Chief Designer, Ejnar Truelsen. Yes, our employees love ECCO so much, they want to live here.

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4 , 5 , 6 , 7 All of the magic happens here. This is where our ECCO family puts

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in all their hard work, helping make ECCO what it is today.

8 Our state-of-the-art hotel and meeting facility (yes, we have our own

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hotel!), built in 2013 for our 50-year anniversary.

4 9 At ECCO, we care about the Earth as much as we care about the foot.

Our solar panels help us to remain as sustainable as possible.

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AT THE EDGE OF THE WORLD

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W H Y W E L OV E TO TA K E O U R S H O E S TO I C E L A N D Denmark is a beautiful country and an excellent place to hike, paddle and explore the outdoors. But we do not have mountains. In fact, we barely have hills. Luckily we are only one short flight away from Iceland. With its dramatic geothermal landscape, volcanoes and glaciers, it’s one big playground for us. Its terrain is, in varying degrees, steep, wet, sharp, rugged, icy and wonderfully challenging. If a boot or a shoe can function flawlessly here, it can thrive anywhere.

I C E L A N D I C F A C T S ( T O S H A R E A T PA R T I E S ) - Icelanders go midnight golfing (during the 24 hour midnight sun period).

- It’s the only place they make Brennivín, a very strong tasting liquor made from potatoes and caraway seeds.

- There are 20 active volcanoes, providing a major energy source and occasional danger.

- Population is 300,000 – slightly over half the number of people who live in Copenhagen.

- In 2010, erupting ash from Eyjafjallajökull halted European flights for days.

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ECCO ULTERRA

F E AT U R I N G

ECCO ULTERRA Rugged and extremely lightweight, the ECCO ULTERRA is for year-round adventuring to pretty much any destination, from mountain base camps to up-and-coming urban neighbourhoods. Featuring yak leather uppers and high-traction outsoles, it’s an excellent boot for everywhere on earth.

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RUNNING TIPS

TRAIL RUN 101

START SLOW AND SHORT Trail running is a lot more challenging than your average run on a road or treadmill. Build your endurance by making sure you give your body enough time for the more intense trail runs by starting with shorter runs/slower runs.

BUDDY UP It’s safer and much more fun to run in a team. Just make sure you find a running partner with equal ability before you hit the trails.

STAY HYDRATED Make sure you bring enough water to drink for your exhausting adventures. A camelpak may be the easiest solution to provide enough hydration during extended trail runs.

KEEP A STRAIGHT POSTURE Running uphill can result in a posture that leans forward. This is far from ideal. Leave your lungs enough space to operate by staying upright!

DON’T GET LOST IN THE ADVENTURE When running in the wild, GPS may be a really good idea. Make sure you always keep track of where you’re headed.

CHOOSE CLOTHING THAT LETS YOU MOVE FREELY You will use your arms more to propel and level yourself when running on

LIGHT UP

uneven terrains. Make sure your clothing

You need to see where you

doesn’t restrict those essential movements!

are heading – or you will undoubtedly trip and put yourself in danger of injury. We have incredibly long and dark winters in Scandinavia – trust us,

COME PREPARED (RAIN, DROP

a headlamp is a very good idea.

IT’S AN UPHILL BATTLE There is nothing better than running uphill for an intensive work out. Make sure you spice up your training with the occasional uphill sprint once you are used to trail running.

IN TEMPERATURE) When you’re out in nature, always plan for the unexpected,

DON’T SETTLE FOR EASY

especially on longer runs. Make sure you

Once you are comfortable – up the

bring a small wind/waterproof jacket

difficulty level. Challenge yourself

to prepare for rain or a sudden drop in

by selecting challenging terrains, increasing the

temperature.

speed – or try the uphill battle tip.

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TURN UP THE FUN

TURN UP THE FUN Blissful comfort, diverse styles and action-friendly features make this collection a pleasure to wear.

Featuring innovations like our warm, aluminum-integrated inlay soles and lightweight direct-injected construction, these shoes invite young people to live actively and spontaneously.

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Bright. Colourful. Fun. We take shoe making seriously.

But we do like to keep it light-hearted when it comes to photo shoots.

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XPEDITION KIDS For the adventurous kid Warm and waterproof Breathable and flexible

TURN UP THE FUN

WHY ARE ECCO SHOES SO GOOD FOR YOUR CHILD’S FEET?

Shoes that enable feet to move naturally are good for everyone, but especially for children. Not only are kids’ feet growing, they're also ‘learning’ – learning how to respond to the ground, how to walk efficiently and how to move athletically.

ECCO kids shoes integrate a range of features that help young feet become ‘movement-literate’.

Our Freedom-Fit design fits snug in the heel and roomy in the forefoot, allowing the toes to move freely. Breathable materials combined with aluminum-integrated inlay soles keep feet cool during activity and warm in cold weather. Shockabsorbing materials and grippy, multi-traction outsoles enhance comfort and help prevent injury.

Lightweight construction and flexibility help our shoes move like extensions of the foot.

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SCANDINAVIAN FAVOURITES

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2 Nordic Cuisine Fresh. Local. Healthy. Flavourful.

Nordic cuisine is inspired by regional foods and guided by simplicity.

3 Ar ne Jacobsen, Fr itz Hansen Functionalism. Design based on purpose. A refreshingly simple, yet bold, idea that’s at the core of Scandinavian design culture.

4 W i n d Pow e r Tu r b i n e s Harnessing the full potential of the world around us by designing with nature in mind.

5 B&O Play by

1 Rosendahl Copenhagen

Bang & Olufsen

Smart, elegant design that’s as effortless as it is practical. A staple of Scandinavian design

Photography by Anders

BeoPlay H6.

Schønnemann

Innovation based on observation.

Scandinavian design works with,

values, creating beauty out

not against, life’s natural rhythm to

of function.

obtain the best results.

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THE CRAFT OF RASMUS GJESING

“I also look up to many designers, including Michael Maharam, whose company produces textiles that have an amazingly exclusive expression; and Paul Smith, for the wonderful little details he puts into his clothing (like a surprisingly colourful lining inside an otherwise discreet suit.) I love to give customers the delightful surprise of finding these extra little details.”

I like to say that if you have a pretty Christmas tree, you don’t need to decorate it. But if you have an ugly Christmas tree, you can decorate it as much as you want but it will still be ugly.”

Cykelmageren operates with the understanding that we all live in the same world, and that every small effort towards sustainability is a big help.

R a s m u s G j e s i n g , C y ke l m a g e r e n Fo u n d e r

Bikes are a fantastic means of transportation, and the production needs only minimal energy compared to

All of Cykelmageren bikes start the same way: with

its function.

pencil and paper, and Rasmus’ pure imagination.

From Rasmus’ sketch, pipes are cut and adapted,

Asked about what inspires his bike designs,

then soldered (or sometimes welded) together. Finally,

Rasmus remarked:

connectors and components are mounted, the bike is sandblasted and everything is painted. From a dream to a reality, ready to ride.

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Founded in 1994 by Rasmus Gjesing, Cykelmageren

soon began building bicycles of his own design. He

began as a quaint workshop in Nørrebro, Copenhagen,

wanted to break new ground by providing unique quality

a city with a strong history of supporting bike culture with

products. And this has been the basic foundation that the

progressive city planning and infrastructure.

company’s concept is built on.

Rasmus created Cykelmageren in the face of the time’s

“Simplicity is the keyword!

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overwhelming purchase-and-throw away culture, Cykelmageren designs and builds all of their frames

inspired by his training as a bicycle mechanic in the

For me, this means that things should simply look good and

1980s – when cycle building was considered a craft with

not be over decorated. If you have to add unnecessary

As a child, Rasmus learned from his father that

in their store in Kongensgade. All of the parts of

a quest for sustainability.

bits and pieces like stripes or weird shapes that don’t make

he should experiment and try things out and he

Cykelmageren prototypes are produced in either his

sense or have any specific function, I think it’s because one

consequently learned that he shouldn’t settle for the first

blacksmith’s workshop just north of Copenhagen, or

In its beginnings, Cykelmageren focused mostly on

has not created a product that is good enough to stand

and easiest thing. He found out he could actually make

in a sheltered workshop in Copenhagen itself. Again,

repairing and refurbishing bicycles, however, Rasmus

out on its own.

his own toys exactly how he thought they should be,

a process created with an emphasis on sustainability,

instead of accepting what he could buy in a toyshop.

and taking advantage of local producers.

And this early lesson has informed his adult life.

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HOW CL AUS MEYER IS USING NORDIC CUISINE To make the world a healthier, fairer, more delicious place.

A generation ago, if you were growing up in Denmark, vegetables typically came from cans and meat from tins. Today, our country has become a beacon for an approach to food based on freshness and regionalism.

This evolution has been led by Claus Meyer.

Photogra ph by Ander s S chønnemann

Photogra ph by Line Thit Klein

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Photogra ph by Thomas Grøndahl

As the leading champion of The New Nordic

accessible outside the walls of high-end

Cuisine movement and co-founder of Noma

restaurants. He leads a program to train

(named “The Best Restaurant In The World”

inmates in Danish jails to cook to the level of

three years running) — Meyer advocates for

the world's highest-rated restaurants. And his

a creative approach to food that relies on

Melting Pot Foundation uses culinary culture

pure, fresh, local ingredients, a respect for

to offer opportunities to disadvantaged

nature and a love of “terroir”. For Meyer, the

children and adults around the world. Meyer

ideal dish is pleasurable, healthy,

sees food as a way to give individuals the

interesting — and rooted to the local region

skills to lead more empowered lives, but that’s

and season of the year. A typical Meyer’s

only part of his motivation. He also shows us

dish relies on items foraged by the chef

how cuisine can help guide human beings

earlier in the same day.

back to being in touch with the natural world.

Inspired by nature and guided by simplicity,

As Scandinavian designers ourselves,

Meyer’s approach to food epitomizes the

Meyers inspires us to see the full impact and

values of Scandinavian design, including the

possibilities of our own work. He reminds us of

idea that it’s not just for the wealthy. Meyer

the importance of having “the capacity to

has always strived to make his culinary world

surprise your most demanding followers [and] to be passionate about what you are doing.”

To learn more visit the websites below: twitter.com/ClausMeyerDK clausmeyer.dk/en/ tedxcopenhagen.dk/talk/unfolding-the-potential-of-indigenous-food-cultures/

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IN RETROSPECT

ECCO’S CHIEF DESIGNER LOOKS BACK AT

T H E E A R LY DAYS O F E CC O A DS

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WHERE TO FIND US

ECCO products are sold in more than 80 countries.

We are a family-owned company that insists on owning our own factories. We consider ourselves a global family, with ECCO shoemakers and ECCO customers in all corners of the world.

EAP

EMEA

Gibraltar

Qatar

Australia

Afghanistan

Guernsey

South Africa

China

Andorra

Hungary

Romania

Hong Kong

Armenia

Iceland

Russia

Indonesia

Austria

Iran

Saudi Arabia

Japan

Azerbaijan

Iraq

Serbia

Korea

Bahrain

Ireland

Slovakia

Macau

Belarus

Israel

Slovenia

Malaysia

Belgium

Italy

Spain

Mongolia

Bosnia & Herzegovina

Jersey

Sweden

New Zealand

Bulgaria

Jordan

Switzerland

Philippines

Croatia

Kazakhstan

Turkey

Singapore

Cyprus

Kuwait

UK

Taiwan

Czech Republic

Kyrgyzstan

Ukraine

Thailand

Denmark

Latvia

Uzbekistan

Vietnam

Dubai

Lichtenstein

Egypt

Lithuania

EAM

Estonia

Luxembourg

Canada

Faroe Islands

Malta

Curaรงao

Finland

Moldova

USA

France

Netherlands

Georgia

Norway

Germany

Oman

Greece

Poland

Greenland

Portugal

A special thanks to our Scandinavian friends:

Rosendahl Copenhagen Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen

ecco.com

Claus Meyer Bang & Olufsen Rasmus Gjesing, Cykelmageren

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