THE ROOM 02 - Montecore

THE ROOM

Time must be lived to the fullest

Index.

04 The royal city.

12 Flying luxury.

16 Feminine icon.

20 Portrait of an artist.

22 Garnet red.

24 Queen of the movies.

28 In perfect style.

30 #inspiringdesign.

34 #snowtrends.

36 The race of records.

The Heritage.

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INDIVIDUAL STYLE

HONOUR, VALOUR, PRIDE

Montecore technical raincoat with zip-detachable coyote inner fur. (mod. 2320CX466X)

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The royal city.

Notes of a journey through nobility & fashion.

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Turin is the city of Kings. Capital of the Duchy of Savoy in 1500, capital of the Kingdom of Sardinia in 1700 and the first capital of the Kingdom of Italy in 1861, it still has a royal charm as a few other Italian cities have. Just by reaching the very central Piazza Castello, the hub where the three main roads wind up, one is catapulted 200 years back in time and contaminated by the sophistication of the Royal Palace, its gardens, the Library, the Armoury, the Savoy Gallery, the Archaeological Museum, the Chiablese Palace, the Palazzo Madama and the Royal Theater.

The House of Savoy is one of the oldest royal families in the world, being founded in 1003 in the historical Savoy region, shared between the modern countries of France, Italy, and Switzerland. Through gradual expansion, the family grew from ruling a small county to the attainment of the rank

of king (of Sicily) in 1713, leading the unification of Italy in 1861 and ruling the Kingdom of Italy from 1861 until 1946. The Savoyard kings of Italy were Victor Emmanuel II, Umberto I, Victor Emmanuel III and Umberto II. The last monarch ruled for a few weeks before being deposed following the Constitutional Referendum of 1946, after which the Italian Republic was proclaimed.

The timeless spirit of ecxellence, that have always represented the very essence of the Italian nobility, pervades every part of this city, from the offscale buildings to the smallest hidden corners.

For centuries, the cult of beauty has been handed down from generation to generation: it is the story of a unique heritage, a combination of experience, ingenuity and passion.

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The royal city.

The Egyptian Museum.

Highly insulated wool and mohair men’s coat with detachable nutria fur collar. (mod. 2320I432P)

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The ‘Museo Egizio’ is an archaeological museum in Turin that houses one of the largest collections of Egyptian antiquities with more than 30,000 artefacts.

The first object related to Egypt to arrive in Turin was the Mensa Isiaca in 1630. This exotic piece spurred King Charles Emmanuel III to acquire 300 pieces recovered from Karnak and Coptos, which became the nucleus of the Turin collection. In 1824, King Charles Felix acquired the Drovetti collection (over 5000 pieces, including statues, papyri, stelae, mummies, and other items). In 1833, the collection of Piedmontese Giuseppe Sossio (over 1200 pieces) was added to the Egyptian Museum. The collection was complemented and completed by the finds of Egyptologist Ernesto Schiaparelli. The building was remodelled during the 2006 Winter Olympics, with its main rooms redesigned by Dante Ferretti.

The royal city.

Women’s gabardine trench coat made of super fine, compact and soft threelayer woolen fabric. (mod. 2326S486P)

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The royal city.

In Turin, as well as in Italy, architecture blends with fashion and tailoring, faithful to the noble ar tisanal techniques.

A rchitect Filippo Juvarra, one of the most impor tant B aroque masters, worked on the renovation of the most impor tant Savoy buildings, thus contributing to leave the majestic impression that still characterises the cit y today. Just a few kilometers from the center we f ind t wo more wonders with the unmistakable Juvarria’s touch: the Palaz zina of S tupinigi and the Palace of Venaria, that was reopened to the public in 20 07 af ter a 28 0 million Euros restoration work , quickly becoming one of the f ive most visited cultural assets in Italy.

O f par ticular beaut y is the Hall of Diana, designed by A medeo di Castellamonte and embellished with allegorical frescoes, stuccos and hunting trophies. The 8 0 -metre -long by 12-metre -high Grand Galler y, fully decorated with stuccos, astonishes the visitors thanks to its beaut y and majest y.

In this elegant historical contex t , Montecore has chosen to set its classy menswear collection. The woolen coat has been technically improved thanks to a high-grade thermal insulation padding, whereas the Loden, used by the nobilit y for mountain hunting, has been re -interpreted for the contemporar y cit y and made super-light , breathable and stretch with high-insulation thermal padding.

For the Montecore woman, the super f ine woolen Trench with waterproof membrane technology is ideal for an enveloping, warm and sof t feeling.

In her luxur y wardrobe, the down-padded fur waistcoat and the tur tleneck woolen coat with fur pockets and inner padding can not be missed.

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The royal city.

Baratti & Milano 1866.

Historic cafe.

To enjoy an authentic Cremino, one of the great classics among Italian chocolates, one must visit the famous Baratti & Milano Cafe .

Founded as confectionery and pastry workshop, Baratti & Milano was destined to become one of the most renowned brands in the Piedmontese and Italian chocolate industry. It was in fact Ferdinando Baratti who created the first Cremino in the first half of the 19th Century: together with Gianduiotto, it is considered one of the culinary symbols of Turin.

The venue soon became a meeting place for intellectuals such as D’Azelio, Giolitti and Einaudi. Its success grew to such an extent as to qualify it as “Official Supplier of the Royal House”.

left and above: Montecore three-layer men’s coat. Rather than jersey, the inner layer is made of “Quattroni” - a lightweight, breathable and elastic 10 deniers polyester fiber - applied to the outer fabric through a light polyurethane layer. The result is a highly insulated waterproof jacket. (mod. 2320I433)

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The royal city.

above and opposite page left: Montecore women’s waistcoat with Greenland fox fur front and goose-down padded back. (mod. 2326CX700P) right: Montecore women’s highly insulated padded coat with removable inner padded jacket and turtleneck.

Pockets are made of silver and Arctic fox mixed fur. (mod. 2326C401P)

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Flying luxury.

Whether it is business trips, personal mat ters or enter tainment , renting a private jet is a dedicated customer ser vice that allows to f ly in maximum tranquilit y and privacy. No pr ying eyes, no productivit y loss. Due to reduced f lying times, on arrival the traveller will be ready and relaxed to face ever y commitment. Time, f lexibilit y and securit y are the key values of all companies of fering such ser vices.

Traveling with a private jet means f irst of all having the abilit y to personally decide on the f light schedule, avoiding long queues and check-in procedures without any inconvenience such as delays, strikes or baggage loss. One will always be accompanied by a discreet and conf idential f light crew, ready to meet his needs. The crew will always be informed about their customers, welcoming them with cordialit y and at tention throughout the trip.

left: Highly insulated wool and silk men’s coat with Loro Piana’s rain system treatment and detachable collar scarf. (mod. 2320I428) right: Women’s woolen jacket made of special KD processed fabric and Silver fox fur. (mod. 2326C300P)

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“For once you have tasted flight you will walk the earth with your eyes turned skywards, for there you have been and there you will long to return...”

Leonardo da Vinci

Montecore padded flannel men’s jacket made of Merino 120’s wool with zip-detachable nylon double front. (mod. 2320IX299)

A weekend in Saint Moritz.

Between past and future.

With a private flight one can land in Basel and reach the St. Moritz heliport by helicopter transfer.

Home to the Winter Olympics, this Alpine city of excellence is a must-see destination. The streets are crossed by horse-drawn carriages, the waiters serve you in white gloves, a luxury aura of yesteryear pervades the valley.

A unique skyline where the beauty of nature meets the contrasting contemporary architecture in a blend of tradition and progress. Staying in a Chesa Futura (House of the Future) condo apartment by British architect Lord Norman Foster - specialised in combining futuristic design with traditional building materials - is to live it all in perfect harmony.

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Flying luxury.

Private jet char ter lines provide the best in-f light catering, consisting of energizing and delicious meals. The choice of aircraf t is ver y wide and depends on the needs of customers. It ranges from light jets to longrange char ters, suitable for large groups of passengers with international or intercontinental travel requirements.

Nex t time you have to travel and you will want to do it quickly and easily, forget the conventional f lights and char ter a private jet. It ’s the best alternative to having wings, among the best luxur y experiences in f light. For these occasions, the Montecore man wears a double -breasted waterproof woolen coat with high insulation padding, When he wants to be spor tier, he goes for a down jacket lined with a selection of stretch, water-resistant Merino wools. The Montecore woman, impeccable as always, chooses a double -woven virgin wool coat with fur pockets.

View of Angelica fountain, Piazza Solferino in Turin.

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Highly insulated wool and silk men’s coat with Loro Piana’s rain system treatment and detachable collar scarf. (mod. 2320I428)

Flying luxury.

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Feminine icon.

The divine marchioness.

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Montecore women’s virgin wool coat with special KD processing and coyote fur inserts. (mod. 2326C448P1)

There was a lady who has been represented many times by artists of the first half of the 20th century, a woman who was a source of inspiration for literary characters. Charming, eccentric and extravagant. An art lover who was able to transform herself into a masterpiece and a living legend. She had the courage to reject stereotypes of European aristocracy and to build a character made of Pharaonic villas, spiritism, exotic animals, sexual freedom. It ‘s impossible not to have yet met Luisa Casati.

We find her in the paintings by Carrà, in the portraits by Giacomo Balla and Giovanni Boldini, in the sculptures by Boccioni, in the surreal pictures by Man Ray, in the war diaries by Marinetti as well as in Depero’s memories. She was a muse for the futurists and the avant-gardists.

She inspired the character of Isabella Inghirami of novel “Forse che sì forse che no” by D’Annunzio of whom she was a mistress.

In practice, all those who knew her could not help but dedicate her a small masterpiece.

Portrait of Luisa Casati by Jean de Gaigneron, 1922.

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Feminine icon.

“Age cannot wither her, nor custom stale her infinite variety.�

William Shakespeare

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Feminine icon.

Mole Antonelliana

National Museum of Cinema.

An architectural landmark of the city of Turin, it was initially conceived as a synagogue, before being bought by the Municipality of Turin and made into a monument to national unity. Planned and begun by architect Alessandro Antonelli in 1863, it was only completed in 1889. With a height of 167.5 metres, it was the tallest brick building in Europe at the time.

The panoramic lift was inaugurated in 1961, during the celebrations for the centenary of the Italian Unification and it was renovated in 1999.

Today it still allows visitors to go up to the panoramic terrace which is 85 metres high and take in the amazing views of the city and the surrounding Alps. Visitors can also climb on foot along the cavity of the dome stairs, up to the panoramic terrace.

But that’s not all. Luisa’s inimitable aesthetic became the inspiring force for the 1998 and 2007 Christian Dior collections by John Galliano, Tom Ford’s S/S 2004 for Yves Saint Laurent, several shoe models by Gucci, the 2008 collection of bags by Raven Kauffman, a collection of men’s shoes signed Louis Leeman and also the 2009 collection “Chanel cruises with Casati” by Karl Lagerfeld presented at Venice Lido.

Vogue magazine has described her as “a face that made history.” Burlesque queen Dita Von Teese has revealed how Casati has influenced the dark side of her fetishist charm. In 2015 Venice dedicated an exhibition to the “Divine Marchioness” (so she was named by Gabriele d’Annunzio), featuring her as an incredibly modern woman who is still able to influence our culture and to inspire high fashion. The exhibition was held in the house of Mariano Fortuny, a close friend of Casati.

The only who could “dress her dreams”.

Montecore women’s double breasted woolen coat with Alpaca fur skirt. (mod. 2326C449P)

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PORTRAIT OF AN ARTIST

THE VOICE OF MATERIALS ‘Foresta’, iron wire, 2000.

Graziano Spinosi.

‘Nidi’, rattan and beeswax, 2001-2016.

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“Each material has its own message and, to the creative artists, its own song…”

Frank Lloyd Wright

Montecore down-padded waterrepellent men’s parka with zip-detachable inner double-front and hood. (mod. 2320CX464) View of Graziano Spinosi’s atelier in Rimini.

‘Ana Mendieta Shoes’, hemp thread, 1997.

‘‘Mark Rothko Shoes’, felt, 1998.

‘Alberto Savinio Shoes’, copper, 1994.

‘Enrico Castellani Shoes’, acrylic paste, 1998.

a synthetic material, it has the same dignity as the natural ones. Wood Graziano Spinosi was born in Bologna in 1958. His research has always makes a sound that resembles that of freshly baked bread. Water is also been characterized by the use of various different materials. Since 1994 a material. Like trees, like air, like the horizon. A road and our memory are Spinosi has been teaching Contemporar y Ar t Research at the Accademia materials”. Among Spinosi’s ar tworks there is a series of shoes dedicated di Belle Ar ti in Ravenna. He currently lives and works between London and to renowned authors of the histor y of ar t, dance and literature that were Santarcangelo di Romagna. made at “Pastificio Cerere” in Rome, where the ar tist has lived and worked Says Graziano Spinosi: “As a child I built small theaters and cars with waste for a long time. materials found on the street: sticks, oxidized barbed wire, Says ar t critic Raffaele Gavarro: “ Watching the parade of cardboard. It was a nice game and I lost myself into it: no I used to love tweed, shoes that was slowly increasing in the study of Spinosi, sin would take the magic away. I used to spend the whole I had the impression of a special gear up for a trip, in day putting these humble materials together. Today, in the flannels and heavy fabrics. which the only baggage was those same shoes that one studio where I work, there are the same materials. With no Now I prefer lighter and might need on the way. A journey on foot, where places hurry I get closer and try to listen to them. Some materials more elastic garments.” are witnessed by the material of the soles and the uppers, are talkers, others speak little. A bit like cats, they all have Graziano Spinosi different for each location passed through. I think this their own character. I try to harmonize with this character, has been a journey of love and pain and I am not referring trying to respect its physiological qualities. I do not like to affirm the value of one thing by denying that of another. only to that of the artists that have worn the shoes. These You say one thing to mean that thing and that’s it. Similarly I like to tell a are the shoes of Spinosi. It is his love and pain I speak of, as it is ours material so to tell only that material. Cardboard is cardboard: arid, dusty, in the moment we look at those shoes, imagining their life lived virtually with a hoarse voice; water dismembers it and fire consumes it. It is amazing and perceiving their death in a museum display case. The rule of visual also for this vulnerability. Steel is nervous, austere and reliable. Iron is acceleration continues and shatters inevitably on that moment of spacetireless and submissive. Plastic is often misunderstood. It is not nice that time fixture that allows our eye to communicate with the soul of mankind. plastic is turned into faux-leather, faux-wood, faux-plastic. Despite being Art often makes this possible.”

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Garnet red.

Many call it as “the wine of kings, the king of wines”, destined to become the ambassador of Savoy Piedmont in the courts throughout Europe.

It is said that one day Marquise Falletti offered King Charles Albert 325 “carràs” of Barolo (one for each day of the year except for the period of Lent), for the King had expressed the desire to taste that “new wine of hers”. The tribute went down in history: the carràs were in fact transport barrels with a capacity of 600 litres each. Carlo Alberto was so enthusiastic about the gift, that he decided to buy the vineyard of Verduno to start his own production. Similarly, King Victor Emmanuel II did some years later, purchasing the estate of Fontanafredda in Serralunga d’Alba.

Portrait of first king of Italy Victor Emmanuel II, 1860.

“Life is too short to drink bad wine.”

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Barolo is produced in 11 municipalities across the Langhe territory in Piedmont.

Barolo is a wine obtained from the fermentation of Nebbiolo grape in its three different clones Michet, Lampia and Rosé. The varietal is one of the most valuable in the world and is originally from the Langhe area in Piedmont.

The name Nebbiolo can be attributed to two peculiar features: the first is that these grapes mature late, during the first autumn mists; besides, the skins are covered with a thick layer of wax that literally “fogs” the intense blue-purple colour of the bunches. According to the production specification, Barolo needs to be aged for at least 38 months after the harvest before release, of which at least 18 months must be in oak or chestnut barrels. When subjected to aging of at least five years before release, the wine can be labeled a “Riserva”.

The garnet red color is unmistakable, the same that we find on Torino F.C. jerseys.

Montecore women’s goose-down padded coat with diagonal S-shaped twill effect. (mod. 2326CX440)

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QUEEN OF THE MOVIES

ELEGANT, SEDUCTIVE, GRACEFUL

Montecore women’s padded coat. The outer layer is made of silkviscose velvet. (mod. 2326C460)

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For centuries Turin has been considered a mysterious city, where white and black magic intertwine giving rise to fascinating myths and legends. In the past, the “Underground Turin” has given hospitality and protection to symbols of magic, such as esotericist and alchemist Alessandro Cagliostro and “seer astrologer” Nostradamus. An ancient legend argues that the city was founded by the Egyptians, precisely by Fetonte, the son of goddess of magic Isis, who wanted to create a worship center for god Api, depicted as a bull, just in the place where the rivers Dora and Po cross, these representing the male and the female: the Sun and the Moon.

A special feeling connects the master of suspense, known as the “Italian Hitchcock”, with this magical, fascinating and austere city. In his autobiography, Dario Argento confessed that “Turin is the place where my nightmares fit best. [...] This city is a beautiful theatrical set: when I think of a movie, I imagine it here.” It is no coincidence that the director filmed the most important scenes of his masterpieces in the mysterious aura of Turin, first among all the disturbing “Deep Red” of 1974. In CLN Square, right in front of the two imposing sculptures by Umberto Baglioni depicting the Dora and Po rivers, actors Gabriele Lavia and David Hemmings witnessed the first horrific murder of the movie, involving the psychic Helga Ullman.

Between history and legend, between good and evil, Piedmont’s capital remains magical and mysterious for many... just like the Montecore woman. Enigmatic and seductive, she can choose between an elegant silk-viscose velvet padded raincoat with waterproof treatment, or a water repellent Jacquard trench coat with high thermal insulation padding and detachable fur collar.

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Queen of the movies.

Highly insulated water repellent Jacquard polyester coat with detachable Silver fox fur collar. (mod. 2326C451P)

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Highly insulated water repellent trilaminate nylon Jacquard coat with detachable Silver fox fur collar. (mod. 2326C451P)

Queen of the movies.

“I like films to have something inside, I don’t mean a message, I mean something from the soul.”

Dario Argento

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he worlds of cars, motorcycles, travel, textiles, photography, fine arts and design have always inspired the founder of Montecore, Fabio Peroni.

The company was born in the Marche Region at the beginning of 2005, when Fabio decided to create his own company and label the collections of jackets and coats he had created during his career, as a result of a long experience in the field of sartorial clothing. Thanks to his lively curiosity and wide product knowledge, he managed to create a brand that perfectly represents his worlds, interests and passions.

“A Montecore garment has got two souls. Its conceptual and philosophical side can be traced back to the passions that trigger and inspire life, while the technological development and the ongoing research for innovation give each product that kind of quality that has distinguished the brand for eleven years”, reveals Fabio Peroni.

“Each garment has an infinite life cycle. The evolution of some iconic models like Motom, born in 1996 from the fusion of tailored menswear with biker jackets, has marked different turning points in the history of the brand, season after season.”

The stylistic code of the brand is made unique by the versatility of its products, that can be worn at any time of the day and adapt to the body by following each movement or physical activity.

Montecore has set the record in the use of innovative materials and cutting-edge textile technologies. In 2011, for the first time in the history of clothing, the “bi-stretch fabric” was used in the production of Montecore’s winter collection. The model that marked this crucial step was called Jacket 244. Today this garment has evolved enough to include a rain system technology, which makes it water-repellent, as well as a feather-injection padding technique.

Fabio Peroni

IN PERFECT STYLE

DESIGNER FABIO PERONI

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Worldwide Stores.

Montecore garments are distributed all over Europe and are also present in the Asian market. Korea, Japan and Russia are only few of the main countries in love with the mood proposed by this 100% Italian brand. With an essential and rigorously elegant style, all stores present the brand’s collections by bringing the visual and sensual perception of each garment to its most intense expression.

Shinsegae Gangnam department store 176, Sinbanpo-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul, South Korea Galleria department store- west 343 Apgujeong-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea Hyundai Department store - COEX 159 -7 Samseong-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea Creative headquarter - Fano, Italy.

Shinsegae Department Store - Centum City Branch 35 Centumnam-daero, Haeundae-gu, Busan, South Korea Debec Department store - Plaza 333 Myeongdeok-ro, Jung-gu, Daegu, South Korea

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#INSPIRINGDESIGN

The 928 was the first Porsche attempt to combine the power, poise, and handling of a sports car with the refinement, comfort, and equipment of a luxurious saloon to create a vehicle with wider appeal than the compact, quirky and sometimes difficult 911. The 928 featured an innovative, front-mounted and water-cooled V8 engine driving the rear wheels, producing up to 237 hp. It is the only sports car so far to have won the European Car of the Year title in 1987.

Its body, styled by Wolfgang Möbius under guidance of Anatole Lapine, has influenced Steve Jobs in designing the first Macintosh computer.

Andy Hertzfeld, a member of the original Apple development team, recalls the discussion between Jobs and Apple’s creative director James Ferris, in March 1981 during a late night at the office. For some reason, they were talking about cars.

Steve Jobs with his first Macintosh computer.

Montecore highly insulated stretch jacket with removable nutria fur collar. The wool and lycra outer fabric is water & stain resistant and allows thermoregulation. (mod. 2320C317)

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“ It ’s got to be dif ferent, dif ferent from ever y thing else! ”, said Jobs to Ferris, “ We need it to have a classic look , that won’t go out of st yle, like the Volkswagen B eetle”. “ No, that ’s not right ”, James replied. “The lines should be voluptuous, like a Ferrari.” “ Not a Ferrari, that ’s not right either”, S teve responded. “ It should be more like a Porsche! ” referring to his Porsche 928.

“I could not find my dream sports car, so I built it myself.”

Ferdinand Porsche

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#inspiringdesign.

Sketch of a second generation Porsche Panamera.

The design for the first Mac was released in February 1982. Jobs had worked tirelessly, attempting to produce the best Porsche-like design for the most innovative computer until then.

The 4-door version of this exclusive car, named 928-4, together with Porsche 989, a never produced concept vehicle from the late ‘80s, were undoubtedly the predecessors of most recent Porsche Panamera.

Montecore water repellent taffeta quilted jacket with down padding. (mod. 2320DX244)

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1915-1922 Fiat Lingotto’s heliport, Torino.

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#SNOWTRENDS

View of Fiore di pietra, the new landmark of Monte Generoso in Switzerland, bearing the unmistakable imprint of architect Mario Botta.

Why not to be inspired by style icons to be “glam” in the mountains as well as in the city?

Lady D’s fire red padded jackets, Gianni Agnelli’s glam accessories and Kate Moss’s super fashionable look have come back to our mind. A world full of colours, sports and luxury.

For the next collection, Montecore will give birth to iconic pastimes with a new interpretation, contemporary and audacious, but in line with the traditional quality that distinguishes the brand. Glossy materials, juxtaposed with precious wools and technical materials, make the iconic brand’s models even more avant-garde.

The intense, fashionable look that characterised the late 70s and the first half of the 80s, when new styles were on the way. Those were the years when the “oversize” glasses with mirror lenses worn by the British royal

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family could not be missed, as well as Gianni Agnelli’s “all black” boots, the bearskins and the technical suites worn by the top models of that time.

It was in these years that down or padded jackets became a must, not just to wear during the winter holidays, but also in the city on every occasion.

The origins of this garment are related to the mountaineering world. The inventor of the first “goose feathered” jacket was in fact the famous Australian climber George Ingle Finch who designed the garment for the 1922 expedition to Mount Everest. Following technical requirements for its specific use, this jacket became the emblem of this sport and also an iconic style apparel.

Today, the Montecore 2.0 down jacket technology is at the forefront; the company is always looking for the best performance in terms of style, comfort and lightness.

“I ski to win. When the day comes that I can’t get myself into a fighting mood anymore, I won’t be able to win and I’ll stop racing.”

Ingemar Stenmark

Photos showing Montecore‘s vintage collections.

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left: Down-padded water-repellent women’s parka with detachable Arctic fox fur cap. (mod. 2326CX442P) right: Down-padded parka with diagonal S-shaped twill effect and detachable double-front with Mongolian fur collar. (mod. 2326CX441P)

The race of records.

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he 24 Hours of Le Mans is the world’s oldest active sports car endurance race. Held annually since 1923, it constitutes one leg of the Triple Crown of Motorsport; other events being the Indianapolis 500 and the Monaco Grand Prix. The race runs on the Circuit de la Sarthe, which contains a mix of closed public roads and a specialist racing circuit in which racing teams have to balance speed with the cars’ ability to run for 24 hours without sustaining mechanical damage. Being one of the most prestigious automobile races in the world, it has over the years inspired imitating races at places like Daytona, Nürburgring, Spa-Francorchamps, and Bathurst. Other races include a race for historic Le Mans race cars of years past, a motorcycle version of the race which is held on a shortened version of the circuit, a kart race, a truck race and a parody race for cars costing $500 or less.

“Le Mans is the only racing movie that is totally realistic.”

Jenson Button

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The race of records.

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The longest distance (in km) covered during the 24 hours held by the three Audi R15 TDI+ in 2010.

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The top speed (in kph) attained on the circuit by Roger Dorchy in 1988 at the wheel of a WM P88.

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The average speed (in kph) of the fastest lap set by Hans-Joachim Stuck in 1985 on a Porsche 962.

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The power (in hp) of the LM P1 hybrid systems used by Audi, Porsche and Toyota.

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The minimum weight (in kg) required for a LM P1 car.

The same as a Smart Fortwo!

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The highest number of driver victories won by retired Tom Kristensen, known as “Mr Le Mans�.

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Down-padded parka with diagonal S-shaped twill effect and detachable double-front with Mongolian fur collar. (mod. 2326CX442P)

The race of records.

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The practically unbeatable record of cars entered by Porsche at the race over 65 years.

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The closest gap (in metres) between the winner and the runner-up in 1966.

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The record for the most Le Mans races, held by Henri Pescarolo.

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The smallest grid ever in 1930.

This year the contestants will be 60.

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Montecore men’s three-layer stretch padded raincoat with zip-detachable woolen collar scarf. (mod. 2320I410)

The biggest gap (in km) between the winner and the runner-up in 1927.

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“Fashion is architecture.

It is a matter of proportions.�

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