Time Travelling in Accessory Design: From Traditional shoemaking to Futuristic Fashion

Discovering Scarpèts de Cjargne’s Traditional Shoemaking, Justin Smith’s Revolutionary Millinery and Thomasine Barnekow’s Sculptural Glove Design. In Trieste, craftsmanship meets creativity. The second episode follows the Class of 2024 as they explore the world of accessory design, from its traditional, millennia-old roots to the creation of models for sci-fi movies. The day begins with an exchange with the skilled artisans who continue the age-old tradition of Scarpèts de Cjargne shoemaking, revealing the secrets of a simple design that has captivated the fashion world. The Class of 2025 learns how to create footwear by following a rigorous protocol originating from the mountain region of Friuli Venezia Giulia, and how to infuse it with their creative vision and cultural references. From history to the future of accessories, the designers learn how to approach accessory making from star milliner Justin Smith and glove maker Thomasine Barnekow. Both are ITS Contest alumni who are sought after by couturiers, Hollywood stars, music artists, and blockbuster film productions for their ability to create unforgettable characters through accessory design. Fashion as identity, at its most imaginative. Fondazione ITS Established in 2022, Fondazione ITS (International Talent Support) is based in Trieste, Italy but international in scope. Our mission is to protect, preserve and promote creativity. We do so through ITS Arcademy - Museum of Art in Fashion and international fashion