Emilio Cavallini is one of my favorite hosiery brands. I first discovered the label on Garance Dore’s site when she photographed Tennesee Thomas of The Like in oversized hearts.

Emilio’s abundant creativity and use of geometric cuts, optical motifs and strong colors has elevated leg wear to the level of wearable art. Since 1980, when the Emilio Cavallini brand was registered, the designer has been strongly expressing his determined style: unconventional, eccentric, ever changing.

Currently, Cavallini is working on an archive with the patterns and techniques he’s developed in his 40 years of design. He also nourishes his passion for current and ancient art.

This passion leads him to build art pieces of various forms and dimensions using tights as if they’re strings. Emilio Cavallini: Magnificent Obsession is a beautifully whimsical art book that is a true testament to Emilio’s dedication and passion for art and his creativity as a fashion designer.

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