Created by Myriam Ullens, Maison Ullens took shape in 2009, to dress up women who, like her, had travel the world. In 2014, Kim Laursen took over the artistic direction of the House, renowned for its know-how, elegance and sophistication. Graduate of the Kolding school, he left Denmark in 1990 to settle down in Paris, a city that had always made him dream. He then worked for many years at Christian Lacroix, then other prestigious Houses like Kenzo, Paule Ka, Azzarro, Elie Saab and Vanessa Seward. Passionnate about maths and geometry, he created at Maison Ullens pieces with a perfect cut, mixing materials and shapes and playing with volumes. Playing by the rules of the House, an expert of leather and knitwear, Kim Laursen knew how to inject his minimalist touch while transcending the brand's DNA. Clothes both cocoony and luxurious, for women smitten with traveling.
What's the last thing you saw that inspired you?
The book on Issey Miyake by Irvin Penn
Please describe the Maison Ullens fall17 collection in three words:
"Hiver Haut en Couleurs"
What was your favourite piece in your last collection and why?
Hoodie tie and die fur , an iconic piece for the house but in fur this year, beautiful fabrics meticulously cut for an extraordinarily edgy look.
The film that most speaks to your aesthetic is:
Le Festin de Babeth
If you could live in any era, when would you choose and why?
Paris Forever, my life is here
Which material do you most like to work with?
Leather, but my love for knit is growing
Which Maison Ullens piece do you always have on you?
As a boy not many , But I always travel with cashmere and my tote bag
If only one woman (alive or dead) could wear the collection for the rest of eternity, who would you want it to be?
The Maison Ullens woman is…
The multifaceted and unique Ullens woman is elusive. As she slips through the night in her luxurious slate grey cashmere coat, you are not sure who she is, but you certainly notice her style
But with Maison Ullens there is a piece for all of you .....