BOSS x MEISSEN – a capsule collection inspired by the “Big Five”
Just in time for the holiday season, BOSS and Meissen present the result of their pioneering collaboration that has brought together the two internationally recognized German brands for the first time. With a shared passion for quality, design and creativity, the two luxury players have co-created five mugs and a fashion capsule collection inspired by the “Big Five” figurines created by Meissen sculptor Maximilian Hagstotz.
The figurines – first presented at “Ambiente” in Frankfurt in 2018 – depict the African lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhinoceros in an angular style inspired by carved African wood sculptures. Each animal is decorated with a monochrome pattern that highlights its characteristic traits. For “Big Five Mugs”, these monochrome patterns were adapted to depict the animals one by one in a stylized rendition.
As a mark of their authenticity, each mug features a co-branding that testifies to the extraordinary craftsmanship and design expertise upheld by both brands. The five limited edition porcelain mugs are available now at BOSS and Meissen stores worldwide.
“Inspired by the “Big Five” figurines, the BOSS x MEISSEN collaboration unites the five iconic beasts as part of a mug series, as well as a fashion capsule collection.”
The BOSS capsule collection includes both casual and formal pieces for men and women, all in a monochrome palette of black and white.
The five animal motifs appear in embroidered, jacquard and printed form throughout, on cashmere, silk and leather. Highlights include a pure cashmere sweater with lion intarsia for her, and a mercerized cotton T-shirt with a tonal lion print for him. Elegant silk jacquard ties, pocket squares, embroidered shirts and tailoring take the collection into the evening, while leather accessories combine the collection’s animal motifs with a HB monogram.
In recognition of the collaboration theme, HUGO BOSS has used the opportunity to create awareness for the importance of wildlife conservation and will donate to “Elephants for Africa”. The charity works with local and national stakeholders in Botswana to provide education and community outreach focused on conserving this iconic species.
The BOSS x MEISSEN capsule collection is available at BOSS stores worldwide from November 2019, or online at boss.com. The “Big Five” figurines and mugs can be purchased in all MEISSEN stores, as well as online at meissen.com.