The countdown is on - 29 days until we walk the runway. We're proud to unveil the first designer, EG Forge as one of the facets of the FABRICATED prism. We're so excited for you to see his work; it's absolutely stunning.
Please see his bio below:
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Eric Goodwin is a Calgary based designer
that designs under the label EG Forge which specializes in bags and
accessories. Working out of his small studio and Art Central he hand builds
every bag from thick leather and sturdy waxed canvas. Using his knowledge of
backcountry sports he designs and builds his bags to endure the harshest
environments and conditions. Every bag is designed to last a lifetime.
“I build everything with a purpose, brass
rivets in key stress points, finger loops on the backside of snaps so you can
close them one-handed, and other details to numerous to list. Every little
detail that goes into the construction is what makes the bag.”
Drawing inspiration from aviation and
mountaineering Eric creates a unique look and unparalleled quality when
crafting his bags.
“In aviation nothing is designed for
aesthetics. Everything on an aircraft was put there for a very specific reason,
and yet they look amazing. Same with backcountry equipment, everything is there
for a reason. I think a great design will look great, even if it is purpose
built.”
A lesson learned before starting EG Forge
while working in the motorsport industry. Originally working with carbon fiber
to create performance parts for cars.
“I worked with carbon fiber not because it
looks amazing, which it does, but because it's the best. It is one of the
lightest, strongest materials out there. It was there I realized that something
like an intake plenum can be functional and beautiful at the same time.”
However more research revealed that because
of the long winter Calgary doesn't have much of a motorsport industry. While
working with leather for car interiors Eric shifted his gaze to bags.
“It was hard to find a solid leather bag in
Calgary at the time, so I made one.”
Later Eric found a cotton mill in New
Jersey that made waxed canvas , a tough classic material that was originally
used for ship sails. Eric quickly incorporated it into his designs. Being
waterproof and developing a unique patina over time it makes a perfect companion
to leather.
Eric isn't stopping at bags though, for his
new collection he has designed a unique series of rugged outerwear that focuses
on classic style and durability. Merging classic and modern materials Eric's
new outerwear collection will be his first ever shown.
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