Story of patina
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A unique customisation approach
The idea of patina appeared as an obvious one. 7L opened its first showroom in 2010 in the 9th arrondissement of Paris and has been attracting the most discerning customers for over 13 years, as well as those with more simple desires.
Combining art and technique, Septième Largeur offers you a palette of colours "limited only by your imagination". Extravagance or sobriety, bright colours or shades of pastel, everything is allowed. Just tell us what you want and our Patina Studio will do its best to create your expectations as soon as possible.
A unique customisation approach
The idea of patina appeared as an obvious one. 7L opened its first showroom in 2010 in the 9th arrondissement of Paris and has been attracting the most discerning customers for over 13 years, as well as those with more simple desires.
Combining art and technique, Septième Largeur offers you a palette of colours "limited only by your imagination". Extravagance or sobriety, bright colours or shades of pastel, everything is allowed. Just tell us what you want and our Patina Studio will do its best to create your expectations as soon as possible.
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Authentic handmade work
The colouring and the effects applied will give you a unique piece. Our Patina guide can give you an idea and inspiration of what the Patine Studio has already achieved.
You can be sure of the authenticity of your pair of patinated shoes: this personalisation is an artisanal work, the same patina can never be exactly reproduced. Even if you get close to a model, your shoes will only reflect the combination of your desires and our know-how.
Authentic handmade work
The colouring and the effects applied will give you a unique piece. Our Patina guide can give you an idea and inspiration of what the Patine Studio has already achieved.
You can be sure of the authenticity of your pair of patinated shoes: this personalisation is an artisanal work, the same patina can never be exactly reproduced. Even if you get close to a model, your shoes will only reflect the combination of your desires and our know-how.
Our patina shoes models
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World champion of shoe patina 2023
Organised every year by Shoegazing Blog, The Shoe Snob & Saphir Médaille d'Or, since 2019 this competition has brought together the best patina artist during a day of competition at the London Super Trunk Show.
For his qualification, Philippe created a blue patina on a Lapo RS moccasin. His precise gradient work earned him a place in the top 3 finalists.
The final was held in the heart of London on Saturday 13 May 2023. For 5 hours, the 3 finalists had to produce their best creation. Philippe opted for a green patina, which won him first place.
The entire 7L team is proud of this achievement, which is a fine endorsement of the expertise of our House!
THE INTERVIEW
PHILIPPE, OUR PATINA ARTIST
We interviewed Philippe, Master Skater of Septième Largeur to learn more about this so particular art.
THE INTERVIEW
philippe, our patina artist
We interviewed Philippe, Master Skater of Septième Largeur to learn more about this so particular art.
Of course! I am the head of the Patina Studio at Septième Largeur.
As far as studies are concerned, I first went to the Beaux-Arts. Then I joined the Compagnons du Devoir where I specialized in boot making. I could thus have a first approach on the work of leather. I then learned by myself the work of the patina on shoes.
I've been practicing it for 5 years now and I'm looking forward to making your future patinas, from the craziest to the most classic.
I think it came naturally to me as I went along. The Beaux Arts school first trained me to develop my artistic side. Then, the experience in boot making confirmed that I wanted to work in the field of leather and footwear.
.It's a good compromise where I can fully exercise my profession of Patina Artist.
I really like to do progressive gradients, it's a "challenge" patina. They look easy to the eye, but they are still complicated to do.
You have to blend the colors together to avoid demarcations and find a nice harmony for the final result.
Yes, I would love to do a theme patina. The inspiration can come from a photo, not just from a patina already done. I find it challenging, the artist can dare to play with the colors, the shadows.
There is also a real confidence in the craftsman's work on the part of the client.
Of course! I am the head of the Patina Studio at Septième Largeur.
As far as studies are concerned, I first went to the Beaux-Arts. Then I joined the Compagnons du Devoir where I specialized in boot making. I could thus have a first approach on the work of leather. I then learned by myself the work of the patina on shoes.
I've been practicing it for 5 years now and I'm looking forward to making your future patinas, from the craziest to the most classic.
I think it came naturally to me as I went along. The Beaux Arts school first trained me to develop my artistic side. Then, the experience in boot making confirmed that I wanted to work in the field of leather and footwear.
.It's a good compromise where I can fully exercise my profession of Patina Artist.
I really like to do progressive gradients, it's a "challenge" patina. They look easy to the eye, but they are still complicated to do.
You have to blend the colors together to avoid demarcations and find a nice harmony for the final result.
Yes, I would love to do a theme patina. The inspiration can come from a photo, not just from a patina already done. I find it challenging, the artist can dare to play with the colors, the shadows.
There is also a real confidence in the craftsman's work on the part of the client.
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PATINA SHOES
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