The Akris horsehair origins from semi-wild and free-roaming horses in Mongolia. In the region, horses typically live outdoor all year. Mongolia remains one of the last places on earth where the relationship between man and horse are symbiotic. As such, horses are a part of everyday life and proud culture to their nomadic herders.
A Secret for more than 200 Years
Light as silk and robust as leather, horsehair has a fine sheen and a pleasant surface. Its strength and durability make it the ideal choice for Albert Kriemler to create Akris accessories. Furthermore, Akris is likely the only fashion house that incorporates horsehair into jackets for women, like traditional men's and bespoke tailoring for structure and shape.
Savoir-faire
Creating refined horsehair accessories requires masterful artistry and expertise at every step. In its processing, horsehair is demanding, even downright stubborn. The historic looms, which were developed to weave horsehair in 1872, produceonly 2.5 meters of fabric per day, making the material very rare. Only two workshops in Europe continue to weave horsehair with this exceptional know-how.
An ode to Ai
Introducing horsehair as an unexpected accessory material fitting Albert Kriemler's passion for unique textiles, the Ai bag was unveiled in 2009. The name Ai translates to "love" and was chosen in honor of a famous Japanese horse. Another nod to the equine world paying tribute to the animals that provide the raw material for the bags.
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