the aramantis ottoman executive collection
The Ottoman executive collection is made from highest quality Turkish leather and natural dyed wool fabrics originally woven as tent or other hangings by individual craftsmen & women from the various regions in Turkey. Many of the fabrics are over 50 years old and are cleaned and sorted before being mounted on a secure backing fabric and cut into the highly individual patterns that form these unique pieces.
Our featured aramantis lining uses traditional fabrics that reflect the taste and opulence of the Ottomans and their court. We use only the highest quality leather and YKK zips.
Given the nature of the materials used, no two pieces are identical. Irregularities in the weave, a natural fading of some of the colours and small imperfections are inherent in the nature of the organic dyes and hand weaving and the general history of the fabrics. These add to the unique charm of each piece.
The fabric can be cleaned either with brushing of e.g. dried on mud, sponging with cold water or spot treatment with a gentle upholstery cleaner. A small test area should be treated first to ensure the natural dyes do not run or fade.
The Ottoman collection is designed by aramantis together with our Turkish associate, and handmade by a team of craftsmen within ten minutes walk of both the Blue Mosque, the Hagia Sophia and the Topkapi Palace, in the beautiful Sultanahmet: the most historic and evocative area of Istanbul.