The sophistication of simplicity
- Juliette became acquainted with leather work in Italy
- She draws on her experience working for French fashion houses
- She opened Atelier Julno in Rouen in 2016
Juliette Noël discovered the work of the leather craftsmen while she was in Rome studying History of Art: it all made sense to her. Since then, she has been devoting her studies and career to this noble material. After a diploma at the Grégoire Ferrandi School in Paris, she strengthened her experience working for a modelmaker atelier. In 2016, Juliette opened her own workshop in the heart of Rouen, Atelier Julno. She is elaborating her own collection of leather goods. Sophistication can be read in the simplicity and high quality of her pieces. Faithful to the savoir-faire and traditional making, Juliette likes to bring modern twists through her finishes. Custom made bags are among her favourite challenges: finding the perfect case for the right object.
INTERVIEW
Very romantic! It was on the Piazza Navona, Rome. I was passionate about my studies but could not think of the right job. As I was walking with my mother who came to visit, I told her about all the leather craftspeople I was interacting with. She gave me the idea of shifting to craftsmanship.
To be respectful of an expertise and of the origin of the material; which is above all, a living being. It also means an irreproachable quality so that it lasts over time.
The time spent on a small wallet or on a bag. Preparing the leather, cutting it, the reinforcements that are added to make the bag fit but whose presence should not be perceived. The behind the scenes creation of leather goods is impressive and unsuspected.
Top brands often buy out the tanneries; it is difficult to access certain products because of the minimum orders. Leather goods for major brands have never been so popular. Independent workshops can be considered in danger.
