Cable-knit button turtleneck sweater.

The official debut took place in 1989 with a runway show that broke all conventions: unstructured garments, exposed seams, recycled materials, and irregular proportions. This gave birth to the 'deconstruction' aesthetic, which challenges the very idea of a finished and perfect garment. Maison Margiela exposes the interior of garments, transforms everyday objects into clothing, and uses experimental artisanal techniques, creating an entirely new language.

One of the brand's most iconic symbols is the Tabi shoe, inspired by traditional Japanese footwear, which has become a manifesto of identity and aesthetic disruption. Even the white label with four visible stitches, devoid of a logo, represents a revolutionary choice: the brand renounces ostentation to prioritize concept and creative vision.

In 2002, Maison Margiela joined the OTB group, ensuring greater stability and international development. In 2009, Martin Margiela left the creative direction, but the brand's identity remained intact. In the following years, the maison evolved while maintaining its conceptual codes, leading to the arrival of a new artistic direction that expands the dialogue between avant-garde and craftsmanship.

Today, Maison Margiela is considered one of the most intellectual and influential maisons in luxury. A symbol of experimentation, anonymity, and creative freedom, it continues to inspire generations of designers and redefine the meaning of fashion as a form of thought, as well as style.