m.a+ (Maurizio Amadei)

[kuugaia]

I wasn't as much of a fan of this fabric. It certainly feels durable but it also comes with a certain roughness to it. Definitely see it working on boots, on a jacket...not so.

[BSR]

for me it's a bit like drkshdw poplin, but much thicker/sturdier, and of course it will soften with time

[zamb]

for me it's a bit like drkshdw poplin, but much thicker/sturdier, and of course it will soften with time

Its a actually a Fabric that is way stronger than Poplin. its called "rip-stop", which is a fabric originally designed for military clothing. Those box ridges in the fabric are actually designed to prevent the fabric from tearing easily beyond the squares, as the threads around those weaves are stronger than the ones in it.
Depending on the fabric makeup (usually 50/50 Nylon/ Cotton) it can be exceedingly more durable than denim

[BSR]

Its a actually a Fabric that is way stronger than Poplin. its called Rip-stop. which is a fabric originally edesigned for military clothing. those box ridges in the fabric is actually designed to prevent the fabric from tearing easily beyond the squares as the threads in those weaves are stronger than the ones in it.
Depending on the fabric makeup (usually 50/50 Nylon/ Cotton) it can be exceedingly more durable than denim

you're absolutely right Zamb, the similarity between this ma+ fabric and the drkshdw poplin was just about the texture / feeling, which is rough, and the grid pattern that covers both of them.

[stretcheroo]

does anyone have experience with this material? at first i was a little turned off by the grid pattern. but, i don't know, it has kind of grown on me. it looks tough, like a semi-industrial fabric or some tear resistant teflon type thing (i know it is cotton). and it looks stiff like it will break in and age well. i especially like it on this raglan blazer

I bought this jacket from Zekka. I have not worn it much, but it is quite stiff. I first saw the pattern on some ma+ lace-ups that Pollyanna had last season, loved it, and then came across the jacket at Zekka. If you have any of the carpe linen over leathers, the feel of the material is similar.

[eton97]

you should give pollyanna a call - i think they have some experience with this material - they sold the 5-pocket pants in this fabric.....

does anyone have experience with this material? at first i was a little turned off by the grid pattern. but, i don't know, it has kind of grown on me. it looks tough, like a semi-industrial fabric or some tear resistant teflon type thing (i know it is cotton). and it looks stiff like it will break in and age well. i especially like it on this raglan blazer

thoughts??

[eton97]

My MA+ Staple Boots...

Here are a couple of photos of my MA+ Staple boots....bought them SS09 and they have aged beautifully....I think these are probably one of the best versions he did...the colour is amazing - I think these are the pair I'm being buried in........

[snafu]

they are beautiful

[eton97]

And another rare pair of MA+ Shoes...

Great shape, great colour....another pair of amazing MA+ Shoes...I bought them AW09

[marco-von]

they are the only shoes or even item i've wanted to own from grandma muzz. Patience you swine! one day i'll be king.

[eton97]

Thank you and appreciated.....I haven't seen many versions of this shoe around - and certainly none in this colour....very cool

And thank you snafu.......they are even better in the flesh!

they are the only shoes or even item i've wanted to own from grandma muzz. Patience you swine! one day i'll be king.

[Fade to Black]

those two are definitely the best I've seen out of MA+ footwear

[philip nod]

great pics.!
reminded me of an issue i have which prohibits me from kopping dope derbys has anyone had any problems with the cut of the derby grinding against the outer facing ankle bone? had same problem w carpe. ccp and guidi are cut much lower and not a problem.

[Acid, Bitter and Sad]

Outer AND Inner

Pnod, I had that problem initially with my ma+ derbs. In fact it was grinding both outer and inner bones. I then wore it with a thin insole, and that slight elevation of the foot kinda alleviated the ankle grinding.

[eton97]

...due to my flat feet, i have to wear insole which elevate my heel by about 0.5cm, which seems to solve the problem completely....never thought there was a positive to flat feet, but you have just given me a very good one!

great pics.!
reminded me of an issue i have which prohibits me from kopping dope derbys has anyone had any problems with the cut of the derby grinding against the outer facing ankle bone? had same problem w carpe. ccp and guidi are cut much lower and not a problem.