In the realm of Belgian fashion, A Magazine Curated By stands as a unique and ever-evolving project. Each issue is a collaborative adventure, where guest curators—often renowned designers—shape the magazine’s content. Among these luminaries, Martin Margiela left an indelible mark with their 2004 edition.
The 2004 issue of A Magazine Curated By was a reunion—a gathering of everyone who had ever been connected to Maison Martin Margiela. From permanent staff members to casual collaborators, models, artists, and photographers, they all converged within its pages. The common thread? The Maison’s signature: white. This color, in its myriad expressions, wove through the participations, symbolizing continuity, creative expression, and anonymity.
But what truly captivated readers was the DIY tutorial by none other than Martin Margiela himself. Titled “One to Make at Home,” this step-by-step guide revealed how to craft your own Margiela sock sweater using eight pairs of white socks. The sock sweater had already made its mark as part of the Maison’s codes, making its runway debut during the Fall/Winter 1991 collection.
Materials Needed:
- Eight pairs of men’s white socks
- A pair of scissors
- A sewing machine
- White thread
The process? Assemble the socks, cut, stitch, and create your very own Margiela-inspired sweater.
The result? A wearable piece of art that defied convention and celebrated creativity. The tutorial was both playful and profound, embodying the Maison’s ethos of deconstruction and reinvention.
