An Interview with Stefano Bruni of Lance Wovens

We recently introduced the super-luxe woven leather pillows and totes from Lance Wovens. We’re enamored with the great design and beautiful colors in the whole line, so we asked designer Stefano Bruni to tell us a little more about his inspirations. Here it is, in his own words.

How did you decide to start your business?
We have been leather suppliers to most of the high end Italian and American fashion houses for the past 22 years. We have been involved in the creative process with formidable designers and accumulated invaluable experience and a great library. With Lance, launched last summer, we wanted to bring our knowledge and techniques to home furnishings.

What is the inspiration behind the colors and patterns?
Annabelle…She is the creative engine behind every single strip of leather. Her inspiration are, in no particular order: our fashion clients, traditional and iconic fabrics, colors from nature, Pop Art, and faded old rugs.

 

Stefano and Annabelle Bruni, founders of Lance Wovens

How long does it take to make a pillow?
It takes approximately three weeks to make the custom dyed leather, one full day to weave the front panel and a few hours to assemble the finished pillow.

 

Lance Wovens Stripe and Plaid Leather Pillows
Lance Wovens Stripe and Plaid Leather Pillows

Why did you choose the name Lance Wovens?
“Lance” is our boss…well, he is our family pup. He comes to the office every day. “Wovens” because we believe in the old way to incorporate in the business name what the company does. We weave.

 

Lance, the company mascot, tests out some pillows.

What’s made people respond to your products/your company so strongly? What sets you apart?
We are the first to push the boundaries of this traditional technique. Our colors and patterns are more typical of fabric than leather. This interpretation makes our pillows fresh; our beautiful leather makes them an heirloom. Our pillows are assembled in a handbag factory and therefore “overbuilt”.

 

Lance Wovens Metallic Leather Pillows
Lance Wovens Metallic Leather Pillows

What’s your favorite item from your collection?
They are all our children…and yet…I would say that our favorite is the one that is still in our heads or that we are still developing.

 

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