Elite British Dressage Riders Charlotte Dujardin and Alexandra Hellings have entered into a unique collaboration with the Queen's Master Saddler protégée and designer Mary Wing To. Piaffe, the talent and brand representation network, announced the exquisite collaboration between Mary Wing To and international dressage riders Dujardin OBE and Hellings.
Wing To, a Leather Designer and Harness Maker, is based in London having trained under the watchful eye of Queen’s Master Saddler and Master Harness Maker at The Royal Mews, Buckingham Palace. Mary, a Queen Elizabeth Scholar has restored treasured possessions for Royalty as the Manchester born designer has a unique skill that sets her apart from the rest; she is a fashion designer meets harness maker, who previously trained as a bespoke coat maker on Savile Row and is now Senior Leather Artisan for the iconic fashion house, Chanel.
The collaboration will be led by Mary’s vision and passion of leather and horses and she could not think of greater muses than Charlotte and Alexandra. She sculpts, carves, moulds, dyes and hand-stitches leather to create outstanding luxurious products and sculptures, winning accolades of National and International awards for her workmanship.
Mary Wing To: “I am dedicated to preserving Saddlery Craftsmanship and have a deep passion for leather. My creations are described as esoteric, a potent mix of drama and fashion combined with a love of all things equine, from the catwalk to the stable, from dress to dressage. I am thrilled that Piaffe has introduced me to these two outstanding riders who are putting British Dressage on the map around the world”
Charlotte Dujardin OBE, Olympic, European and World Champion Dressage Rider: “I am beyond excited to collaborate with Mary on some beautiful pieces and to see where our partnership leads. Having learnt so much during her time at the Royal Mews, she is a true master of her craft and I can’t wait to get started on our first project together very soon”
Alexandra Hellings – Silver and Bronze Medalist – European Pony Championships 2014: “This is just an amazing opportunity and I truly thank Mary for choosing me as her younger muse. Very excited”
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