ADORNING THE FINEST COLLECTIONS
The House of Worth, Versace, Lanvin, Alexander, McQueen and … Samshield. In addition to craftsmanship, this list of the pinnacle of high fashion labels share a common attribute with respected equestrian headware manufacturer, Samshield: Swarovski® crystals. Haute couture typically refers to apparel, but in the loose sense of the translation, there is no doubt that Samshield qualifies for this distinction due to it’s use of the finest materials, personalized designs and meticulous craftsmanship.
To clarify, Haute couture (French for… "high fashion") refers to the creation of exclusive custom-fitted clothing. Haute couture is fashion that is constructed by hand from start to finish, made from high quality, expensive, often unusual fabric and sewn with extreme attention to detail and finished by the most experienced and capable sewers, often using time-consuming, hand-executed techniques. (1)
"YOUR" SAMSHIELD
Using digital innovation to enhance old world design, one can personalize their own custom Samshield helmet without traveling to Paris. MY SAMSHIELD is a simple online tool that enables clients to design a helmet unique to their style from a computer in the comfort of their home. Options for custom helmets include:
- 4 available Alcantara® shell colors: black, navy blue, chocolate, dark grey.
- 28 colors of trim: chrome, chrome black, ivory, navy blue matte, etc.
- 2 Swarovski® stones embeded trim (5 frontal stones or 250+5 stones). Stones color available: gold, crystal, crystal-black, light blue, pink, red, orange.
- 12 materials for the top of each helmet: leather, Alcantara®, Flower Leather, Crystal Fabric Swarovski®, Flower Swarovski, Lizard, Python, Galuchat, Crocodile, Lozenge Swarovski, Shimmer Leather, Crystal Medley®.
- 3 colors of blason/air vent: chrome, chrome black, chrome gold.
- Sponsor, team logo, name or country flag, possible. (2)
Samshield helmets are assembled and customized in France. Each helmet is meticulously tested and refined, as needed, before being shipped to their rider. If crystals are included in the design, the Swarovski® stones setting is made in the Samshield workshop. Impressively, the 255 Swarovski® crystals are clinched one by one on the helmets. This operation requires two hours of goldsmith work. (3)
By enabling clients to create their own helmet, Samshield has changed the paradigm of equestrian headware manufacturing. Of even higher importance, the Samshield company was founded ultimately for the safety of riders and its designs use the highest quality materials while also providing comfort and security.
(1)“http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haute_coutur
(3)source: Samshield.com
DESIGN & ORDER
DESIGN: To design your own custom Samshield helmet, visit MY SAMSHIELD.
PURCHASE: To view a list of Samshield authorized retailers near you, CLICK HERE. RIDE BEDFORD is our go to source for advice and assisting with ordering customized products of distinction, including Samshield. The boutique also carries a nice selection in stock.
OFF-THE-RACK: Samshield also offers a complete line of off-the-rack helmets. If you do not live near an authorized retailer, SMART PAK offers an expansive line of helmets. Prices are listed from $420-$1350 and orders over $75 ship free. To view their collection, CLICK HERE.
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