Quadro Creations Unveils A Collection Rooted in Conscious Creation
There's an invisible rhythm to daily life, a repeated gesture, a method that forms itself. This silent movement, the undercurrent of what never truly ceased, is the genesis ofQuadro Creations'Fall/Winter 2025collection, 'Modus Operandi.' Moving beyond fleeting trends, the collection focuses on continuous methods—the habit that becomes a conscious choice, the detail refined by time, and the repetition imbued with intention. Each piece is conceived not as a standalone item, but as part of a cohesive 'equipment,' featuring precise forms, responsible materials, and silhouettes that seamlessly blend function with presence.
For Lucas Borges, Creative Director of the brand, 'Modus Operandi' is a culmination of the brand's journey, born from a deep understanding of action and time in creation. 'There are things that depend directly on our initiative—proposing new products, new ideas—and others that require the time of the other, the public, the client, to be absorbed and understood,' he says.
'Now, I feel we've entered a new phase, where we can bring these elements together and build from these experimentations — not from scratch – but by refining or simplifying.' This evolution allows the brand to work with validated pieces, making them more accessible or complex as needed, all while building a clearer vision and a distinct brand lexicon.
'Modus Operandi' also reconfigures the discarded repositioning of the traditional. This backward glance is a conscious choice for a brand that intentionally operates at a different pace. 'What motivates me most is the exercise of pausing, breathing, and looking at the past with more affection,' Borges notes.
This reflective process is essential for a non-conventional brand like Quadro, allowing it to introduce new ideas with care and clarity. Borges sees his role as aligning the brand's diverse interests, which are design, commercial and financial, by finding creative solutions that resonate across all spheres. 'We aim to offer a highly durable product, so people don't need to buy clothes all the time, but rather invest in the right pieces.'
Discover more about Quadro Creations via the brand'swebsite.
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Quadro Creations Unveils A Collection Rooted in Conscious Creation
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