Boris Bidjan Saberi: The Alchemist of Avant-Garde Fashion
In fashion, as in life, there are designers who manage to change the rules of the game, and anyone who knows Boris Bidjan Saberi understands exactly why he is one of them. With German and Persian roots, and a creative mind that crosses cultural boundaries, Saberi has managed to build a career that challenges what is considered acceptable, delivering designs that tell a story of a deep connection between tradition and innovation.
Beginnings and Legacy
Born in Munich on September 11, 1978, growing up with fashion designer parents isn’t just an influence – it’s an integral part of Saberi’s DNA. His complex roots, combining his mother’s German heritage with his father’s Persian heritage, along with influences from skateboarding and street fashion, provided fertile ground for his creativity. But it didn’t end there. His studies in Barcelona led him to launch his own label in 2007, and he has since become one of the most prominent names in the global fashion scene.
A design philosophy that dismantles and reconnects
At first glance, Saberi’s designs may seem overly bold, but therein lies their power. Each piece is born from an experimental design process that dismantles and reassembles basic silhouettes. He doesn’t just design clothes – he creates a relationship between the wearer and the garment, with precise tailoring, unique cuts and intricate layers revealing a story that challenges the boundaries of tradition.
A key feature of his work is the fusion of street fashion and high functionality. Whether it's a shirt with geometric cuts or a rugged leather jacket, each piece is designed to convey personal strength and provide everyday comfort, while challenging the standards of what is considered "wearable."
Materials that challenge the seller
Saberi is not a designer who settles for conventional materials. He is drawn to the margins, to materials that are less accessible and more rugged. Whether it is aluminum-coated buffalo hide, or coats coated with tar or wax, each piece is born from a deep study of raw materials and how their traditional use can be transformed. In one of his bold experiments, he even used blood to dye the fabrics, creating a unique finish with an unconventional texture, giving depth and meaning to each piece.
The collection as personal armor
When the wearer puts on Boris Bidjan Saberi ’s pieces, they are not just wearing clothes. They are donning a personal armor, one that tells a story through material, texture, and design. Each piece is a work of wearable art, challenging the traditional perception of clothing as a purely functional medium. For Saberi, fashion is a tool for self-expression – a process through which the wearer can construct and reconstruct their identity.
Collaboration between worlds: Eleven
Saberi's Eleven brand was born out of a desire to make his avant-garde designs accessible to a wider audience. The secondary line offers the same level of innovation and meticulous craftsmanship, but at more accessible prices. Eleven combines Saberi's unique aesthetic with influences from the world of street fashion, creating bold collections suitable for modern urban life. 
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Groundbreaking Collaborations: Saberi X Rigards
One of Saberi’s most intriguing collaborations is with eyewear brand Rigards . The result – the RG1011BBS model, glasses made entirely of titanium, with removable side shields that add a dimension of protection, inspired by medieval armor and insect skeletons. The glasses, in addition to being a unique fashion accessory, create a sense of security reminiscent of the same “personal armor” that characterizes Saberi’s collections.
Saberi X Salomon: Technology and Aesthetics
The collaboration with Salomon , which began in 2016, combines Saberi's avant-garde aesthetic with Salomon 's technical know-how. This partnership has resulted in collections that combine functionality and design, creating items that are suitable for both sports activities and fashion enthusiasts.
Summary: Fashion beyond the norm
Boris Bidjan Saberi is much more than a fashion designer. He is a creator in constant motion, exploring and challenging the boundaries between fashion and art, between tradition and innovation. For those who seek much more than temporary trends, Saberi offers a wearable artistic experience that conveys power, uniqueness and a clear statement.
