ELEGANZA MISSONI, THE BRAND-NEW VERSION OF THE CHAIR DESIGNED BY PHILIPPE STARCK IN COLLABORATION WITH MISSONI



Inspired by the world of fashion and given a name meaning “elegance” on account of its sleek, delicate lines, Eleganza – designed for Kartell by Philippe Starck – has a brand-new look.

Eleganza Missoni’s expert use of fabric serves as a nod to the aesthetic soul of the brand, with jacquard used as the base that underpins the combinations which make this armchair sing.

Missoni’s trademark zig-zag effect is brought to life using colourful patterning on a dark base, creating a high-impact geometric design which dovetails brilliantly with the signature Kartell style. The weave of the fabric means that it can be reversed, with both sides offering up stunning results. One side has a white base colour, which contrasts with the rust-coloured legs and offers just a hint of the colourful thread, creating broad, recurring patterns. Meanwhile, the other side offers a dark base colour, allowing the splashes of colour to become the defining feature of the piece. The decision to use a reversible material was partly driven by the desire to adhere to sustainable principles, which are a key point of focus for both brands.

With the Eleganza Missoni armchair, the collaboration between Kartell and illycaffè also continues in the name of the circular economy which. The novelty introduced on the occasion of the Salone Del Mobile 2023 is the seat structure, made with the Iperespresso capsule recycling system, in the terracotta and black color variants.