Miss Kitten
Engraved typography on Maison Margiela Tabi shoes.
For this project, I renewed my well-loved, thoroughly worn Maison Margiela tabi shoes by engraving my cat’s nickname of the month. I explored custom typography in Adobe Illustrator and used a LaserPecker engraver to bring the design to life. After finalizing the “miss kitten” file, I formatted and uploaded it through LaserPecker Design Space.
This process pushed me to think about scale in a physical context, whereas digitally, I often account for responsive design. I had to consider the natural texture and curvature of the leather, making adjustments to ensure the design aligned with the front of the shoes. By projecting and then refining the design placement before engraving, I maintained the integrity of the file while adapting it to the form of the tabis.
