This year at Geneva Motor Show Bentley has no new model to present. No worries though, they have a new line of accessories including iPad, iPhone and Blackberry cases to cheer you up!
Crafted by Ettinger, Bentley’s luxury leather partner, these accessories are inspired by the Beluga and Hotspur interior trim colours of the Bentley Continental Supersports. The black and red leather with contrast stitching collection includes keyrings and iPad, iPhone and Blackberry cases.
Ettinger has recently added some of the latest Bentley upholstery hides (fuchsia, yellow and blue) to its range. Everything is handmade in its factory in Birmingham, which uses the same skills that have been handed down for generations.
They have not mentioned the pricing for this items yet, but they’re probably more expensive than the product they are ought to carry inside!
Ettinger history:
1930s: Gerry Ettinger founded Ettinger in 1934. Having worked as a film producer in Italy and Germany (where he worked with Marlene Dietrich) he used his extensive contacts in continental Europe and England to create a range of luxury gifts
1940s: Recovery
After a pause in the 1940s during the second world war, he returned to London to reinvigorate and expand his business.
1950s-60s: Growth
In the 1950s Gerry Ettinger acquired a small leather goods manufacturing business, which had been making leather goods in London since the 19th century.
1970s-80s: Consolidation
Gerry Ettinger continued to work in the business until well into his 80s and saw the transformation of the company into one of the most respected leather goods designers and manufacturers in the UK.
1990s: Recognition
In 1990, Robert, his elder son took over and continued the tradition of craftsmanship and quality as well as bringing in some more contemporary designs. He has since further ‘internationalised’ and developed the business in Asia, Korea, South Africa, Hong Kong, Australia, Japan and the US.
1999: James Homer Ltd
In July 1999, Ettinger acquired one of Walsall’s oldest leather goods manufacturing companies, James Homer Ltd (established in 1890). Homer is at the heart of Ettinger’s hand-made manufacturing process and is home to some of the most skilled leather craftsmen in the UK.
2005: Bentley Collection
The collaboration with Bentley puts a whole new collection on the road.
2007: Showroom Makeover
The London showroom, in Ettinger’s Putney Head Office, sets a new standard for the brand.