MILAN FASHION WEEK
EL Retablo SS27
THE Concept
A universe contained within a small space.
The retablo is a traditional folk art of the Andes — a small devotional box, often crafted from wood, within which figures, people, animals and scenes from everyday, religious and communal life are brought to life. Far beyond a decorative object, it is a vessel for preserving collective memory and cultural heritage.
J. Salinas explores this idea not to replicate the retablo, but to capture its essence: how stories become silhouettes, how memory becomes texture, how craftsmanship evolves into a contemporary language. Every garment is made by hand with Peruvian women artisans.
EL RETABLO ― SS2027
Stories, Memory and Craftsmanship of the Andes
handmade in peru
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The Designer
Jorge Luis Salinas
Jorge Luis Salinas is a renowned Peruvian fashion designer known for merging cultural heritage with contemporary innovation. A graduate of the Philadelphia College of Textiles and Science, his career has been shaped by a constant exploration of tradition, craftsmanship, and modern design.
Influenced by his parents’ work in Gamarra, Peru’s textile hub, Salinas developed a strong foundation in craftsmanship and discipline. His work combines ancestral techniques with contemporary aesthetics, while his collaborations with artisan communities seek to preserve and reinterpret Peru’s cultural heritage for a global audience.
AWARDS & Recognition
Latin American Fashion Awards 2025
Artisanal Project of the Year
Jorge Luis Salinas was awarded Artisan Project of the Year at the Latin American Fashion Awards 2025, one of the most prestigious recognitions in the regional fashion industry.
This award honors his commitment to preserving Peruvian craftsmanship through contemporary design.
THE ATELIER
Woven From the Soul
At the heart of J.SALINAS is a close collaboration with Peruvian women artisans who preserve techniques passed down through generations — transforming hand-worked crochet, weaving and embroidery into garments that embody the value of time, skill and human touch.
Across Ayacucho, Cusco, Junín, Puno and beyond, over thirty artisans from different corners of Peru have found a genuine opportunity to contribute their skills — and to grow giving support to their families.
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