Ramón Ezkerra: 30 Years of Craftsmanship, Emotions, and a Sustainable Future
Ramón Ezkerra: 30 Years of Craftsmanship, Emotions, and a Sustainable Future
In 2026, it will be 30 years since Ramón Ezkerra began a journey that has been —from the beginning— a declaration of love for the craft, the raw materials, and the beauty of a job well done. At just 16 years of age, after training as an apprentice with renowned Basque furriers, Ramón understood that leather was not just a material but a language that could express history, identity, and emotions. Three decades later, that spirit remains intact in every garment created in his Bilbao atelier, where craftsmanship is at the heart of everything he does.
Here, every piece is one of a kind — designed and crafted by skilled hands that honor the rhythm of manual work and the principles of mindful fashion. From the selection of the hides —all 100% natural and certified with Furmark traceability— to the cutting, assembly, and final finishing, everything takes place in full view of the customer in a process that is as transparent as it is personal. The hides come exclusively from European farms with the highest animal welfare standards, guaranteeing both beauty and responsibility. Custom garments are crafted from the customer’s photos or ideas, while pieces from Ramón Ezkerra’s own collection —originally designed for the brand’s fashion shows— are also available for purchase.
Throughout his career, he has collaborated with prominent figures from the worlds of entertainment, culture, and fashion. His creations have been worn by artists such as Paulina Rubio, Pitingo, and Palomo Spain on the television show Maestros de la Costura, as well as by other iconic names who have trusted his unique vision and impeccable craftsmanship. These collaborations have strengthened the timeless, daring, and innovative nature of his aesthetic proposal, taking his work to renowned stages, red carpets, and publishing companies.
But the Ramón Ezkerra firm is more than just a fashion house — it is also a knowledge center. Through its leather and fur training program, traditional techniques are passed on to new generations eager to learn the craft from its roots, using real tools, fine materials, and with genuine human guidance. Because preserving savoir-faire is just as important as innovating — and teaching is, in itself, a form of creation.
Sustainability is another of the brand’s pillars. Over the years, more than 10,000 vintage coats have been transformed — pieces brought back to life through creative and contemporary recycling. Customers who inherit garments from family members or have treasured memories in leather find in Ramón Ezkerra the chance to give those pieces a new lease on life without losing their essence. Thus, each transformation honors the past while looking toward the future, giving rise to circular fashion with soul.
Today, celebrating 30 years means not only looking back with pride but also reaffirming a commitment to continue creating fashion with authenticity, caring for every detail, every story, every client. Ramón Ezkerra does not follow trends — he creates legacy. A legacy to be worn, touched, and felt. Because behind every stitch, there lives a story.
Ramón Ezkerra
Calle Correo 23, Bilbao.
Tel.: +34 944 151 488
