About Tica
Tica comes from a childhood nickname. My family always called me Martica in Spanish—a loving way of saying ‘little Marta.’ From that affection, Tica was born. I wanted a name that felt personal without using my full name, one that was friendly, memorable, and easy to pronounce in many languages. Tica reflects that intimate touch while staying universal and welcoming.
Multifunctionality and multistyle with customizable color options, are at the core of this project. All while preserving a very distinctive aesthetic born from the influence of my South American roots; the seven colors sea of San Andres Island and the historical wealth that surrounds the walled city of my beloved Cartagena. All This, combined with the international trends that surround me here in Montreal.
After several years of experience crafting high-quality leather goods, combined with my background in graphic design, Colombia and Québec come together to shape a unique and bold leather goods brand; where leather becomes design. Welcome, and Be Bold. ;)
The Yuxtaposition Collection
Make it your own with our customizable color options!
By definition, juxtaposition is the act of placing two things side by side to highlight their contrasts.
It is also the name of a technique in leather decoration where several shapes of leather are placed side by side and on the same level.
Tica welcomes you to a space where craftsmanship meets creativity. A true juxtaposition of graphic design and leatherwork. This contrast brings a fresh, contemporary perspective to traditional leather craftsmanship with customizable features…. without ever forgetting the classics.
Of course. ;)
The Be Bold
philosophy
This philosophy goes beyond aesthetics. It reflects our commitment to original design, striking shapes and colors, and the fusion of art with leathercraft. It also speaks to the technical side; the appreciation of high-quality, conscious, handmade work. Be Bold stands in contrast to today’s fast, creativity-lacking trends. It’s an invitation to embrace what is made slowly, with intention, by the hands of skilled artisans and designers. It is our stance against fast fashion and a celebration of pieces created with time, originality, and true craftsmanship.
Customizable options - Make it your own!