Step by Step Process

Each unique Up The Antichrist jacket is a work of art, blending craftsmanship and creativity. The process begins with a custom image, selected or created by the designer, which is then meticulously painted by classically trained artist Robert Pietrantonio. Using Golden Brand slow-drying acrylics, Robert combines classical and hyperrealist techniques to paint directly onto leather, prepared through a specialized process to ensure optimal adhesion.

The designer carefully drafts the jacket, detailing layouts, sketches, and specifications for custom accessories like spikes, studs, and labels. Spikes are powder-coated for durability and vibrancy, while laser-engraved labels add a distinct touch. The leather is chosen for its strength, supporting the weight of the metal accessories, and cut into pattern pieces. Each section—arms, front, back, and collar—is studded and accessorized while flat, ensuring precision before the jacket is fully assembled.

Customization extends to the hardware, where spikes and studs are treated with various techniques for unique finishes. Metal plaques are hand-cut and finished to complement the design, and different methods are used for men's and women's jackets to seamlessly integrate Robert's artwork into the leather.

The jacket is finished with a silk lining, sewn partly by hand, featuring a hidden zipper for easy access. Final touches include custom-painted buttons and antique accessories for a one-of-a-kind look, making each jacket a truly unique and artistic expression.