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What is Carne Bollente?
Carne Bollente is an independent Parisian brand, founded in 2015 by three friends: Hijiri Endo (Japan), Théodore Famery (France), and Ágoston Palinkó (Hungary). They met through Paris's art scene — Hijiri and Ágoston met on a dating app and became friends, while Ágoston and Theo studied together.
The name translates from Italian as "boiled meat" — and comes from an 80s porn film of the same name starring the legendary Cicciolina. For the founders, Cicciolina embodies an uninhibited and joyful approach to sexuality — something that became the brand's DNA.
How it all began: a "silly joke" and serious business
Théodore Famery describes the beginning simply: "It started as a silly joke one evening — we talked about creating something we had never seen: combining erotic embroidery and clothing." None of the three had previously worked in fashion. But the idea was too good to remain a joke.
The first items were simple t-shirts with embroidered illustrations. Then the brand grew into a full-fledged line: long sleeves, sweaters, cargo pants, boxers, accessories. Production is in Portugal, using organic and recycled materials.
What is special about Carne Bollente's approach?
Carne Bollente's embroideries depict erotic scenes — hetero-, queer-, trans-, and surreal. But they are never shocking for shock's sake. The illustration style is inspired by the golden age of pornography in the 1960s-70s: colorful, playful, with humor and warmth.
The brand consciously avoids problematic content. "We want to cover a wide range of sexual taboos without becoming problematic," say the founders. The goal is to give people the freedom to wear their sexuality on their sleeve — literally.
One of the most touching moments in the brand's history: a teenager wrote to the founders that he came out to his parents wearing a Carne Bollente t-shirt — and it gave him courage. "It made us smile and still does," they say.
Carne Bollente and sustainability
The brand produces clothing in Portugal from 100% organic cotton and recycled nylon. Sustainability is not a marketing tool, but part of the production culture. Collaborations include UNDERCOVER (a Japanese streetwear cult) and the Tom of Finland Foundation (an organization that preserves homoerotic art).
Carne Bollente at NEWBORN K
At NEWBORN K, we choose brands that have the courage to say something specific. Carne Bollente is a brand with a stance: sexuality is normal, diverse, and worth celebrating. This honesty is why it's here.
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Carne Bollente Models at NEWBORN K
KNOTTY KNIT Sweater — archaic ornament and sex-positivity
Warm sweater with custom ornament, ¼ zip high collar, hidden pockets. Organic cotton, made in Portugal.
KNOTTY KNIT Sweater →
ORGY TEMPTATIONS Pants — military-style cargo
Thick ripstop cotton, straight cut, elastic waist, belt loops. Camouflage print.
ORGY TEMPTATIONS Pants →
All Carne Bollente collection at NEWBORN K →
FAQ
Where was Carne Bollente founded?
In Paris, in 2015. The founders are Hijiri Endo, Théodore Famery, and Ágoston Palinkó.
What does the name Carne Bollente mean?
"Boiled meat" from Italian. The name comes from an 80s porn film of the same name starring Cicciolina, whom the founders consider a symbol of a free and positive attitude towards sexuality.
Is Carne Bollente a provocative brand?
The brand is provocative in the best sense: it addresses a topic many avoid, but does so with humor, warmth, and artistic quality. The illustrations are inspired by the sexual revolution of the 1960s-70s, not modern shocking content.
Where is Carne Bollente clothing produced?
In Portugal, from organic cotton and recycled materials. The brand consciously invests in responsible production.
Is Carne Bollente suitable for everyday wear?
Yes. The brand's silhouettes are classic streetwear basics: t-shirts, long sleeves, hoodies, pants. The embroideries and prints add character, but do not detract from functionality.
Summary
Carne Bollente proves: a topic considered "uncomfortable" can become the foundation for one of the most cohesive and sincere brands in streetwear. They don't apologize, explain, or make excuses. They simply make beautiful things about what is part of all of us.
