Athens native Mary Katrantzou, one of the many inspiring fashion designers in London, was nominated as the Designer of the Year at this year’s London Fashion Week. The event, which draws international attention every years, is scheduled to begin on September 14.
She has received a lot of publicity, and even The Guardian commented on her work noting that "there are some interesting nods that will surely cause a ripple.”
In 2011, Katrantzou was awarded the Emerging Talent prize and was promoted in the Designers’ category quickly. Her rivals this year include Stella McCartney and Christopher Kane. The winners will be announced live at this year’s British Fashion Awards on Nov. 27.
Mary Katrantzou She attended Rhode Island School of Design and then completed both her BA and MA at Central Saint Martins. She has previously worked for Sophia Kokosalaki and freelanced for Bill Blass, amongst other designers.
Good Luck Mary!