The highly anticipated Fashion Awards 2019 is set to be a night to remember, with the introduction of a brand new category: the Designers’ Designer Award. This prestigious accolade will be presented to a British designer business that has left a lasting global impact through their innovative product design, captivating campaigns, and successful collaborations. The nominees for this esteemed award include industry veterans such as Christopher Kane, Jonathan Anderson, Margaret Howell, Roksanda Ilinčić, and Simone Rocha. The winner of the Designers’ Designer Award will be revealed at a star-studded ceremony on December 2nd, held in the iconic Royal Albert Hall.
This new addition to the Fashion Awards lineup comes as part of the British Fashion Council’s strategic shift towards a subscription model, accompanied by the launch of a comprehensive membership program. Created to support fashion designers at every stage of their careers, this initiative provides members with exclusive access to a robust network of industry professionals, along with invaluable insights into various aspects of the fashion world. Leading the nominations this year is Scottish designer Jonathan Anderson, who has garnered four nods across different categories. Apart from vying for the Designers’ Designer Award, Anderson is also in contention for Accessories Designer of the Year, British Designer of the Year Womenswear, and the prestigious Designer of the Year title. The luxury brand Loewe, under his leadership, is a strong contender for the revered Brand of the Year award as well.
In the women’s wear category, Simone Rocha stands out as a fierce competitor against Jonathan Anderson. With so much talent and creativity on display, the Fashion Awards are sure to showcase the best of British fashion excellence. All winners will be announced at the upcoming ceremony, which not only celebrates the achievements of the industry’s elite but also serves as the primary fundraising event for the charitable initiatives and talent support programs of the British Fashion Council. This year, the organization has received an impressive £1.3 million in donations, underlining the pivotal role of the Fashion Awards in nurturing and empowering emerging design talent within the fashion landscape.
To learn more about the Fashion Awards 2019 and the British Fashion Council, visit the official website here. For updates on the event and to explore previous winners and nominees, check out the dedicated Fashion Awards page here.
