Born in Poland, Aleks Kurkowski immigrated with her family to West Germany at the age of 8. First, it was her plan to study architecture or mathematics. Tempted by a documentary about design, she decided to go into fashion. The…
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Anja Gockel – Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Berlin Autumn/Winter 2015/16
Anja Gockel is one of the most successful fashion designers Made in Germany. After her studies in Hamburg she received a scholarship for the reputable Central Saint Martins College in London and worked with legendary Vivienne Westwood afterwards. She created…
Kilian Kerner – Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Berlin Autumn/Winter 2015/16
Kilian Kerner was born and raised in Cologne. From 2000 until 2003 he took drama courses in Cologne and Berlin, before he finally launched his label KILIAN KERNER in 2004. His collections arise and work with feelings. His designs are…
Augustin Teboul – Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Berlin Autumn/Winter 2015/16
From the combination of the craftsmanship loving French Ode?ly Teboul and construction affine German Annelie Augustin sprung the label AUGUSTIN TEBOUL in 2010 – a label on the edge between ready-to-wear and haute couture. As if the subversive claim „paint…
Laurel – Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Berlin Autumn/Winter 2015/16
The brand LAURÈL was founded in Munich in 1978. Elisabeth Schwaiger has been creating its distinctive look as Head of Design since 1995. “LAURÈL stands for femininity, color and luxury ease.” Elisabeth Schwaiger, Head of Design. The LAURÈL style is…
Pearly Wong – Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Berlin Autumn/Winter 2015/16
PEARLY WONG is an independent designer label in which the brand DNA focuses on a monochrome palate and multi-functional garments whilst integrating unique materials and textures into the designs. The eponymous label is founded by Pearly, who studied at FIT…
Sopopular – Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Berlin Autumn/Winter 2015/16
The Berlin menswear label SOPOPULAR was established in 2008. Founder Daniel Blechman is not only the designer of the brand, but also creative director. With its menswear collection SOPOPULAR pursues a seasonal and yet timeless basic line for men. Precise…