Costume & Make-Up
John Galliano
John Galliano is a renowned British fashion designer celebrated for his unique blend of romantic historical influences and innovative design techniques. Born in Gibraltar in 1960, Galliano first captured the fashion world’s attention with his graduate collection 'Les Incroyables' in 1984 at Central St. Martin's College of Art and Design. This collection showcased his distinctive ability to draw inspiration from the past while embracing modernity, earning him a significant endorsement when Joan Burstein of Browns boutique purchased the entire collection for display.
In the same year, he launched his own label and debuted the highly successful 'Ludic Games' collection, consistently garnering critical accolades throughout the 1980s and 1990s, particularly from influential fashion editor Anna Wintour. Galliano was honored with the British Fashion Council's Designer of the Year award multiple times, specifically in 1987, 1994, and 1997.
His financial struggles were alleviated in 1995 when he was appointed head designer at Givenchy, marking the first time a British designer held this role. His appointment at Christian Dior in 1996 further solidified his status in the fashion industry, as he revitalized the iconic brand until his departure in 2011.
In 2014, Galliano made a triumphant return to fashion as artistic director of Maison Margiela, later renamed Maison Margiela. His debut collection for the Artisanal haute couture line in 2015 received widespread acclaim, showcasing his innovative approach to gender fluidity and rebellion while honoring the brand's legacy.
