British Fashion Council announces SS16 Headonism designers
The British Fashion Council (BFC) has announced winners of Headonism 2015. This September, milliners new to the Headonism showcase are Sophie Beale and Harvy Santos who will join last year’s recipients Emma Yeo and Keely Hunter. BFC Headonism is curated by Stephen Jones OBE and celebrates and supports the UK’s emerging talents in millinery. Originally from Brighton, Emma Yeo describes her marks collection as ‘contemporary sculptural headwear, tailored by technology and craft’. Born in the Philippines, Harvy Santos describes his signatures as ‘fearless fashion with unique creations that are entirely handmade using traditional techniques’. Scottish milliner Keely Hunter’s collection is often described as ‘feminine, modern, intricately hand worked pieces that can be worn with ease’. British born milliner, Sophie Beale describes her creations as ‘vibrant and captivating head pieces with a graceful delicacy’. Headonism launched in 2009, by Mayor of London, Boris Johnson. The initiative offers mentoring by renowned milliner Stephen Jones OBE and showcasing opportunities with installations at London Fashion Week. Image: Emma Yeo, Keeley Hunter, Sophie Beale and Harvey Santos.
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