Jasper Conran
Jasper Conran is an English fashion designer who studied design in New York and whose first fashion collection was for Henri Bendel New York. His first collection under his own name was launched in 1978, and in 1979 he was part of the London Designer collections. Conran was one of the first designers to take part in London Fashion Week.
Conran is known for creating classic designs that are essentially English. He was the chosen designer in 1994 for Lady Sarah Chatto’s wedding dress. He later launched an haute couture bridal collection. His designs have also been worn by several other celebrities.
He was one of the first of the top designers to make his designs available on the high street. In collaboration with the Debenhams department store, the ‘J’ women’s wear range was launched in 1996. The collection now includes menswear, accessories, lingerie and home furnishings.
The designer’s website displays images and videos of the latest fashion collections, which he says are inspired by ‘shape, structure and texture’. The latest catwalk show for London Fashion Week can also be viewed online.
The designer has also worked on designs for Waterford Crystal and Wedgwood China. He is among a growing number of fashion designers who are branching out into other areas. He has also been the designer of costumes for several stage shows including ballets and operas.
Jasper Conran has been awarded the OBE for his contribution to the fashion industry, and his designs have won many awards over the years.
