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Designer Louise Gray championing U.S. Cotton at London Fashion Week
Continuing its commitment to the fashion leaders of tomorrow,
COTTON USA has revealed that it is to sponsor young Scottish designer Louise Gray at London Fashion Week. An ambassador of U.S. cotton, Louise will unveil her latest collection at London Fashion Week, 17th – 21st February 2012.
The COTTON USA sponsorship programme, entering its eighth year, is much sought after by aspiring designers. It offers a valuable boost to those looking for ways to grow and improve their work. This marks Louise's fourth season as the COTTON USA sponsored designer, making Louise the longest running recipient of the accolade. Previous winners include: Richard Nicholl, Meadham Kirchhoff, Nathan Jenden, Sinha-Stanic, PPQ, Preen, Gardem Paris and Deryck Walker.
A rising star in the fashion industry, Louise has quickly established a name for herself, being hailed as the one to watch by British Vogue. The Scottish born designer studied at The Glasgow School of Art and went on to graduate with an MA from Central Saint Martins College in London.
Celebrating Louise's seventh season at London Fashion Week, her Autumn/Winter 2012 collection is inspired by the artists Jim Dine and Sarah Lucas, as well as American rock band, Blondie. With a simplified look at patterns than previous seasons, the latest collection incorporates U.S. cotton into graphic shirts that are set to be key pieces in the Autumn/Winter 2012 look.
Louise's design signatures include bright hued garments, with experimental tactile texture all characterised by a sense of clever wit. Employing a wide range of materials, including fabric made with extra-long U.S. cotton Supima® yarn, nothing is quite what it seems. Contrast is key and Louise reworks traditional stitches and embroidery techniques in refreshingly modern designs.
Stephanie Thiers-Ratcliffe, International Marketing Manager of
COTTON USA commented: "At COTTON USA we understand how important it is to nurture young talent in the fashion industry. Louise is a great advocate for using high quality fabrics in her collections and we're delighted to be working with her again."
"Sponsorship when you are emerging onto the fashion scene is vital for new designers. Working with COTTON USA for the fourth time has provided me with a fantastic platform to showcase my collection at LFW and also incorporate U.S. cotton as an integral part of my new range," said Louise Gray when asked about being selected for the
COTTON USA sponsorship programme once again. She continued: "I love U.S. cotton, I find it so easy to work with because it's so versatile and there is so much you can do with it!"
Louise will show her Autumn/Winter 2012 collection at 18:00 on Sunday 19th February at Topshop Venue, East London.
