Rupert Sanderson
Rupert Sanderson (born in 1966) is a British shoe designer.
Early life and education[edit]
Sanderson was born in Penang, Malaysia. His father was a British Army Officer and the family moved frequently.[1] Sanderson attended King's Ely and later graduated from Royal Holloway and Bedford New College, London University.[2] He spent 12 years in advertising before enrolling in the shoe-making course at Cordwainers College in East London.
Career[edit]
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Sanderson moved to Italy after graduation and worked first for Sergio Rossi and later Bruno Magli.
In 2001, he moved back to London and launched his label, starting with a collection of 15 shoes.[3] In 2006, Sanderson bought a controlling interest in the shoe factory that produced his first collection, located on the outskirts of Bologna, Italy.[4]
In 2008, he established Fashion Fringe Shoes [5] with Colin McDowell's Fashion Fringe organization. That same year, he designed shoes for Peter Handke’s The Hour We Knew Nothing of Each Other at the National Theatre. In 2010, he designed shoes for The Royal Opera's Aida for a cast of over 200 people.[6]
In 2015, he designed a limited-edition charitable collection for the Minions film franchise, worn by Sandra Bullock at the movie's premiere.[7]
Sanderson has collaborated with designers Karl Lagerfeld, Antonio Berardi, Louise Goldin, Shrimps, and Huishan Zhang. [8]
Personal life[edit]
Sanderson is married to publishing professional Rowan Routh. They have three children together. He lives in Tufnell Park in north London.[9]
Achievements and awards[edit]
- 2008: British Fashion Council[10] Accessory Designer of the Year[11]
- 2009: Elle Style Awards Accessory Designer of the Year
Collaborations[edit]
- 2008 – Louise Goldin (SS09)
- 2009 – Karl Lagerfeld (AW09)
- 2010 – Karl Lagerfeld (SS10 and AW10)
- 2010 – The Royal Opera's Aida - Giuseppe Verdi
References[edit]
- ^ "Rupert Sanderson | Fashion Designer Biography". FAMOUS FASHION DESIGNERS. Retrieved 2023-04-15.
- ^ "Outstanding art students from Kings Ely showcase their work in a city shop". Ely Standard. 2 October 2012. Retrieved 2023-01-15.
- ^ "Story". Rupert Sanderson. Retrieved 2023-04-15.
- ^ Move over, Manolo. Stella Magazine . Retrieved on 2009-03-23.
- ^ "Fashion Fringe". fashionfringe.co.uk. Archived from the original on 2009-07-27. Retrieved 2021-05-18.
- ^ "Rupert Sanderson | Fashion Designer Biography". FAMOUS FASHION DESIGNERS. Retrieved 2023-04-15.
- ^ updated, Ellie Stathaki last (2018-08-13). "Architect David Kohn adds colourful extension to shoe designer Rupert Sanderson's London home". wallpaper.com. Retrieved 2023-04-15.
- ^ "Story". Rupert Sanderson. Retrieved 2023-04-15.
- ^ updated, Ellie Stathaki last (2018-08-13). "Architect David Kohn adds colourful extension to shoe designer Rupert Sanderson's London home". wallpaper.com. Retrieved 2023-04-15.
- ^ "British Fashion Council - Home". britishfashioncouncil.co.uk. Retrieved 2021-05-17.
- ^ "British Fashion Awards". britishfashionawards.com. Archived from the original on 14 July 2014. Retrieved 6 June 2015.