Paul Andrew (designer)
Paul Andrew is an English fashion designer. He launched his eponymous women's footwear line in September 2012.[1] He is creative director of Italian shoe brand Sergio Rossi and, previously, at Salvatore Ferragamo.
Career
[edit]In his early career, Andrew worked with designers such as Narciso Rodriguez,[2] Calvin Klein,[3] and Alexander McQueen.[4] He then spent 10 years working for Donna Karan.[5]
In 2012, Andrew launched his eponymous women's shoe brand.[6] In 2016, he was named the director of women's footwear design at Salvatore Ferragamo.[7] In 2019, he became the company's creative director.[8] In 2021, Andrew left Ferragamo,[9] and in 2022, he relaunched his own footwear line.[10]
In July 2024, Andrew joined Sergio Rossi as its creative director.[11]
Notable awards
[edit]| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | The 11th annual Council of Fashion Designers of America/Vogue Fashion Fund[12] | Andrew was the first British footwear designer to win.[13][14] |
| 2016 | The Council of Fashion Designers of America Swarovski Award for Accessory Design[15] | |
| 2016 | ACE Award for Brand Launch of the Year[16] | |
| 2016 | Designer of the Year, The Footwear News Achievement Awards[17] |
References
[edit]- ^ Rachel Strugatz (12 September 2012). "Paul Andrew Flies Solo". Women's Wear Daily. Retrieved 16 June 2015.
- ^ Shah, Nausheen (4 September 2014). "Celebs are head over heels for Paul Andrew's stunning shoes". New York Post. Retrieved 2 February 2023.
- ^ Anniss, Elisa (14 November 2014). "Award-winning shoe designer Paul Andrew". Financial Times. Retrieved 2 February 2023.
- ^ Borrelli-Persson, Laird (8 April 2021). "Paul Andrew Makes His Exit Amid Changes at Salvatore Ferragamo". Vogue. Retrieved 2 February 2023.
- ^ Abel, Katie (4 November 2014). "Paul Andrew's Defining Moments". Footwear News. Retrieved 2 February 2023.
- ^ Strugatz, Rachel (12 September 2012). "Paul Andrew Flies Solo". Women's Wear Daily. Retrieved 2 February 2023.
- ^ Yotka, Steff (8 September 2016). "Paul Andrew Named Women's Footwear Design Director at Salvatore Ferragamo". Vogue. Retrieved 2 February 2023.
- ^ Talbot, Lindsay (20 September 2019). "For Salvatore Ferragamo's Paul Andrew, Shoes (Still) Come First". The New York Times. Retrieved 2 February 2023.
- ^ Cristoferi, Claudia (8 April 2021). "'With heavy heart', fashion designer Paul Andrew leaves Ferragamo". Reuters. Retrieved 2 February 2023.
- ^ Sherman, Lauren (7 February 2022). "Paul Andrew Relaunches Namesake Brand". Business of Fashion. Retrieved 2 February 2023.
- ^ Williams, Robert (24 July 2024). "Sergio Rossi Taps Paul Andrew as Creative Director". The Business of Fashion. Retrieved 28 July 2024.
- ^ Koblin, John (5 November 2014). "CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Picks Paul Andrew as Winner". The New York Times. Retrieved 24 January 2023.
- ^ Travers, Alex (5 December 2014). "WITH PRIZE MONEY FROM THE CFDA, SHOE DESIGNER PAUL ANDREW EYES EXPANSION". Fashionista. Retrieved 24 January 2023.
- ^ Leitch, Luke (25 February 2022). "Paul Andrew Reveals His Comeback Collection". Vogue. Retrieved 24 January 2023.
- ^ Friedmann, Vanessa (7 June 2016). "At CFDAs, a Night of No Surprises, Until Beyoncé Showed Up". The New York Times. Retrieved 7 June 2016.
- ^ Johns, Nikara (3 August 2016). "Sarah Jessica Parker & Paul Andrew Win Big At 2016 ACE Awards". Footwear News. Retrieved 24 January 2023.
- ^ Allaire, Christian (29 November 2016). "How Paul Andrew Grew His Empire in Only Four Years". Footwear News. Retrieved 24 January 2023.