David Koma

David Komakhidze (Georgian: დავით კომახიძე) known as David Koma (stylized as DΛVID KOMΛ) is a Georgian fashion designer based in London, UK.

David Koma
დავით კომა
Born
NationalityGeorgian
EducationCentral Saint Martins
Label(s)
David Koma

David Koma
IndustryFashion
Headquarters,
ProductsClothing
Websitedavidkoma.com

David Koma brand has become synonymous with the ultra body contouring silhouette, creating sculptural statement dresses inspired by the feminine form.[1] Internationally acclaimed celebrities, including Beyonce,[2] Jennifer Lopez,[3] Cara Delevingne,[4] Kendall Jenner[5] and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley[6] often turn to the designer for red carpet looks.

Personal life

David was born in Tbilisi, Georgia.[7] Koma has a younger brother and sister. His parents live in Saint Petersburg, Russia.

Education

David Koma discovered his penchant for drawing and dress design at the young age of eight.[8] To pursue his interests, David studied Fine Art in Saint Petersburg, taking part in design competitions from age 13 and showing his first collection at the age of 15.[9]

In 2003 David moved to London to take up a place at the prestigious Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design.[9] After completing his BA in Fashion Design, David graduated with a distinction in MA Fashion in April 2009 under the mentorship of Professor Louise Wilson, OBE,[10] winning Harrods Design Award at the Graduate Fashion Week.[11]

Career

Scarlett Johansson wears David Koma Jumpsuit at 2019 San Diego Comic Con.

Straight after graduation David Koma launched his eponymous ready-to-wear brand and has been a participant of London Fashion Week ever since.[12] Over the years, the brand has received numerous prizes including Vauxhall Fashion Scout in 2009,[13] NEWGEN sponsorship in 2010[14] and Fashion Forward in 2013.[15] In 2018 and 2019, David Koma was shortlisted for the British Fashion Council / Vogue Fashion Fund.[16][17]

From December 2013 until December 2017 David held the position of creative director at Mugler.[18] [19]

See also

References

  1. "London Fashion Week - DAVID KOMA". londonfashionweek.co.uk. Retrieved 9 January 2020.
  2. "Designer David Koma on Dressing Beyoncé & His Plans for Mugler: Exclusive". Billboard. Retrieved 9 January 2020.
  3. Fern, Celia; ez (2 January 2020). "If *That* Hustlers Scene Wasn't Enough, More of J.Lo's Jaw-Dropping Looks Ahead". Oprah Magazine. Retrieved 9 January 2020.
  4. Gonzales, Erica (26 August 2019). "Cara Delevingne Shines on the Red Carpet in a Sequined Naked Dress". Harper's BAZAAR. Retrieved 9 January 2020.
  5. "Kendall Jenner Just Might Wear A Naked Dress Better Than Carrie Bradshaw". British Vogue. Retrieved 9 January 2020.
  6. Sanchez, Chelsey (30 October 2019). "Rosie Hungtinton-Whiteley Evokes Old Hollywood Glamour in a Cut-Out Dress". Harper's BAZAAR. Retrieved 9 January 2020.
  7. Socha, Miles (12 December 2013). "Thierry Mugler Names David Koma Artistic Director". WWD. Retrieved 13 December 2013.
  8. "Child Star: David Koma". Interview Magazine. 19 September 2011. Retrieved 9 January 2020.
  9. swarovskigroup.com, Swarovski Group-. "David Koma - Swarovski Group". www.swarovskigroup.com. Retrieved 9 January 2020.
  10. Dazed (12 January 2010). "Watching David Koma". Dazed. Retrieved 9 January 2020.
  11. Alexander, Hilary (21 February 2009). "David Koma, MA Graduate of Central Saint Martins receives award". ISSN 0307-1235. Retrieved 9 January 2020.
  12. "London Fashion Week - DAVID KOMA". londonfashionweek.co.uk. Retrieved 9 January 2020.
  13. "Talent Scout Winner". British Vogue. Retrieved 9 January 2020.
  14. Uk, Elle (14 December 2010). "NEWGEN winners announced, with Holly Fulton and David Koma winning catwalk support". ELLE. Retrieved 9 January 2020.
  15. "London Fashion Week - Fashion Forward 2013". londonfashionweek.co.uk. Retrieved 9 January 2020.
  16. "British Fashion Council". www.britishfashioncouncil.co.uk. Retrieved 9 January 2020.
  17. "Meet The BFC/Vogue Designer Fashion Fund 2019 Finalists". British Vogue. Retrieved 9 January 2020.
  18. Yotka, Steff. "Meet Mugler's New Creative Director, Casey Cadwallader". Vogue. Retrieved 9 January 2020.
  19. "David Koma appointed creative director at Thierry Mugler - Telegraph". fashion.telegraph.co.uk. Retrieved 9 January 2020.
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