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
Tbilisi, Georgia
NationalityGeorgian
EducationCentral Saint Martins
Label(s)
David Koma

David Koma
IndustryFashion
Headquarters
London
,
United Kingdom
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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