Tomasz Starzewski
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Tomasz Starzewski is a Polish British
fashion designer, the owner of a well known London
couture house
.
The son of Polish parents who had emigrated to London in 1946, Starzewski's mother and grandmother both worked in fashion. He attended Emanuel School
and St Martins College
and had an ambition to be a designer from an early age. He has said "I'm third generation".
He first hit the headlines when Victoria Lockwood wore a Starzewski dress for her marriage to Charles, Viscount Althorp
, brother of Diana, Princess of Wales
, in September 1989. He was also a designer for the Princess of Wales herself.
Starzewski is the principal of the Tomasz Starzewski.
Starzewski has stated his philosophy as "Glamour, elegance, good design, luxury and friendly service".
His models have included Lord Frederick Windsor
, the son of Prince Michael of Kent
, and he famously appeared on Da Ali G Show
.
{Tomasz Starzewski (born 1961) is a Polish British fashion designer, the owner of a well known London couture house.
The son of Polish parents who were given political asylum in 1947 and settled in London, Starzewski's mother and grandmother both worked in fashion. He attended Emanuel School and St Martins College and had an ambition to be a designer from an early age. He has said "I'm third generation".[1]
He first hit the headlines when Victoria Lockwood wore a Starzewski wedding dress for her marriage to Charles, Viscount Althorp, brother of Diana, Princess of Wales, in September 1989.[1] He was also one of the main designers for the late Princess of Wales[2]Other clients are past and present HRH Duchess of Cornwall, HRH Countess of Wessex, Sarah Duchess of York, HRH Queen Noor of Jorden, HRH Queeen Rania of Jorden, Baroness Thatcher and many other public figures.
Starzewski has stated his philosophy as "Glamour, elegance, good design, luxury and friendly service".[2]
Tomasz Starzewski fashion shop is located at 97 Pimlico Road, SW1W 8PH. Tel +44 207 730 5559. The store has a selection of ready to wear and couture clothes. All the clothes are made on the premises and a discreat service is offered.
In January 2011 Starzewski opened his first retail shop for Interior designers, the store houses a selection of fabrics with different embroidery designs which are customised for clients needs. A design service is provided. Many accessories for home are available and in addition artists such as Emma Sergeant and Fergus Greer are showcased. The address for this new Home Starzewski store 229 Ebury Street, SW1W 8UT. Tel +44 207 730 8886
Polish British
Polish migration to the United Kingdom describes the temporary or permanent migration of Poles to the United Kingdom . Most Polish migrants to the UK emigrated after two major events, the Polish Resettlement Act 1947 and the 2004 enlargement of the European Union...
fashion designer, the owner of a well known London
London
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couture house
Haute couture
Haute couture refers to the creation of exclusive custom-fitted clothing. Haute couture is made to order for a specific customer, and it is usually made from high-quality, expensive fabric and sewn with extreme attention to detail and finished by the most experienced and capable seamstresses,...
.
The son of Polish parents who had emigrated to London in 1946, Starzewski's mother and grandmother both worked in fashion. He attended Emanuel School
Emanuel School
Emanuel School is a co-educational independent school in Battersea, south-west London. The school was founded by Lady Dacre and Elizabeth I in 1594. Today it has some 710 pupils, aged between ten and eighteen.-History:...
and St Martins College
Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design
Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design is a constituent college of the University of the Arts London. The school has an outstanding international reputation, and is considered one of the world's leading art and design institutions...
and had an ambition to be a designer from an early age. He has said "I'm third generation".
He first hit the headlines when Victoria Lockwood wore a Starzewski dress for her marriage to Charles, Viscount Althorp
Charles Spencer, 9th Earl Spencer
Charles Edward Maurice Spencer, 9th Earl Spencer, DL , styled Viscount Althorp between 1975 and 1992, is a British peer and brother of Diana, Princess of Wales...
, brother of Diana, Princess of Wales
Diana, Princess of Wales
Diana, Princess of Wales was the first wife of Charles, Prince of Wales, whom she married on 29 July 1981, and an international charity and fundraising figure, as well as a preeminent celebrity of the late 20th century...
, in September 1989. He was also a designer for the Princess of Wales herself.
Starzewski is the principal of the Tomasz Starzewski.
Starzewski has stated his philosophy as "Glamour, elegance, good design, luxury and friendly service".
His models have included Lord Frederick Windsor
Lord Frederick Windsor
The Lord Frederick Windsor , popularly known as Lord Freddie, is a British financial analyst, and the only son of Prince and Princess Michael of Kent...
, the son of Prince Michael of Kent
Prince Michael of Kent
Prince Michael of Kent is a grandson of King George V and Queen Mary, making him a cousin of Queen Elizabeth II. He is also the first cousin once removed of Prince Phillip. Prince Michael occasionally carries out royal duties representing the Queen at some functions in Commonwealth realms outside...
, and he famously appeared on Da Ali G Show
Da Ali G Show
Da Ali G Show is the name of two related satirical TV series created by and starring British comedian Sacha Baron Cohen and featuring the character Ali G....
.
{Tomasz Starzewski (born 1961) is a Polish British fashion designer, the owner of a well known London couture house.
The son of Polish parents who were given political asylum in 1947 and settled in London, Starzewski's mother and grandmother both worked in fashion. He attended Emanuel School and St Martins College and had an ambition to be a designer from an early age. He has said "I'm third generation".[1]
He first hit the headlines when Victoria Lockwood wore a Starzewski wedding dress for her marriage to Charles, Viscount Althorp, brother of Diana, Princess of Wales, in September 1989.[1] He was also one of the main designers for the late Princess of Wales[2]Other clients are past and present HRH Duchess of Cornwall, HRH Countess of Wessex, Sarah Duchess of York, HRH Queen Noor of Jorden, HRH Queeen Rania of Jorden, Baroness Thatcher and many other public figures.
Starzewski has stated his philosophy as "Glamour, elegance, good design, luxury and friendly service".[2]
Tomasz Starzewski fashion shop is located at 97 Pimlico Road, SW1W 8PH. Tel +44 207 730 5559. The store has a selection of ready to wear and couture clothes. All the clothes are made on the premises and a discreat service is offered.
In January 2011 Starzewski opened his first retail shop for Interior designers, the store houses a selection of fabrics with different embroidery designs which are customised for clients needs. A design service is provided. Many accessories for home are available and in addition artists such as Emma Sergeant and Fergus Greer are showcased. The address for this new Home Starzewski store 229 Ebury Street, SW1W 8UT. Tel +44 207 730 8886
External links
- Starzewski.com - official web site
- Tomasz Starzewski at londononline.co.uk