Martin Margiela
New ZealanddesignerMaleb. 19578.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Martin Margiela is a Belgian fashion designer renowned for his avant-garde approach to fashion and his eponymous label, Maison Margiela. Founded in 1988, the brand is celebrated for its deconstructed designs and innovative use of materials, which challenge traditional notions of fashion. Margiela's work often blurs the lines between art and fashion, emphasizing the conceptual aspects of clothing. He is known for maintaining a mysterious public persona, rarely appearing in the media or showing his face during runway presentations. His influence on contemporary fashion is profound, inspiring many designers to explore unconventional aesthetics and craftsmanship. After a period of relative obscurity, Maison Margiela has been revitalized by new creative directors, and the brand continues to be a critical player in the haute couture scene.
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Martin Margiela introduced the split-toe Tabi at his first Maison Margiela runway show in 1988.
Why ridiculous shoes are suddenly everywhereNew Zealand· 2026-06-23
Martin Margiela is recognized for his influence on the minimalist suit trend in the 1990s.
How To Wear A Suit In 2025: Expert Tips For Modern TailoringNew Zealand· 2025-11-25
Martin Margiela is the founder of the brand known for its rebellious spirit.
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Hong Kong· 2025-08-13
Martin Margiela is a designer for whom Jane Birkin walked the runway for his ready-to-wear collections for Hermès.
Birkin: The bag, the woman, the mythNew Zealand· 2025-07-26
Martin Margiela's legacy influences the designs of Glenn Martens.
Haute-Couture-Woche in Paris - Stil
Germany· 2025-07-12
Martin Margiela is known for his unique approach to fashion, which Glenn Martens intends to revisit.
Haut-Couture-Woche in Paris - StilGermany· 2025-07-11Martin Margiela is a Belgian designer whose clothing is included in the offerings of the Cabinet Vintage Studio.
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Switzerland· 2025-06-06
Martin Margiela is noted as an influential fashion designer.
Mode et philosophie ouvrent un nouveau chapitre : « En 2025, si tu ne connais rien à Worth, Poiret, Saint Laurent, Alaïa ou Margiela, c’est OK. Tu peux même t’en vanter »
France· 2025-05-30
Martin Margiela is known for his anonymity and innovative designs in the fashion industry.
"האמריקנים גאים להראות את החיים הפרטיים שלהם, הם אומרים: 'כן, אני מצליח'"
Israel· 2025-05-22
Martin Margiela wove hair into his fashion starting from the 1990s.
Woher kommt diese Faszination der Designer?Switzerland· 2025-04-01
Martin Margiela created the Tabi shoes, which resemble the hooves of bovids.
Les tabis, à pieds d’œuvreFrance· 2025-03-29
Martin Margiela is recognized for his anti-luxury approach in fashion during the 1980s.
Najjači utisci sa Prada revije u Milanu
Serbia· 2025-03-01
Maison Margiela, the house founded by the avant garde designer Martin Margiela, will give Martens scope to elevate his iconoclastic fashion ideas to the highest level.
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United Kingdom· 2025-02-27