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Meet history-making haute couturier Robert Wun: he just became the first Hong Kong designer at Paris Haute Couture Week, was mentored by Chanel’s fashion president, and counts Lady Gaga as a fan
STORYSumnima Kandangwa
- Robert Wun made history as the first Hong Kong designer to debut at Paris Haute Couture Week on January 26, where he closed the show with an array of eclectic, sculptural designs
- Under the guidance of Chanel’s Bruno Pavlovsky, Wun had applied for the Haute Couture Official Calendar and his application received unanimous approval from giants like Louis Vuitton and Givenchy
On January 26, Robert Wun became the first Hong Kong designer to showcase his work at Paris Haute Couture Week.
Born in Hong Kong and based in London, the stylist launched his eponymous label in 2014, and has since dressed several A-list celebrities including Cardi B and Blackpink’s Lisa for their music videos “Money” and “Lalisa”.
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More recently, Florence Pugh’s red-bride ensemble at the Critics’ Circle Film Awards and Lizzo’s golden gown at the Brits created a buzz among fans. So, here’s what we know about the Hong Kong maestro whose designs are taking over Hollywood:
He studied fashion in London
Wun studied womenswear and earned his degree from one of the industry’s most well-known institutes, the London College of Fashion.
In 2014, within two years of graduating, the designer launched his eponymous label with the help of an anonymous investor, according to the Financial Times. Now, the company belongs solely to Wun and his sister who helped buy out the investor, per the same source.
