Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Andre Kim is a Korean fashion designer based in Seoul, South Korea. He is known predominantly for his evening and wedding gown collections.The designs of André Kim are said to "combine classical designs with futuristic elements", often resulting in distinctive designs with bold, rich colors and motifs of Asiatic patterns, often of large roses, birds, or tree branches. For his fashion shows, Kim favors white-toned settings to bring out the unusual colours of his designs.
His designs are held in high regard by Korean celebrities, and many of these celebrities model in his fashion shows. His wedding dress fashion shows are particularly renowned for showcasing famous celebrities. Kim’s fame also extends beyond Korea’s borders, Michael Jackson once asking him to be his personal designer. However, Kim declined stating his clothes were for everyone.
Honors
* Chief designer of the 1981 Miss Universe beauty pageant
* Italy's Cultural Merit Award, 1982
* Presidential Culture & Art Medal, 1997
* MBC Honorary Award, 2000
* UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, 2003
* Honorable Ambassador at GwanGju, 2004
* Plaque of Appreciation from the Honolulu, Hawaii's Gov. Linda Lingle, 2006
* Official fashion designer of Manhunt International, 2007
His designs are held in high regard by Korean celebrities, and many of these celebrities model in his fashion shows. His wedding dress fashion shows are particularly renowned for showcasing famous celebrities. Kim’s fame also extends beyond Korea’s borders, Michael Jackson once asking him to be his personal designer. However, Kim declined stating his clothes were for everyone.
Honors
* Chief designer of the 1981 Miss Universe beauty pageant
* Italy's Cultural Merit Award, 1982
* Presidential Culture & Art Medal, 1997
* MBC Honorary Award, 2000
* UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, 2003
* Honorable Ambassador at GwanGju, 2004
* Plaque of Appreciation from the Honolulu, Hawaii's Gov. Linda Lingle, 2006
* Official fashion designer of Manhunt International, 2007
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