John Galliano launched his first collection in 1984 having graduated with an honours degree from St Martins College of Art and Design
Throughout his career Galliano has looked to the work of great couturiers to resurrect long forgotten manufacturing techniques
In particular, he has become the unequalled master of the bias cut
One of the most innovative fashion designers working today, he continues to produce theatrical, historically influenced designs with a contemporary edge
Today he is also the genial designer of Christian Dior s collections
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