Fyodor Golan

DESIGNER NAMES: Fyodor Podgorny and Golan Frydman

BACKGROUND: Fyodor is from Latvia. Golan is Israeli with German and Moroccan roots. Golan studied at the Istituto Marangoni in London while Fyodor studied at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Antwerp, before moving to London where they both met. Their previous experience includes work with Richard Nicoll, Alexander McQueen, Raf Simons and Issey Miyake. They launched their brand in 2010.

SIGNATURES: “A purity of shape and form combined with integrity of texture and detail.”

TRADEMARK PIECE: “Acute attention to shape with bespoke fabrications to create a dramatic cocktail silhouette.”

IDEAL CLIENT: “She is unafraid of showing both her sensitive and strong sides.”

THE COLLECTION: “Belle De Jour.”

CULTURAL INFLUENCES: “Music and art are a part of the process when we design. We both came from fine arts backgrounds, which provide a constant source of inspiration for our construction silhouette, hand-drawn prints and embroideries. Music makes fashion alive.”

PLANS FOR 2013: “Have a long, relaxing holiday somewhere hot and exotic.”