Michael van der Ham

Designer name: Michael van der Ham

Origin: The Netherlands

Career highlight: “Vogue photographing me at my studio.”

Design background: Michael graduated from the MA fashion course at Central Saint Martins. He has worked at Sophia Kokosalaki and Alexander McQueen.”

What is your signature style? “I like to mismatch different references in each item of clothing. My autumn/winter 2009 collection is a juxtaposition of elements from different decades in fashion. I made each dress like a 3D collage of clashing colours, textures, weights of fabric and cut.”

How would you describe the Michael van der Ham woman? “Someone who's not afraid to wear something a little more bold.”

Where in London do you find most inspiring? “At the moment, my new studio.”

What sums up quintessential London for you? “Maison Bertaux in Soho. I know it's more French than English but it's still really London.”