Florian Jayet as a designer came to fruition after an
unexpected start pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, however an
interest sparked by his familial ties to fashion led the French-born designer down
a different route altogether.
Inspired by his tailoress Grandmother, at age twenty-two,
Jayet took to the arts- choosing to study History of Art (BA) at Paris’ first
school of fashion, ESMOD. Since graduating, the young designer came to London,
where he refined his craft in the studios of Alexander McQueen and Eymeric
François.
Using his practical skill and biologist background as a foundation, Jayet explores nature as an avenue for inspiration; with recent
collections being bold, fitted and highly structured, alike the exoskeletons of
insects.
Using his cultured upbringing as an influence in his work,
Florian often finds inspiration from world cultures and civilisations for his
collections. The self-described surrealist focuses primarily on structure and the
use of unconventional materials as a means of using clothing to serve as a
powerful projection of the “Modern Woman’s” societal role.
Join us at Freemasons
Hall on Saturday 18th at 12.30 to see Jayet’s Autumn/ Winter 12
presentation.
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