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LouieInternational Hat Designer of the Year Finalist 2007
September 10th 2007 16:06
He may not have won the International Hat Designer of the Year 2007 competition but this is one Finalist whose pure talent already rates number 1 in his own country.
Steve Harrison is a Brisbane based milliner who only began his craft last year. He was announced a top finalist in the International Hat Designer of the Year 2007 - a prestigous international competition being held in the world's fashion capital of Paris. 47 year old, Steve Harrison has been recognised for his three extraordinary millinery entries all aptly entitled, Fashion Burqa, Question Mark Cocktail Hat and Japan - Then and Now. These creations have been showcased in an installation at the world's most exclusive accesories trade show - Premiere in Paris. An event that attracts more than 45,000 visitors from all over the world.
Steve had not even picked up a needle until he had started TAFE last year, but he attributes his millinery success to the brilliance and mentoring of his tutor, Robyn Smallhorn, his diverse academic and work background and his unique design approach. Steve has a diverse academic education in science, sales management, industrial/graphic design, psychology and sculpture.
He likens his design approach to that of an artistan, taking a "design brief" for each of his "wearable scuptures" and sourcing all of his materials and inspiration throughout his travels. Highly visual Steve is never far from his sketchbook or his camera. He lucid dreams and thinks in 3D to create his "wearable sculptures".
"I prefer to liken myself to an a corden bleu chef. I collect the bespoke ingredients to make the women who wear my art feel the way that they desire," he states.
But his creations are not made for even a 'a la carte' menu. "I will never cook the same dish twice," he says. "Once it has revealed itself, I don't want to do it again."
It appears that Steve is also ethically motivated, with his creations often motivated by the challenge to create pieces that encourage discussion, and ultimately break down barriers. He also boasts an ethical charging model - one rate for all customers regardless of bank balance. A marketing approach almost lost in the world of haute couture.
Steve has ambitious plans for his millinery career having already trained with many of the world's most renown artisans including Peter Jaegar, Jan Wutkowski, Neil Grigg and Eia Radosavljevic. It appears that this competition could just be his big break. He has his sights set on following the world's Group 1 Racing Calendar with his fast growing A List clientele.
"My partner is crazy about horse-racing and I am passionate about fashion. If I could do it all over again, I would have done it sooner," he says.
The Paris exposition has been voted such a success that the installation has already been invited to showcase in Asia. Steve Harrison returns to Australia next week to cater for his frantic Melbourne Cup clients.
Steve Harrison is a Brisbane based milliner who only began his craft last year. He was announced a top finalist in the International Hat Designer of the Year 2007 - a prestigous international competition being held in the world's fashion capital of Paris. 47 year old, Steve Harrison has been recognised for his three extraordinary millinery entries all aptly entitled, Fashion Burqa, Question Mark Cocktail Hat and Japan - Then and Now. These creations have been showcased in an installation at the world's most exclusive accesories trade show - Premiere in Paris. An event that attracts more than 45,000 visitors from all over the world.
Steve had not even picked up a needle until he had started TAFE last year, but he attributes his millinery success to the brilliance and mentoring of his tutor, Robyn Smallhorn, his diverse academic and work background and his unique design approach. Steve has a diverse academic education in science, sales management, industrial/graphic design, psychology and sculpture.
He likens his design approach to that of an artistan, taking a "design brief" for each of his "wearable scuptures" and sourcing all of his materials and inspiration throughout his travels. Highly visual Steve is never far from his sketchbook or his camera. He lucid dreams and thinks in 3D to create his "wearable sculptures".
"I prefer to liken myself to an a corden bleu chef. I collect the bespoke ingredients to make the women who wear my art feel the way that they desire," he states.
But his creations are not made for even a 'a la carte' menu. "I will never cook the same dish twice," he says. "Once it has revealed itself, I don't want to do it again."
It appears that Steve is also ethically motivated, with his creations often motivated by the challenge to create pieces that encourage discussion, and ultimately break down barriers. He also boasts an ethical charging model - one rate for all customers regardless of bank balance. A marketing approach almost lost in the world of haute couture.
Steve has ambitious plans for his millinery career having already trained with many of the world's most renown artisans including Peter Jaegar, Jan Wutkowski, Neil Grigg and Eia Radosavljevic. It appears that this competition could just be his big break. He has his sights set on following the world's Group 1 Racing Calendar with his fast growing A List clientele.
"My partner is crazy about horse-racing and I am passionate about fashion. If I could do it all over again, I would have done it sooner," he says.
The Paris exposition has been voted such a success that the installation has already been invited to showcase in Asia. Steve Harrison returns to Australia next week to cater for his frantic Melbourne Cup clients.
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