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Ben de Lisi

Ben de Lisi
Born
NationalityAmerican
EducationPratt Institute of Art

Ben de Lisi is an American born fashion designer based in London. He is best known for his work as on the television series, Project Catwalk and his collections with Debenhams.

Early life

Ben de Lisi was born in New York.[2] de Lisi studied sculpture and painting at the Pratt Institute of Art in Brooklyn, he then painted fabric for a young American designer and learned how to sew, design and create clothes.[3] de Lisi moved to London in 1982.[3]

Career

de Lisi has designed for many celebrities including actress Kate Winslet, who wore a red dress created by de Lisi to the 2002 Academy Awards.

de Lisi acted as a mentor to designers for three seasons of the Sky television series Project Catwalk.

In May 2009, de Lisi announced that was to close his womenswear label and his London store, but would continue his Designers at Debenhams high street collection.[4]

In February 2010 it was announced that Debenhams had signed up de Lisi to relaunch Principles, 126 Principles by Ben de Lisi stores will open in Debenhams department stores.[5]

Personal life

de Lisi lives in a two-storey cottage in Battersea. He owns three French bulldogs; Luca, Noah and Téa.[6]

External links

Official website

Giles Deacon

Things that could be beneficial to the article:

  • In a 2008 interview, Deacon mentions that his company has "doubled the turnover every year".
  • He made his sister's wedding dress, which was a 'disaster'.
  • He hobbies are swimming, hiking and gardening.
  • His father worked in agricultural sales and his mother was a housewife.
  • He took up horse riding at 9, but had to give up at 15 because it became too expensive.

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Brotherhood
Married

References

  1. ^ "Robin Williams Guests on Law & Order: SVU". Just Jared. March 31, 2008. Retrieved August 16, 2014.
  2. ^ Yoga, S.S (30 November 2006). "Ben de Lisi finding his niche". The Star. Retrieved 10 February 2010.
  3. ^ a b Marsh, Sarah (11 February 2008). "Fashion moment with designer Ben de Lisi". Reuters India. Retrieved 10 February 2010.
  4. ^ "Ben De Lisi closes designer label". RTE Fashion. 12 May 2009. Retrieved 10 February 2010.
  5. ^ Fletcher, Richard (9 February 2010). "Debenhams signs up Ben de Lisi". The Telegraph. Retrieved 10 February 2010.
  6. ^ http://www.guardian.co.uk/lifeandstyle/2009/nov/29/my-space-ben-de-lisi-fashion-interiors-designer
  7. ^ Ward, Bill (May 26, 1999). "Critic's choice". Star Tribune. Retrieved September 30, 2018. – via HighBeam Research (subscription required)
  8. ^ Neal, Justin (February 1, 1997). "star-studded sweeps; The small screen may have to stretch a few inches this month. It's time to make room for the big-name celebrities signed up for action this month in TV's all-important ratings war". Star Tribune. Retrieved October 1, 2018. – via HighBeam Research (subscription required)
  9. ^ Beck, Marilyn; Jenel Smith, Stacy (January 17, 1997). "Kurts's role as gymnast's mom makes JonBenet case resonate". Daily News. Retrieved October 1, 2018. – via HighBeam Research (subscription required)
  10. ^ Carmody, John (February 19, 1997). "The TV Column". The Washington Post. Retrieved October 1, 2018. – via HighBeam Research (subscription required)
  11. ^ Grahnke, Lon (February 26, 1997). "Grammy gamble // ABC rolls dice on Vegas stunt in sweeps finale". Chicago Sun-Times. Retrieved October 1, 2018. – via HighBeam Research (subscription required)
  12. ^ Bauder, David (March 6, 1997). "Grammys, 'Angel' boost CBS". Rocky Mountain News. Retrieved October 1, 2018. – via HighBeam Research (subscription required)