Stephen Jones, Preen, Miki Fukai, Giles, Eley Kishimoto, Boudicca and Peter Jensen

Fashion Panopticon

SHOWstudio followed seven London-based designers - including Peter Jensen, Preen and Stephen Jones - into their studios prior to the unveiling of their Spring/Summer 2004 collections to document the various people and materials that inspired them. Use these fascinating 'photo-joiners', fashioned in a 360-degree cycle, to peruse the private workspaces photographed.

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Interview - Giles

by Penny Martin .

 

Penny Martin: When did you first move into your studio? 

Giles: Summer 2003

Penny Martin: What made you choose it? 

Giles: For the light, the peacocks and the badminton court on the roof.

Penny Martin: What are the different roles of the people working in your studio? 

Giles: Shape analyst, sequin/feather counter, karl lagerfetcher, dust manipulator, scissor sharpener, illuminati spotter

Penny Martin: Please describe what happens there on a typical day. 

Giles: Silence. No lunch. Disco at 6 when the mirrorball goes on.

Penny Martin: How did the appearance/décor of your studio come about? Did it evolve spontaneously, or was it designed? 

Giles: Courtsey of Argos.