Antonio Marras Explained

Antonio Marras
Birth Place:Alghero, Sardinia, Italy
Occupation:fashion designer

Antonio Marras (born 21 January 1961) is an Italian fashion designer.

Biography

Born in Alghero, the son of the owner of a fashion boutique, Marras was an autodidact, and launched his brand in 1987.[1] He had his breakout in 1996, presenting his couture collection at the Alta Roma event in Rome.[2] [3] In 1999, he launched his first ready-to-wear collection. > Between 2003 and 2011 he was artistic director of Kenzo. He then reprised his work with his brand, and in 2023 the 80% of his company was acquired by Calzedonia, with Marras staying as creative director.[4]

Marras is also active on stage as a costume designer. In 2011 he took part in the Venice Biennale with the installation Archivio Provvisorio.[5] He is married and has two sons.

References

  1. News: Pollo . Paola . Marras rilevato da mister Calzedonia: «La nostra moda arriverà alla gente» . 5 March 2023 . . 9 August 2022 . it-IT.
  2. News: Pollo . Paola . Marras, l' italiano di Francia che torna in Sardegna «a prendere fiato» . Corriere della Sera. 19 February 2006 . 23.
  3. News: Tortora . Laura . 5 momenti indimenticabili dalle passerelle di Antonio Marras . 5 March 2023 . . 8 September 2022 . it-IT.
  4. News: Redazione Moda . Calzedonia rileva l’80% di Antonio Marras: ora il rilancio . 5 March 2023 . . 7 September 2022 . it.
  5. News: Bernardi . Ilaria . Marras opera omnia . 5 March 2023 . Il Giornale dell'arte . 15 October 2016 . IT.