Martin Margiela

Personal Info

Known For Costume & Make-Up

Gender Male

Birthday 1957-09-04 (67 years old)

Place of Birth Genk, Belgium

Martin Margiela

Biography

Martin Margiela is a Belgian fashion designer, artist, and founder of French luxury fashion house Maison Margiela. Throughout his career, Margiela has maintained a low profile, refusing to grant face-to-face interviews or be photographed. Since leaving fashion in 2009, he has emerged as an artist, exploring the themes that made him an iconic figure in fashion. He is considered to be one of the most influential fashion designers in recent history for his iconic deconstructed, upcycled aesthetic and oversized silhouette.

Known For

Costume & Make-Up

2004
Martin Margiela AW 2004

as Costume Designer

1995
The Pillow Book

as Costume Design

Director

1994
Seven Women

as Director

Crew

1994
Seven Women

as Cinematography