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Martin Grant, The inspiration for the new Qantas uniform - Unravel Travel TV

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Channel: Unravel Travel TV · 2013 · Travel & Events

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Follow the incredible Martin Grant and his inspiration behind designing the new Qantas uniform.

Born in Melbourne, Australia, Martin Grant launched his first ready-to-wear line in 1982 in his Little Collins St studio. His talent was quickly recognised by the Australian fashion industry, with him winning the Cointreau Young Designer Award in 1988, and building up a loyal clientele. He then decided to hone his creative talents by studying sculpture at the Victorian College of Arts.

In 1991, Martin moved to Paris, having fallen in love with the city, where he set up an atelier in Montmartre. His first collection was quickly picked up by many of the top international multi-brand department stores and boutiques in Australia, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States. In 1994 he held his first ready-to-wear fashion show.

In 1996, he opened his first Parisian boutique in an old barber-shop in the Marais. His store quickly became a favourite amongst stylish French woman and visiting international clients. 

In August 2005, he moved the shop into a converted apartment, bringing together the showroom, the boutique, the atelier and the office. Martin values an intimate space to show his collections. Also in 2005, the National Gallery of Victoria celebrated Martin's work with an exhibition, "Martin Grant, Paris" that drew together his garments, drawings, paintings, photographs and installations, offering a great insight into Martin's influences and sculptural forms that characterise his approach to design. 

Martin creates four collections per year and is stocked in over 50 stores worldwide. He also regularly consults for prestigious luxury brands. His designs are worn by some of the most stylish and elegant women, including Cate Blanchett, Juliette Binoche, Blake Lively, Tilda Swinton, Gong Li, Nicki Minaj, Lee Radziwill, Kate Hudson and Sheikha Moza. His work is known for its couture elegance and its modern day ease. To quote André Leon Tally, Editor-at-large, Vogue USA: 'Grant's work speaks to the international woman, the woman who travels, the woman who works, the woman who wants to be dressed with appropriateness, yet who has that appeal when she turns the hand-finished buttons in her geranium red Martin Grant coat'.

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