ABOUT DESIGNER lan Stuart has always had a passion for fashion, art, music and theatre. This passion was the driving force which determined his future as a bridal gown designer. During his fashion education lan specialised in bridal and evening wear design, for which he won numerous student awards. Upon graduating lan began his training at Bel vi I Ie Sassoon, one of London's finest couture houses who specialise in creating gowns for socialites and members of the Royal family. This training gave him invaluable knowledge of cut, proportion, balance and wearability within design. lan then went on to create bi-annual collections for leading bridal and evening wear manufacturers in London before moving on to New York to further his career, where he created bridal wear labels which where sold throughout the world. With more than a decade of knowledge and experience behind him, the cutting-edge designer decided that it was time to launch his own bridal wear brand based in London. The Collection Designed by lan Stuart Ltd was an Instant success and attracted worldwide publicity. Launching his own brand has allowed lan to concentrate on cheating collections which truly reflect his passion for innovative bridal design, without any restraints or compromise. His main objective is to provide brides-to-be with a luxurious and diverse selection of shapes, colours, and fabrics to reflect their own individual style. lan Stuart has won numerous awards including: 2013: Top gown Supplier over £1,800- Retail Bridal Association UK
2012: Best Occasmnwear Collection- Bridal Buyer Awards UK 2012: Best MotheiofThe Bride Collection-Wedding Ideas Awards UK 2012: Top gown Supplier over £1,500- Retail Bridal Association LJK 2011: Top gown Supplier over £1,500- Retail Bridal Association UK 2011: Best Biidal Designer- Perfect Wedding Awards UK 2010: Bridal Designer of the Year- Bridal Buyer Awards UK 200B: Outstanding Contribution to the Industry- Bridal Buyer Awards UK 2004,2005,2006, 2007: Bridal Designer of the Year-Bridal Buyer Awards UK 2004: Ttie Bride of the Year- Good Morning Television UK 2002: Style Innovator- Design Excellence in the Bridal Industry USA 2001: Rising Star- Design Excellence in the Bridal industry USA 1999: Best New Designer of the Year- Brides magazine UK