The Scottish Fashion Awards is an annual awards ceremony honouring Scottish designers, photographers, models and fashion industry leaders. Founded in 2006, the event is organised by Tessa Hartmann, owner of a Scottish-based PR firm. Their mission is "...to provide an outstanding platform for Scottish creatives, from designers and photographers, to models, fashion communicators and industry leaders."
The inaugural event was held at Stirling Castle with GMTV presenter Jenni Falconer acting as emcee. Entertainment was provided by Sandi Thom and electric fiddle player Laura McPhee.
The winners were:
Designer of the Year - Jonathan SaundersModel of the Year - Kirsty HumeYoung Designer - Christopher KaneTextiles/Cashmere Designer - Jennifer LangCommunicator of the Year - Joe McKennaFashion Icon - LuluRetailer of the Year - USCInternational Designer of the Year - Viktor & RolfHall of Fame - Albert WatsonJenni Falconer once again hosted the event which was held at Stirling Castle on 9 September. The judges included Kate Phelan, fashion director of British Vogue, and Jennifer Uner, founder of the Los Angeles Fashion Show.
Winners included:
Designer of the Year - Christopher KaneRetailer of the Year - SchuhFashion Icon - Sharleen Spiteri of the group ‘Texas’The third annual event was held at Stirling Castle on 29 June.
The winners were:
Designer of the Year - Christopher KaneLifetime Achievement Award/Hall of Fame - Sam McKnightBest Use of Tartan - Henry HollandModel of the Year - Emily McWilliamsYoung Designer of the Year - Graeme ArmourTextiles Brand of the Year - Johnstons of ElginCommunicator of the Year - David EustaceFashion Icon - Darius DaneshRetailer of the Year - Norton & SonsAccessory Designer of the Year - Bebaroque HoiseryBest Use of Tartan - House of HollandThe 2009 event was held in Stirling Castle in June with Graeme Black, Siouxsie Sioux and Pam Hogg providing entertainment. The judging panel included GANT creative director Brian Rennie, Vogue.com editor Dolly Jones and Janette Harkess, deputy editor of The Herald.
The winners were:
Hall of Fame - Pam HoggDesigner of the Year - Graeme BlackTextile Brand of the Year - Harris Tweed HebridesYoung Designer of the Year - Holly FultonRetailer of the Year - UltimoModel of the Year - Gillian Cook, The Model TeamCommunicator of the Year - Nick EdeGraduate of the Year - Neil Young, Central St MartinsAccessory/Jewellery Designer of the Year - Joyce PatonBest Use of Scottish Fabric - Paul SmithStyle Icon - Jenni FalconerNew Face - Christina ChalkOn 20 June, after four years at Stirling Castle, the event was moved to the Glasgow Science Centre and was hosted by Laura Whitmore. The judges included Brian Duffy, (president of Ralph Lauren Europe), Nathalie Colin (creative director of Swarovski), designer Amanda Wakeley, Professor Wendy Dagworthy (Fashion & Textiles at the Royal College of Art), Brigitte Stepputis (head of couture at Vivienne Westwood), Robert Johnston (associate editor of GQ) and VOGUE.COM's editor Dolly Jones.
The winners were:
Designer of the Year - Jonathan SaundersYoung Designer of the Year - Holly FultonAccessory Designer of the Year - William ChambersModel of the Year - Lisa OmondInternational Designer of the Year/Best Use of Scottish Textile - Markus LupferFashion Hall of Fame - Malcolm EdwardsFashion Icon - Paolo NutiniCommunicator of the Year - Eilidh McAskillRetailer of the Year - CruiseNew Face - Terri McGloneGraduate of the Year - Jett SweeneyThe 2011 event was again held in the Glasgow Science Centre and was once again hosted by Laura Whitmore.
The winners were:
Designer of the Year - Jonathan SaundersYoung Designer of the Year - Henrietta LudgateScottish Retailer of the Year - RoxInternational Designer of the Year - House of HollandFashion Icon - Freya MavorFashion Graduate of the Year - Campbell DunnScottish Textile Brand of the Year - Harris Tweed HebridesThe event was held at Glasgow’s Clyde Auditorium.
The winners were:
Designer of the Year - Christopher KaneYoung Designer of the Year - Hayley ScanlanFashion Ambassador - Colin McDowellHall of Fame - Stella TennantTextile Brand of the Year - Dashing TweedsAccessory Designer of the Year - William ChambersFashion Icon - Karen GillanCommunicator of the Year - Faye McLeodModel of the Year - Tali LennoxRetailer of the Year - Shhh-OohsFashion Photographer - Jonathan Daniel PryceNew Face - Kerry O'MayGraduate of the Year - Joanne McGillivary from Herriot Watt, David Black was awarded a high commended certificate.International Designer of the Year (for use of a Scottish fabric) - MulberryFashion Innovator - Brian Rennie, creative director of BaslerThe event was held at London’s Dover House with Laura Whitmore returning as the host.
The winners were:
Scottish Designer of the Year - Christopher KaneInternational Designer of the Year (For Best Use of Scottish Fabric) - ChanelModel of the Year - Mary CharterisFashion Icon - Emeli SandéCreative Excellence Award - Pam HoggInnovator of the Year - Louise GrayYoung Designer of the Year - Jennifer MorrisTextile Designer of the Year - Alice PalmerRetailer of the Year - SchuhCommunicator of the Year - Penny MartinAccessory Designer of the Year - Finlay & Co.The event was held in London on 1 September with Laura Whitmore returning as host.
The winners were:
Designer of the Year - Christopher KaneYoung Designer of the Year - Hayley ScanlanTextile Brand of the Year - DhuCommunicator of the Year - Avril Mair, Harper's BazaarRetailer of the Year - Abandon Ship ApparelAccessory Designer of the Year - William Chambers MillineryFashion Graduate of the Year - Colleen LeitchInternational Designer of the Year - Simone RochaModel of the Year - Jean CampbellExporter of the Year - MackintoshLuxury Retailer - Harvey Nichols, EdinburghFashion Icon 2014 - Amy MacdonaldHall of Fame 2014 - Dame Vivienne WestwoodFashion Ambassador 2014 - Professor Christopher Moore on behalf of Professor Pamela Gillies, British School of Fashion and Belinda Earle on behalf of Marc Bolland, Marks & SpencerFounders Awards 2014 - David GandyThe 2015 event was held at the Corinthia Hotel in London on 3 September 2015.
The winners were:
Designer of the Year - Christopher KaneScottish Textile Brand / Manufacturer of the Year - Barrie KnitwearCommunicator of the Year - Lynsey Alexander (Make Up Artist)Young Designer of the Year - Cats BrothersFashion Graduate of the Year - Charles Jeffrey (Central Saint Martins)Retailer of the Year - Walker SlaterModel of the Year - Misha Hart (VIVA Model Management)Accessory Designer of the Year - Hunter Boot LtdFashion Philanthropist - Nick EdeFashion Icon - Connor Ball (The Vamps)Luxury Retailer of the Year - Belstaff (Glasgow)International Designer (for best use of Scottish fabric) - TopmanFounders Award - Pringle of ScotlandHall of Fame - David EustaceIn 2011, World Fashion Awards described the Scottish Fashion Awards as a "...globally recognised tartan carpet." The Daily Mail reported that the event "...celebrated the best in Scotland's fashion." and in 2014, Vogue stated that the awards highlight Scotland's "...substantial contribution to the fashion industry."
When the 2014 nominees were announced, Alistair Carmichael (Secretary of State for Scotland) stated, "These awards are now recognized around the world as the benchmark of success within the global fashion community and are without a doubt the most high-profile showcase of Scottish fashion, design and textile talent in the country."
