Simon Kneen, Creative Director at Banana Republic

2014-06-09

Simon Kneen, Executive Vice President and Creative Director at Banana Republic, talked about his style secrets, educational experience and high-flying career at the helm of one of the world's biggest fashion retailers in a series of Smart Talk events hold in Beijing 23rd of September.









Timelessdeco had the honor to discuss with Simon about his work at some of the most renown fashion houses in Europe and the USA.









This compelling conversation covered Simon's sources of inspiration and the design process that allowed him to create top-selling high street fashion. He also shared news about his latest collections, including Banana Republic's collaboration with London fashion label Issa London, a favourite of young British royal Kate Middleton, as well as the Mad Men collection that was inspired by the popular American television drama series set in the 1960s.











The British Council, which operates as the Cultural and Education Section of the British Embassy, brought Simon Kneen to China as part of its Smart Talk series. Comprising innovative lectures and master classes given by a wide range of noted UK alumni and individuals – from architects to Olympians – to students and young professionals across China, the Smart Talk series highlights the UK's excellence in education. It offers a unique chance for audience members to learn about the exciting projects happening in the UK and demonstrates the creativity, originality and innovation that a UK education cultivates.