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How I Became... Fashion Designer David Koma

The London-based fashion designer founded his namesake brand upon graduation from Central Saint Martins. Now, he shares his career advice from his 15 years in fashion, running his label and working as the creative director at Mugler and, more recently, Blumarine.
A model wears David Koma, and stands poolside in front of a video camera
David Koma's Spring/Summer 2022 show at the London Aquatics Centre. (David Koma)

From drawing silhouettes, hats and shoes at the age of three, to showing his first collection at 13, Georgian-born fashion designer

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