The Designer Guy David Dixon

Fashion designer David Dixon, is known as the “designer guy”. He is recognized as one of the leaders in Canadian fashion and as one of the most respected designers. This year he celebrates his lines 10th anniversary. From 1995 to 2000 Dixon was a Toronto Fashion Incubator. However, he became tired of working for other designers, so he pushed out on his own using the TFI resources to get his start.

Dixon graduated from Ryerson Polytechnic University in 1994. He was named the City of Toronto New Designer of the Year in 1996, Fur Council of Canada Bronze in 1998. and the Matinee Fashion Foundation Grant Recipient in 1999 and 2000. Dixon Strives aims for growth in his collections. Evolution is important to him as he is known to thrive on change.

Dixon's collections can be found in Canada, the Middle East and parts of the United States. He is known for using unusual fabrications to create a simple silhouette. David Dixon’s signature is built on fabric. Each of his collections features at least one unique accent. Last season he used ostrich feathers on skirts and dresses. Dixon is often associated with Glamour and Romance. For the women who wears Dixon age is never a factor.

Just have a look at Dixon’s 2005 spring collection. Romantic, Glamorous, yet done in classic lines he so loves. It is obvious that he stays true to his heart with black and white. This seasons collection is not only romantic, its trendy. Dixon’s heavily uses capri pant, floral prints, hot shade of ochre and brown go along way towards adding a little sizzle.

David’s clothing is known for combining luxury with the functional, fantasy with the sensible. They say fashion reflects the society it is part of. If that’s the case Canada must be hopelessly romantic, elegant and just a little bit edgy.

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