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London Had Its Own Designer Exodus 15 Years Ago—Here’s How the City and Its Up-and-Comers Turned Things Around

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By Sarah Mower
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    Christopher Kane Spring 2007

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    Erdem Spring 2009

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    Jonathan Saunders Spring 2011

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    Roksanda Spring 2006

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    Mary Katrantzou Fall 2009

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    Peter Pilotto Spring 2012

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    Simone Rocha Fall 2012

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    Marques ‘ Almeida Spring 2014

Vogue.com’s Chief Critic travels the world, trackings down future fashion talent. When she’s not talking to designers, she can be found most mornings running in Hyde Park with her English toy terriers, Ollie and Archie. ... Read More