Kiko Kostadinov
Designer, Kiko Kostadinov
The designers technical reinventions of uniforms and workwear, and buzzy collaborations with Asics, Camper and Stüssy, have positioned him as an innovator in fashion.
Kiko Kostadinov is the creative director of his self-titled label and of Mackintosh 0001, the British heritage brand’s premium line. His technical reinventions of uniforms and workwear, and his buzzy collaborations with Asics, Camper and Stüssy, have positioned him as an innovator in fashion.
Shortly after his graduation from Central Saint Martins in 2016, Kostadinov already had a spot on the London’s men’s schedule, a sponsorship from the British Fashion Council ’s NEWGEN initiative and a deal to sell to Dover Street Market . That December, he was announced creative director of Mackintosh 0001, where he expanded the label’s offering by introducing a modern, unisex wardrobe.
In 2018, Kostadinov partnered with Japanese brand Asics to design footwear, a relationship that would evolve into the 2023 launch of a fashion line, Asics Novalis, made up of minimalist, logo-less pieces. In 2023, a unique collaboration emerged between Kiko Kostadinov and Heaven by Marc Jacobs , resulting in a collection that blended forward-thinking techniques with 1990s grunge.
He was named one of Forbes Europe’s 30 Under 30 in the arts and a semifinalist for the LVMH prize in 2019.
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Kiko Kostadinov Opens First US Store in Los Angeles
The Bulgarian designer is opening his second global flagship in Los Angeles’ Melrose Hill gallery district to gain closer proximity to the art world and America’s entertainment industry.
Kiko Kostadinov Opens First US Store in Los Angeles
The Bulgarian designer is opening his second global flagship in Los Angeles’ Melrose Hill gallery district to gain closer proximity to the art world and America’s entertainment industry.
Asics Launches ‘Anti-Gorpcore’ Clothing Line With Kiko Kostadinov
The Japanese sportswear giant has created a new unisex clothing line called Novalis alongside long-time collaborator Kiko Kostadinov. The sub-brand will be stocked at retailers like Dover Street Market.
Asics Launches ‘Anti-Gorpcore’ Clothing Line With Kiko Kostadinov
The Japanese sportswear giant has created a new unisex clothing line called Novalis alongside long-time collaborator Kiko Kostadinov. The sub-brand will be stocked at retailers like Dover Street Market.
Is Fashion Going Back to Normal?
The labels taking part in the Paris men’s showcase largely stuck to their aesthetic codes, presenting pragmatic and reassuring collections that felt like seeing an old friend, with some intriguing format twists, reports Angelo Flaccavento.
Is Fashion Going Back to Normal?
The labels taking part in the Paris men’s showcase largely stuck to their aesthetic codes, presenting pragmatic and reassuring collections that felt like seeing an old friend, with some intriguing format twists, reports Angelo Flaccavento.
Kiko Kostadinov Kicks Dourness to the Kerb
In the past, the designer has fished hard and fast for effect, and it’s duly come across as contrived. Here, where contrivance was the intention, it all came together in a very curious way.
Kiko Kostadinov Kicks Dourness to the Kerb
In the past, the designer has fished hard and fast for effect, and it’s duly come across as contrived. Here, where contrivance was the intention, it all came together in a very curious way.
Men’s Fashion Month: The Names to Know
An exodus of major fashion houses from the official calendar means the next month of menswear shows will provide an opportunity for lesser-known designers to shine. BoF spotlights the season’s can’t-ignore talents.
Men’s Fashion Month: The Names to Know
An exodus of major fashion houses from the official calendar means the next month of menswear shows will provide an opportunity for lesser-known designers to shine. BoF spotlights the season’s can’t-ignore talents.
Kiko Kostadinov's Web of Inspiration
What could kayaking, Yves Klein’s love of judo, Barbet Schroeder and Pink Floyd possibly have to do with each other? The resulting collection offered more questions than answers.
Kiko Kostadinov's Web of Inspiration
What could kayaking, Yves Klein’s love of judo, Barbet Schroeder and Pink Floyd possibly have to do with each other? The resulting collection offered more questions than answers.
The Young Designer on a Mission to Make Mackintosh Cool
The London-based menswear designer is the first-ever creative director of one of Britain’s oldest heritage brands — and its secret weapon.
The Young Designer on a Mission to Make Mackintosh Cool
The London-based menswear designer is the first-ever creative director of one of Britain’s oldest heritage brands — and its secret weapon.
Power Moves | Bobbi Brown Leaves Eponymous Brand, Salvatore Ferragamo Appoints CFO
This week, Bobbi Brown announced her departure from her eponymous cosmetics brand, and Salvatore Ferragamo appointed Ugo Ciorgelli as chief financial officer.
Power Moves | Bobbi Brown Leaves Eponymous Brand, Salvatore Ferragamo Appoints CFO
This week, Bobbi Brown announced her departure from her eponymous cosmetics brand, and Salvatore Ferragamo appointed Ugo Ciorgelli as chief financial officer.
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