ISTITUTO MARANGONI LONDON OPENS ITS FASHION INSIDER IN-CONVERSATION TALKS TO THE PUBLIC

Istituto Marangoni London, the prestigious international institution for fashion and design education, is proud to announce the continuation of its highly anticipated Fashion Insider Talks for 2025. For the first time, these events are open to the public, with a limited number of tickets available.

Building on last year’s dynamic series of high-profile industry engagements—including a captivating talk by iconic designer Sir Paul Smith on “lateral thinking” and the importance of originality in design—the institute continues to redefine its forward-thinking curriculum. November 2024 also marked the launch of the Maison Meta Mentorship Programme, an exclusive initiative for MBA students, further solidifying Istituto Marangoni’s position as a leader in innovative fashion education.

Upcoming Event: Susie Bubble

On Tuesday, April 29, 2025, Istituto Marangoni London is delighted to welcome fashion journalist and one of fashion’s original personal style bloggers, Susannah Lau, known globally as Susie Bubble. Lau will join Joe Bromley, Fashion Editor at the London Standard for an insightful in-conversation talk exploring her career journey, the evolution of digital fashion media, and the changing landscape of the industry she has chronicled so vividly over the past two decades. With her trademark mix of intellect, originality, and fearless style, Lau promises to bring a fresh perspective and a wealth of inspiration to students and public guests alike.

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Recent Event: Sarah Mower MBE

On February 4, 2025, Istituto Marangoni London hosted an in-conversation talk with renowned Vogue journalist and British Fashion Council (BFC) Ambassador for Emerging Talent, Sarah Mower MBE. A passionate advocate for young designers and respected voice in global fashion, Mower took to the stage on the eve of her appointment as a new mentor at the school. Beginning Spring 2025, she will guide BA Fashion Design students through a bespoke mentorship programme rooted in real-world expertise and an unwavering dedication to nurturing emerging talent.

Recent Event: Rahul Mishra

On January 28, 2025, the school welcomed acclaimed Indian haute couture designer Rahul Mishra, winner of the prestigious International Woolmark Prize. Mishra’s in-conversation session explored the power of slow fashion, artisan empowerment, and his philosophy of redefining luxury as a participatory and sustainable experience. He also introduced his new role as a mentor for BA Fashion Design students at Istituto Marangoni London, sharing his inspiring journey and global vision.

Shaping Future Creative Leaders

With impactful events, mentorships, and partnerships, Istituto Marangoni London underscores its commitment to shaping the next generation of creative leaders. From one-off talks and masterclasses to comprehensive mentorship initiatives, the school provides students with unparalleled access to industry pioneers and cutting-edge insights. Recent guest speakers and collaborators include luminaries such as Bianca Saunders, Grace Wales Bonner, Tom Dixon, and Katie Grand, further cementing the school’s reputation as a hub for real-world exposure and expertise.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear from some of the most influential voices in fashion today and gain inspiration for your own creative journey.

About Istituto Marangoni

Istituto Marangoni was founded in 1935 in Milan as 'Istituto Artistico dell’Abbigliamento Marangoni’, and has been a top educational choice for creatives in the worlds of fashion, art and design for over 85 years now.

With four generations of students from 5 continents, it was the springboard for over 45,000 luxury professionals, including Domenico Dolce, Alessandro Sartori, Paula Cademartori, Gilda Ambrosio, Julie de Libran and Nicola Brognano.

Istituto Marangoni currently welcomes about 5,000 students from 108 different countries every year in its schools in the world capitals of fashion, art and design, including Milano, Firenze, Paris, London, Dubai, Mumbai, Shanghai, Shenzhen and Miami. Istituto Marangoni is ranked among the 100 best universities in the world in its fields according to QS World University Ranking 2023.

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