Martine Rose's designs draw inspiration from her experiences and interest in rave, hip-hop and punk subcultures.
11 Facts About Martine Rose
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Martine Rose's mother was a nurse and her father was an accountant so she spent much of her time in Tooting with her grandmother and her cousins.
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Martine Rose first started a label LMNOP with now-stylist Tamara Rothstein, a friend and frequent collaborator.
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Since its inception, Martine Rose has been known for showing her collections in non-traditional spaces, including a street market, a community climbing gym, and a cul-de-sac in Camden, London.
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Martine Rose has been known to disregard fashion's seasonal calendar and expectations, sometimes because of financial constraints.
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Martine Rose collaborated with workwear boots manufacturer CAT on a limited line of boots.
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The release included Martine Rose's take on the tracksuit and Nike's Monarch model.
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Martine Rose was inspired by English and American sports culture.
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Martine Rose's AW20 show took place at Torriano Primary School, her daughter's primary school in Kentish Town.
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Martine Rose has been influenced by her own experiences at 90s London raves and her awareness of different subcultures in the city coming together around music.
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Martine Rose's label developed a cult following, with her designs featuring exaggerated proportions quickly becoming characteristic of her collections earlier on in her career.