Peter Golding
Peter Golding FCSD created the first ‘designer jean’ in 1970, opened clothing store ACE on King’s Road in 1974 and created the world’s first stretch denim jean in 1978. He was the first fashion designer to be invited to join what is now known as the Chartered Society of Designers, and in 2004 was invited by The Queen to Buckingham Palace in recognition of his contribution to British design.
He has been described by Fashion Weekly as "the Eric Clapton of denim".
Read more about Peter Golding: Beginnings and The Beat Hotel, Paris, Fashion Design and Consultancy, Ace, Stretch Denim, Rock Art Collection, Music, ICA Culture Now 2013
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