With the fashion world at his feet, the world’s youngest couturier, a title made official by Guinness World Records when he was 16, Andrea Brocca is dressing celebrities like Lady Gaga one day and Jourdan Dunn the next day. His highly structured silhouettes are all showstoppers and ooze high craftsmanship. He confesses that although he has never visited Sri Lanka yet, his maternal Sri Lankan heritage plays a significant role in his creativity. At 26, Andrea already has 13 years of experience in the industry and is now set to soar to unprecedented heights. With his highly acclaimed graduate collection a resounding success, Andrea looks set to eclipse the likes of Alexander McQueen to whom he is equalled to in talent.
What is your earliest memory of fashion?
When I was a child, I remember noticing all the Chanel beauty products my mother used to buy. Going through her wardrobe as a child was a visual feast of glamour. It was my first time being introduced to the notion of a brand. This lead me to research into accessories; bags and shoes, as my mother collected so many interesting things.
Your mum is Sri Lankan. How much of a fashion influence is she in your design life?
She’s a monumental influence in my life, she is the reason I love fashion. Her glamorous character and aura was a big inspiration to me, because she held herself with such dignity. She showed me how powerful women are.
Where does your interest in fashion stem from?
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