Eddie
Gavriilidis
Eddie Gavriilidis is a Greek born designer graduated from Istituto Marangoni London. He was nominated for the Global Fashion Awards in New York and worked with top industry designers like Alexander McQueen, Tom ford and Lady Gaga. His work has been featured in the most influential international press:Vogue, Figaro, In style, telegraph, Times among others.
Eddie’s first gown, part of his graduation collection at Istituto Marangoni ( where he had the honor to open his year’s show), was sold for 29.000 dollars and was bought in Beverly hills. After working as a creative consultant for new and upcoming brands, he created products that now are stocked in the best boutiques all over the world and he gave the creative/commercial direction and base that was needed. Except the creative industry Eddie expanded his business at the manufacturing side of fashion. Eddie understands the needs of a fashion brand, when it comes to sampling and production, and how important it is to offer attention to detail and commerciality without losing the creative elements. Constantly he works on new projects along with his couture/ bridal line that is all about elaborate luxurious gowns for celebrities and private clients. Among others his work was worn on the red carpet of international Skyfall premiere, at the Royal Albert Hall from the beautiful Bond girl Tonia Sotiropoulou in presence of the royal family. Nowadays Eddie is continuing his work as a fashion designer by collaborating with the renowned Saatchi Gallery as a costume designer.
In 2013, Eddie founded the Sampling Studio in London, which quickly became one of the most popular local sampling units. The studio aims to provide friendly, comprehensive, and uncompromising quality service, covering first patterns, toiles, alterations, and samples, while also supporting emerging brands.