BFC announces nominees for British Fashion Awards 2012

9.    Accessory Designer

The leading British designer of shoes, jewellery, millinery or accessories within the past year.

Nominees: Katie Hillier, Nicholas Kirkwood, Philip Treacy

10.    New Establishment Award

The New Establishment Award recognises a particular movement in British fashion that is taking the industry by storm.

Nominees: Erdem, Jonathan Saunders, Meadham Kirchhoff

11.    Designer Of The Year

The ultimate accolade, which recognises an internationally acclaimed, leading British designer of couture, ready-to-wear, knitwear or accessories who has directed the shape of fashion in the past year both in the UK and internationally.

Nominees: Christopher Kane, Mary Katrantzou, Stella McCartney

This year, the British Fashion Awards will also celebrate two additional awards: the BFC Outstanding Achievement Award and this year’s British style icon, as voted for by the public through the British Style Award, brought to you by Vodafone.

The New Establishment award was introduced in 2011 and returns this year to recognise a designer who over the past two seasons has been forging an international career and gained critical acclaim from a global audience. The award this year is hotly contested between nominees Erdem, Jonathan Saunders and Meadham Kirchhoff.

Designer of the Year is the highest accolade, recognising a leading British based designer brand of couture, ready-to-wear, knitwear or accessories that has directed the shape of fashion in the past year and elevated their international reputation. Nominated are designers Christopher Kane, Mary Katrantzou and Stella McCartney.

“2012 has been a momentous year and seen a nationwide celebration of British talent. The British Fashion Awards recognise and celebrate the exceptional individuals and brands who’ve defined our fashion industry over the past year and we’re incredibly proud to announce these nominees who represent a cross section of British fashion talent.” - Harold Tillman CBE, Chairman of the British Fashion Council.

Nominations for these awards are made by the BFC press committee, menswear panel and international opinion formers within the industry. The winners will be selected by relevant panels of leading British and international media and buyers later this year

British Fashion Council (BFC)