MOJEH met American eveningwear designer Elizabeth Kennedy on her recent visit to Harvey Nichols - Dubai. Known for her modern and alluring approach to occasion dressing, Kennedy's opulent gowns and separates have made her a firm favourite on the red carpet. Here, she tells us about her design aesthetic, her average working day and what she'd like to see on the red carpet this season. To find out more about Elizabeth, pick up a copy of our November issue, out now.
Why did you decide to become a fashion designer?
You have some very impressive fashion brands and houses on your CV, what made you decide to go out on your own?
What did you learn from working on eveningwear at these really established brands?
Is that what you love most about eveningwear?
What’s an average working day like for you?
What’s events/awards show season like for you?
What do you think women want from their eveningwear wardrobes today?
What’s your take on event dressing for season ahead? What silhouettes and looks do you consider to be on trend?
The best go-to beauty looks for event dressing?
What makes American design so unique?
What has been the most valuable lesson on your journey as a designer so far?
What does glamour mean to you?
Where do you seek inspiration from?
If you weren’t a designer what would you be doing?
