BFC names Pandora as principal partner for Fashion Awards

By

Nigel TAYLOR

Published
October 5, 2023

The British Fashion Council (BFC) has signed the world’s largest jewellery brand Pandora as its Principal Partner for The Fashion Awards 2023 taking place in London on 4 December at the Royal Albert Hall.

Mary Carmen Gasco-Buisson, Chief Marketing Officer at Pandora, said: “Partnering with the Fashion Awards, one of the most anticipated moments on the global fashion and cultural calendar, is something that we are extremely proud of as Pandora deepens our engagement with the global cultural zeitgeist.

“The British Fashion Council is at the forefront of the global fashion conversation, and with our purpose of ‘giving a voice to people’s loves’, we naturally align with their mission to recognise and celebrate the most creative and innovative voices of our time.

"Along with self-expression through personalisation, style and talent, we further unite around our core values, including a focus on accelerating sustainability and education.”

Caroline Rush, BFC Chief Executive, added: “We look forward to working with Pandora to celebrate self-expression and the incredible work of those who have made significant contributions to the global fashion community this year.”

This year, award categories include Designer of the Year, Model of the Year, BFC Foundation Awards, British Menswear Designer, British Womenswear Designer, New Establishment Menswear and the New Establishment Womenswear – the winners will be revealed on the night. 

The 2023 accolades also include the Isabella Blow Award for Fashion Creator, Outstanding Achievement Award, Leader of Change as well as several Special Recognition Awards for exceptional contribution to the fashion industry.

Additionally, the event will recognise 50 of the most innovative and inspiring young creative talent from around the world as part of New Wave: Creatives.