Acclaimed Fashion Designer
Prabal Gurung: Biography at a Glance
- As the founder of his eponymous fashion label, Prabal Gurung has become one of the defining voices in global fashion, trusted by world leaders, cultural icons, and brands including First Lady Michelle Obama, Target, MAC Cosmetics, and Tasaki.
- Prabal reveals how the world's most enduring brands use authenticity, creativity, and purpose to outperform the competition and build lasting customer loyalty.
- His experience building a globally recognized business offers leaders a blueprint for making values-driven decisions and turning creativity into measurable results.
- As Vice Chair of the CFDA, a board member of Gold House, and an internationally recognized humanitarian, Prabal brings unparalleled insight into leadership, influence, and cultural relevance.
- Audiences leave inspired and equipped with actionable strategies for driving innovation and leading through change.
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Biography
Prabal Gurung launched his eponymous collection in February 2009 with a philosophy encompassing modern luxury, indelible style, and an astute sense of glamour.
Gurung was born in Singapore and raised in Kathmandu, Nepal. After beginning his design career in New Delhi, he moved to New York to finish his studies at Parsons The New School for Design. Upon graduating, Gurung spent two years with Cynthia Rowley's design and production teams. Soon after, he was appointed design director at the iconic Bill Blass, a post he held for five years until launching his own collection, Prabal Gurung.
A focus on quality and innovation has placed Gurung at the forefront of American fashion with designs worn by leading ladies including First Lady Michelle Obama and The Duchess of Cambridge, to name a few.
Notable accolades include the CFDA Swarovski Award for Womenswear, the Ecco Domani Fashion Fund Award, and recognition as a CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund runner-up. Gurung has collaborated with leading brands including Target, MAC Cosmetics, TOMS, Lane Bryant, and Tasaki, where he served as Global Creative Director. In 2019, he was named the first Honorary Designer of the Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery Celebration and published his first coffee table book. In 2022, he was honored as Designer of the Year at the American Image Awards, received the Humanitarian Award at the Night of the Stars Gala, and earned the CFDA Positive Social Influence Award.
Gurung was also elected as Vice Chair of the Council of Fashion Designers of America, beginning his role in January 2023. His memoir, Walk Like a Girl, is a testament to the transformative power of creativity and a celebration of the power of femininity and individuality.
Prabal Gurung chooses to manufacture in New York City to uphold standards of quality while supporting the local community. With over 80% of the collection made in New York, the company is committed to sustaining domestic employment and income. The brand recognizes the importance of domestic production, particularly with respect to the quality of the finished product, and helps to bring this awareness to an international audience.
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By Design: The Intentional Choices Behind Enduring Brands
From launching his namesake label during the height of the global recession to becoming one of the defining voices in fashion, Prabal Gurung shares how he built a globally influential brand trusted by world leaders, worn by cultural icons, and sought after by Fortune 500 companies. Audiences leave with a blueprint for building enduring brands through authenticity, creative excellence, and the conviction to lead through uncertainty.
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