In 1996, Andrew decided it was time to strike out on his own, establishing his ANDREW GN house in Paris.
Andrew infuses his designs with the style, refinement and artistry he lives by each day. When he talks about his passions--designing sublime and rare clothing, making women look beautiful, creating extraordinary environments-- his descriptions are punctuated by a twinkle of the eye and a hearty laugh. Andrew’s clients feel a special connection with him, even if they’ve never met. His clothes awaken in a woman a joyous feeling that she’s wearing something like no other.
Andrew has an uncompromising knowledge of craftsmanship, cutting, draping and tailoring, innovation, details and function. Sumptuous and noble fabrics of our own design are woven exclusively for our house. We seek out haute couture suppliers to fabricate exquisite finishings. Every detail, from the handmade buttons to the embroideries to the trimmings, is designed by our studio and crafted by skilled artisans. The entire collection is made in France. Luxury, quality, transcendence and wearability are paramount.
After secondary studies in England at Stratford-upon-Avon, Andrew enrolled in the renowned Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design in London. While majoring in Fashion Design at Saint Martins, Andrew won the French Connection Award, sponsored by the English/French Chamber of Commerce, which was open to all the fashion colleges in the United Kingdom. Andrew also participated in the Design Exchange programme at Parsons School of Design for a term. He returned to Saint Martins to complete his Bachelor of Art degree in December 1989.
The following year, Andrew moved to Milan to attend the prestigious Domus Academy. There his professors included Romeo Gigli, Luciano Soprani, Anna Piaggi and Gianfranco Ferre. After receiving his Masters of Art in 1992, Andrew accepted the offer to assist Emanuel Ungaro in Paris.