creating things and evolving,
so you’re never just staying
stagnant,” he says. “You always
have to have your signature
thing. I think it’s just being your
own person and your own artist,
no matter what you do.”
Leatham’s work at the George
V gave him a global stage
to showcase his talents and
opened doors to collaborations
with brands like Balenciaga,
Alexander McQueen, Dom
Perignon, and Chanel. Also, he’s
worked with such famous names
as Madonna, the Dalai Lama,
and Chelsea Clinton whose
wedding he designed. In 2014,
he was awarded the prestigious
Chevalier de l’Ordre des Arts et
des Lettres, the highest honor
for artists who have made a
significant contribution to French
culture given by the Minister of
Culture. He has also created the
floral design at Versailles, among
other famous landmarks.
Leatham is also the author of
three best-selling books, including
Flowers by Jeff Leatham, Flowers
by Design, and Jeff Leatham—
Visionary Floral Art and Design.
His designs have even expanded
into the tabletop market with
a line of gift- and barware
aptly named The Jeff Leatham
Collection, with Waterford. Later
Polo De’Marco July 2020