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Business Of Year Awards Winner: Bianca Saunders
Words Bethany Boyo
Bianca Saunders has had an amazing year, with both collections receiving roaring reviews from the fashion world and magazines such as Vogue, Complex, Dazed, etc. The designer’s optimism and positivity are radiated in the amazing pieces she creates. Her most recent collection showcased in September 2021 was described as a vibrant, sartorial exploration of Jamaica expressing a nuanced angle on modern masculinity.
Bianca attends the New Faces Awards in a stunning black velvet dress and statement gold Bottega clutch bag. Instantaneously you can see where her ingenuity comes from. When asked what it would feel like to win the award she says, ‘I would be delighted to win, as it would show all the hard work is paying off.’ A more well-deserved win couldn’t be had. Bianca overjoyed with her win thanks her mum in her speech for allowing her to start her business, from her bedroom no less. She goes on to say "Thank you to my team. Also, to everyone else who has supported me, from The British Fashion Council, to the WOTC team who did an article on me earlier this year." Bianca recounts this year’s successes saying "If any of you were at the Wizkid Concert last month, yeah, I dressed him. Also, the brand being in Selfridges and all the other stockists that I have added on this year are all a blessing."
The brand which has been going from strength to strength is taking it to the next level in 2022. Bianca is all set to branch out by showing her collection for the first time away from the British Fashion Council show space. She will be showcasing her AW22 collection in Paris. ‘It’s going to be hard work, but yes I am excited.’ She mentions. We can’t wait to see the collection which will be an IRL runway show, amongst all the thrilling things Bianca Saunders has coming up.