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John Rocha
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John Rocha at the London Fashion Week in February 2010
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| Born | 23 August 1953 |
| Nationality | Irish |
| Occupation | Designer |
| Spouse(s) | Odette Gleeson |
| Children | Simone Rocha |
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John Rocha is a famous Chinese-Irish designer. He was born in Hong Kong on August 23, 1953, and now lives in Ireland. He is well-known for his unique fashion designs and other creative works.
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The Journey of a Designer
After studying art at the Croydon School of Art in London, John Rocha moved to Ireland. He quickly became known for his special way of decorating clothes. He used hand-crafting, beading, and appliqué (adding fabric pieces) to make his designs stand out.
Early Success in Fashion
In the 1980s, John Rocha started his own fashion label called Chinatown in Dublin. He designed clothes for both men and women. His designs were sold in popular Irish stores like A Wear and Brown Thomas.
Beyond Clothing: Crystal and Interiors
John Rocha didn't just design clothes. He also created beautiful crystal glasses and vases for a famous company called Waterford Crystal. He worked with another designer, Marcus Notley, on these pieces. Even after Waterford Crystal closed for a short time, John Rocha's designs became available again when the brand relaunched.
He also used his design skills to create the interiors of buildings. He designed the inside of the Morrison Hotel in Dublin and the Orion Building in Birmingham.
Awards and Recognition
John Rocha has received many important awards for his work.
- In 1993, he was named 'Designer of the Year' at the British Fashion Awards. This was a big achievement in the fashion world.
- In 2002, he was made a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE). This honor recognized his important contributions to the British fashion industry.
- In 2008, he received a 'Special Award' at the Ernst and Young Irish Entrepreneur of the Year Awards.
- In 2015, he was given the 'Outstanding Achievement in Art & Design' award at The Asian Awards.
Fashion Shows and Retirement
John Rocha regularly showed his new collections at London Fashion Week, which happens twice a year. He had his own lifestyle store on Dover Street in London, which opened in 2006. His design business, called Three Moon Design, is based in Dublin.
In 2014, after showcasing his Spring/Summer collection, John Rocha announced he was stepping back from London Fashion Week. He said he wanted to live life on his own schedule, rather than the busy fashion calendar.
John Rocha's Family Life
John Rocha lives in Dublin with his wife, Odette Gleeson. They also have a second home in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, a lovely place in southern France.
His daughter, Simone Rocha, has also become a very successful fashion designer, following in her father's footsteps. His son, Max Rocha, is a talented chef and owns a popular restaurant in east London called Cafe Cecilia.
See also
- List of people on the postage stamps of Ireland
