Margherita Missoni facts for kids
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Margherita Missoni
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Missoni in 2014.
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Margherita Maccapani Missoni
February 22, 1983 Italy
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| Alma mater | Columbia University |
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Eugenio Amos
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| Children | 2 |
Margherita Maccapani Missoni Amos, born on February 22, 1983, is an Italian fashion designer and model. She is also an heiress to the famous Missoni fashion company. Her grandparents, Ottavio Missoni and Rosita Missoni Jelmini, started this company. Margherita lives in Montonate, Italy, near the main Missoni offices. She continues her design career there.
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About Margherita Missoni
Margherita Maccapani Missoni was born in Italy. She grew up in the Italian countryside. On weekends, she would often spend time in Milan.
Early Life and Education
Margherita studied philosophy at the Università Statale di Milano in Italy. She also attended Columbia University in New York. After moving to New York, she faced challenges when her school credits did not transfer easily. Because of this, Margherita decided to explore her love for theatre. She attended the Stella Adler acting school and the Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute.
Margherita's Fashion Career
Margherita Missoni has had a long career in fashion. She started by promoting the Missoni company at fashion events. She was an ambassador for the brand.
Becoming a Fashion Icon
When she was 20, Harper's & Queen magazine named her one of the world's 100 most beautiful women. She later became the face of Missoni advertising campaigns. She described this as a "natural evolution" in her journey with the brand.
Working with Missoni Design
Since 2009, Margherita became more involved with the Missoni brand. She joined the design team. She followed in the footsteps of her mother, Angela, who was the company's Creative Director.
Awards and New Ventures
In 2014, Margherita received the America Award from the Italy-USA Foundation. This award recognized her efforts in strengthening the relationship between Italy and the United States.
In 2015, she started her own clothing line for children. She also worked with other brands on special projects. In October 2018, she became the creative director for the M Missoni brand.
Margherita's Family Life
Margherita has a very close relationship with her family. She feels especially connected to her sister and her mother.
Marriage and Children
On June 23, 2012, Margherita married Eugenio Amos. He is a race car driver. Their wedding took place in Brunello, Italy. The couple welcomed their first son, Otto Hermann Amos, on September 6, 2013. Their second son, Augusto, was born on May 15, 2015. Margherita and Eugenio separated in 2022. She is now in a relationship with Marcantonio Brandolini d'Adda.
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