This week’s style diary guest, Harrison Morgan, developed a love for design from his parents, both of whom had careers in fashion and fine art. His passion for fashion led him to New York City where he held a position as design assistant to head designers at Seventh Avenue, before launching his own label in 1992.
Sibylle Eschapasse: Describe your style.
Harrison Morgan: Colorful American classic with a British twist.
Ms. Eschapasse: If a close friend were to describe your personality in three words, what would they be?
Mr. Morgan: Friendly, imaginative, humorous.
Ms. Eschapasse: How did your style evolve since you were a teenager?
Mr. Morgan: The amazing accumulation of admiring and supportive friends I’ve had since adolescence coupled with travel to India, France, Italy, and various exotic cities has given birth to a broader willingness to experiment with new elements of design. I don’t tend to be too risky or attracted to flash-in-the-pan trends. I like the solid foundation of classical design as it has appealed to so many throughout time. The human body is a work of art in itself, and should be adorned to enhance its best features. I do like to stretch the imagination within the boundaries of what is beautiful, glamorous, luxurious.
Ms. Eschapasse: What is the wildest thing you ever wore?
Mr. Morgan: My Harrison Morgan designed gold lame pheasant feather brocade dinner jacket.
