Meryll Rogge Breaks Barriers: First Woman to Snag Designer of the Year at Belgian Fashion Awards!

OMG! You won't believe who just snagged the top spot at the 2024 Belgian Fashion Awards! The talented Meryll Rogge is turning heads and making waves on the international fashion scene without losing her unique touch. This gender-fluid fashion goddess has achieved something no other woman has: winning the designer of the year award! Check out the full scoop here.

This fashion icon, originally from Ghent, dreamed of being an illustrator before switching from paintbrushes to fabric swatches in New York City. After conquering the fashion world with Marc Jacobs and Dries van Noten, she launched her own brand in 2020. And trust us, the world has noticed. Some of her incredible pieces have even made it to the MoMu Antwerp museum!

It's a big year for women in fashion! Marina Yee took home the jury prize, proving she's still at the top of her game. She’s no stranger to the spotlight, having been part of the iconic Antwerp Six.

Newcomer Marie Adam-Leenaerdt is another name you should know. Crowned emerging talent of the year, her brand is already making waves at Paris Fashion Week, and she's a finalist for multiple prestigious awards.

And let's not forget the fabulous accessories winner, Stephanie D’heygere, who’s crafting everything from jewelry with Jean Paul Gaultier to unique collaborations with fashion houses across the globe.

More jaw-dropping talent has been recognized, including textile designer Daniel Henry and the sustainable fashion trendsetter RE Antwerp. Even La Cambre’s Célestin Verheyden and the charming Four Roses label got their moment in the sun!

The whole glam event, organized by Flanders DC, MAD Brussels, and other fab names, just goes to show how insanely talented and diverse today’s fashion industry is. Want more? Dive into the fashion revolution and join the buzz!