DAVID DIXON

Born in Toronto, Canada, and educated at the prestigious Ryerson University, to which he now sits on as an advisor to the board of directors, David Dixon enjoys tremendous media acclaim, standing out among his Canadian contemporaries as one of the leaders in fashion design.

In 1995, after an apprenticeship with the world-famous Canadian designer Alfred Sung, Dixon established his own label through the Toronto Fashion Incubator and began manufacturing and wholesaling his own line the following year. Soon after, Dixon launched his own Toronto-based design and production studio, but remains affiliated with the TFI and sits on its board as the president.

Dixon’s collection eludes quiet elegance. He believes women respond first to colour and texture. His simple and modern silhouettes allow him to explore with textiles, creating his own signature fabrics and searching the globe for new fabrications. Dixon’s clothing combines luxury with function, fantasy with sensibility. His collections have been shown across Canada, New York, and Germany.

Today, David Dixon’s designs are sold internationally and his innovative designs have won him a following in the worlds of film and fashion, including: Meg Ryan, Jeanne Beker, Wendy Crewson, Daria Werbowy, Ashley MacIsaac, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Paul Gross, Tre Armstrong, Kristin Booth, Ivana Santilli and Monika Schnarre.

More recently, Dixon has expanded his successful signature collection, and has partnered with several national and international brands to further the David Dixon label. His collaborations with the Town Shoes chain resulted in a nationally recognized David Dixon shoe line, while partnerships with the Shopping Channel and Mattel International have brought Dixon into other new and exciting arenas. This has reinforced Dixon’s belief that fashion is not just for the few, but rather for everyone.

The ever-growing presence of the David Dixon brand will continue to develop in the years to come. Currently the David Dixon Signature Collection can be found at The Bay, Holt Renfrew, and specialty boutiques across Canada.