Prabal Gurung is being tapped to design new uniforms for All Nippon Airways group's 60th anniversary last year. ANA surely chose New York based-Gurung in a bid to show its global aspirations, and it helps that he is one of the hottest commodities on the market, as a young up-and-comer with some major notches on his belt. He's already claimed fame with clients such as First Lady Michelle Obama, Prince William's wife, Kate Middleton, and Lady Gaga among others. He does also have some ties to Japan — he is currently chief designer of Onward Kashiyama-owned brand ICB NY.
The ANA uniforms will be revealed within the year with a 2014 rollout — some keywords being thrown around regarding the design include "sparkle" and "trust." About 10,000 employees are getting the upgrade — and no one turns down a bump up. M.J.
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