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Simon was born a couple of years after George Washington, but on the same day – 22 February. He learned sign language before he could speak either Afrikaans or English, as both his parents were deaf. With very little wealth as a child, he knew instantly that love and hard work should be the foundation of his existence. After studying Art, Graphic art, Hairstyling, Modelling and Paint techniques, he enrolled at the International Academy of Fashion where he majored in Pattern design, Textiles and Creative Styling. Through hard work, determination and an inborn enthusiasm to always make women look their best, he earned respect and admiration, as well as various nominations and awards. His natural insight into fashion and style lead to numerous appearances on television, in newspapers and leading magazines. With “Simon Rademan Fashion Design Studio”, he opened a design house that continues to inspire. His clients vary from businesswomen to celebrities, from matriculants to brides. Mr Rademan is now officially married to his life’s work, adores beautifying women and inspiring others, and has never looked back. He starts every day fresh and understands that the only constant is… change! Simon can set a table beautifully, loves entertaining and spending as much time with his friends, but can’t cook or bake.
Students and members of the media who are currently doing a project or article on fashion design, fashion, and/or about Simon Rademan as a designer, may submit all questions. We regret: no personal questions will be answered. click on images to enlarge Simon Rademan was born a couple of years after George Washington, but on the same day : 22 February.
He learned sign language before he could speak either Afrikaans or English, as both his parents were deaf. With very little wealth as children, he knew instantly that hard work and love should be the foundation of his existence. After matriculating, he left the beautiful town, Ceres, to complete his 2 year military obligation at Voortrekkerhoogte in Pretoria and Youngsfield.in Cape Town.
Simon understood that working in a bank for five years would afford him the opportunity to save money and to experiment with different part-time courses. He studied drama and starred in 12 plays (e.g.. Joseph and his amazing Technicolor dream coat). Art, Graphic art, Make-up, Hairstyling, Modeling and Paint techniques are some of the courses that prepared him for what he always knew would set his soul free. His designs for the female form would one day stop traffic!
His incredible quest for destiny started
at the International Academy of Fashion in Gauteng, where he majored
in Pattern Design, Textiles and Creative Styling. Right from
the start his designs earned the respect and admiration of those he
came into contact with. He registers Simon Rademan Fashion
Design Studio as a cc, and opens the door of a design house that
continues to inspire and set new trends. His clients
range from businesswomen to celebrities, from matric-ladies to those
who fall in love and get married. After 21 years in the fashion
industry, Simon Rademan undoubtedly became one of the most
respected fashion guru's in the south of Africa, and his reputation
as a creative stylist reaches far beyond expectations. His opinion about beauty, style and
etiquette is highly sought after by individuals,
trendsetters, and fashionistas. His
reputation as a talent scout and being
courageous in his opinion allowed him to be appointed as a national
judge for ambassadorial competitions such as Miss SA, Miss SA
Campus, Fashion TV, Miss Teen (JIP), Mrs SA, and many, many more
competitions. He specializes in exclusive, exquisite wedding dresses for local and international clients. Brides feel and look beautiful and chic in his simple yet (sometimes) richly embellished robes. They consider a Simon Rademan as a “must have” rather that “a would like to have”, thus making him a leading specialist in his field.
Through hard work, determination and an inborn enthusiasm to make women look their best, he receives various nominations and awards and appears on television programs, in newspapers and leading magazines which begin to honor his natural insight into fashion. He achieves further recognition from the public by appearing in a crossword puzzle as an outstanding couturier!
Simon Rademan celebrated his coming of age in an industry that he absolutely adores. His medley of styles is a tribute to all who supports him, and an inspiration to those joint in the fashion arena. He believes that “the ultimate in living is to respect and love yourself and to share that feeling with every single person that touches your life”.
His life’s motto is strongly personified by the words of JRR Tolkien: "All that is gold, does not glitter...all those who wonder, aren't lost. The old who are strong, do not wither, and deep roots are not reached by the frost."
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