Francisco van Benthum

Dutch fashion designer Francisco van Benthum was born in 1972.
In 1995 he obtains a BA in Fashion Design at The Arnhem Academy of Art and Design, whereafter he assists the fashion designer Joe Casely-Hayford in London. Only two years later he launches a mixed haute couture label in association with Michiel Keuper under the name KEUPR/van BENTM.
He graduates a MA in Fashion Design in 1999 at the same Academy in Arnhem.Van Benthum participates in projects and exhibitions worldwide, and in fashion awards such as the International Festival des Arts de la Mode in Hyères (France) where he wins two prizes.
Since 2002 Van Benthum also works for the labels SO by Alexander van Slobbe, Puma and G-Star. In 2003 he launches his own first Men’s collection.
His vision, as a designer, is clearly seen in his elegant men’s collections that take the traditional menswear wardrobe as a starting point. Within the outline of the traditional menswear silhouette, Van Benthum shifts proportions and adds altered elements based on male stereotypes.
Both press and buyers showed a strong interest in Van Benthum’s previous presentations. His fully featured collections including formal and casual wear and a range of accessories and shoes have been warmly received.
With many sales points in The Netherlands, Francisco van Benthum is currently developping his label on an international level. His first own boutique was opened in January 2008 in Amsterdam.
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