Freedom of the City of London ‘tailor-made’ for Sir Paul Smith

· Sir Paul Smith recognised by City of London for outstanding contribution to British fashion and design · Legendary designer’s brand spans five continents, more than 50 countries and 1,700 points of distribution, with Paul Smith’s Foundation launched in 2020 to mark 50 years in business · “Truly wonderful to receive the Freedom of the City of London”: Sir Paul Smith on City’s recognition One of the most successful fashion designers of his generation, Sir Paul Smith, has received the Freedom of the City of London, in recognition of his outstanding contribution to British fashion and design. Sir Paul, who was nominated by the Chair of the Barbican Centre Board and former Lord Mayor, Sir William Russell, and the City Corporation’s Lead Member for SME growth in the City of London, Shravan Joshi, attended his ceremony at Guildhall today. From a single three-by-three-metre shop in Nottingham, Paul Smith has grown into a globally recognised design brand, with a presence across five continents, over 50 countries and 1,700 points of distribution. Paul Smith has remained ‘proudly independent for over 56 years, with the business continuing to reflect the vision and creative spirit of its fou

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