Mark Fast
Mark Fast is a London-based womenswear label founded by Canadian designer Mark Fast, a Central Saint Martins graduate. It is known for innovative, body-contouring knitwear and knit dresses.
| Designer | Mark Fast |
|---|---|
| Born | Manitoba, Canada |
| Education | Central Saint Martins, BA and MA |
| Base | London |
| Signature | Innovative knitwear |
| Website | markfast.com |
What is Mark Fast?
Mark Fast is the eponymous label of a designer born in Manitoba, Canada, who grew up near Winnipeg. After a year studying pattern cutting and garment making at Seneca College in Toronto, he completed his BA and MA at Central Saint Martins in London, graduating in 2008. The label is based in London.
Products and positioning
Fast's signature is knitwear technology: he blends contemporary yarns such as Lycra into traditional knit stitches to create form-fitting dresses and textured pieces. Collections mix knit dresses, from fishnet bodycons to embellished styles, with bold, high-volume looks.
His Spring/Summer 2024 collection, Dawn to Dusk, took inspiration from desert sunsets and featured western references such as fringe, denim and leather alongside cut-out cowboy boots and neon accents.
History
The British Fashion Council supported his early London Fashion Week shows. His debut attracted attention when he cast plus-size models, and his designs have appeared in Vogue, Harper's Bazaar and Elle. Collaborations have included a line for Topshop.
Why it matters
Mark Fast is one of the designers who helped make technical knitwear a central part of London's fashion week identity.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Mark Fast from?
Mark Fast was born in Manitoba, Canada, and runs his label from London.
What is Mark Fast known for?
Mark Fast is known for innovative knitwear, particularly body-contouring knit dresses that blend Lycra into traditional stitches.