Paul Vasileff - 2nd August
Paul Vasileff
Young Australian of the Year SA for 2017 - Paul Vasileff began creating at the age of 11, after spending his childhood beside his grandmother watching her sew. As a teenager, he created stunning formal gowns for friends. At the age of 17 he released his first fashion collection. A graduate of the renowned Europeo Istituto di Design in Milan, Paul launched his label Paolo Sebastian in Adelaide and has become an international success with his stunning gowns appearing on red carpets across the globe.
His gowns are glorious, hand-made creations that are created around fables and fairy tales. Silky, gorgeous, floaty frocks that are coveted in the fashion industry.
Paul has proven that local brands can survive and achieve, and is determined to keep his brand Australian. All his work is done locally in South Australia and flown around the world. He has stockists from New York to Kuwait.
At 27, he is tenacious and has a drive to succeed. His story will inspire and encourage you to work hard and work local to achieve global success. Paul’s story embodies following your dreams, and that adhering to your beliefs will be rewarded.