Fashion designer Brandon Maxwell praises women who helped him believe he 'could become anything' - ABC News
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Maxwell was awarded the CFDA 2019 Womenswear Designer of the Year.
The award-winning designer discusses the inspiration behind his clothing, Lady Gaga’s Met Gala look, and the new season of “Project Runway.”
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Many designers are inspired by celebrities. Brandon Maxwell
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Brandon Maxwell Photos Through the Years
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Designer Brandon Maxwell on Dressing Meghan Markle, Judging Project Runway, and Drawing Strength from His Mother
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Beyonce's Mom Slams Haters Who Accused Singer Of 'Lightening Her Skin
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Many designers are inspired by celebrities. Brandon Maxwell
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Brandon Maxwell Discusses His Emotionally-Charged Design Method
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Fashion Spotlight: Brandon Maxwell
It's a good season to be stylist and fashion designer Brandon
Brandon Maxwell gets emotional after a huge year of fashion
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Victoria Beckham Regrets Getting Implants When She Was Younger
Brandon Maxwell gets emotional after a huge year of fashion
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CMC Magazine Spring 2020 by Claremont McKenna College - Issuu
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Brandon Maxwell Launches First Ad Campaign for Fall 2016
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A History of Styling and Beautifying Black Stars
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NYFW: Lea Michele at Brandon Maxwell, Penn Badgley at Thom Browne