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David Catalán
David Catalán is a Spanish fashion designer, born on September 28, 1989, in Alfaro, La Rioja, Spain. He is known for his work in menswear and is based in Oporto, Portugal.

Early Life and Education
David Catalán studied interior design at the School of Arts in Corella, La Rioja, Spain. He received his degree in Interior Design before pursuing further education in fashion and clothing design. His academic journey included studies at the School of Design of La Rioja - University of La Rioja in Logroño, Spain, and the Superior School of Arts and Design in Matosinhos, Oporto (ESAD). During his studies, he worked under the guidance of fashion designer Maria Gambina.

Career
In 2013, Catalán founded his own fashion brand. He first gained recognition in the fashion industry when he won the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Talent Award at the Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Madrid This award marked the beginning of his professional career in fashion design.

Catalán's design style is characterized by sporty silhouettes and the use of materials like denim. He is noted for his commitment to local production and craftsmanship, with all his creations being made in Portugal. His work has been showcased at various fashion events, including Portugal Fashion, ModaLisboa - Lisbon Fashion Week , and Milan Fashion Week

Throughout his career, Catalán has been involved in various collaborative projects in the fashion industry. He participated in The Future of Fashion Program, a joint initiative by Not Just a Label and the Who’s Next trade show. Additionally, his designs were featured in The Latest Fashion Buzz at Pitti Uomo 91, an event supported by Mini and covered by L’Uomo Vogue and GQ Italy

In 2023, Catalán was invited to design staff uniforms for the Ushuaïa Ibiza Beach Hotel. The collection, named "Ushuaïa by Mercedes-Benz Fashion Talent David Catalán," focuses on merging practicality with his signature design ethos, with an emphasis on sustainability.

Runways and Showrooms
Catalán's work has been featured in various international fashion events, including but not limited to:


 * Madrid Fashion Week
 * ModaLisboa SS15 - Lisbon Fashion Week
 * Bloom platform at Portugal Fashion, Lisbon
 * Altaroma - Rome Fashion Week
 * Milano Fashion Week
 * Portugal Fashion Week
 * Tranoï Event, Paris Fashion Week

Awards and Recognition
David Catalán has received several awards in the fashion industry, including:


 * Mercedes-Benz Fashion Talent ,
 * Muestra Nacional de Jóvenes Diseñadores de Moda de Cantabria
 * Best Women Suit, New Roots
 * Mediterranean Fashion Prize