Prada's Man

PRADA's shows alway bring an interesting model face to the fore, and this season's menswear show was no exception; heralding the return of male model John Pearson - the only man to appear with the supermodels in George Michael's Freedom video - to the catwalk. Last seen walking for Valentino more than a decade ago when he was the face of the brand, Pearson was understandably more than a little nervous to be back. "There were a few nerves, but good nerves. It really felt great to be in the show," the model - represented by Premier - told us. "My pal John Rawlinson, another old boy, was also in the show and we share the same birthday, June 24 - which of course was the day of the show. So it was fun... and I got my eyebrows bleached too. The best moment was as we all were about to go on, the head menswear designer actually took the moment to check the models, offer a little word of encouragement and direction, but mostly thank them for being in the show! I've never seen, heard, or experienced this before and he did it with genuine respect and appreciation - for me, that was the highlight, pure class and humility. Bless him, a lovely man." A television show about his incredible career, as well as another high-profile fashion job, is on the cards - but not until he enjoys a well-deserved holiday. "London, Yorkshire and Devon for my in-laws' 50th anniversary," he said. "Followed by some more work."
















LAUREN MILLIGAN 26 June 2012
http://www.vogue.co.uk/news/2012/06/26/john-pearson-returns---prada-menswear-catwalk-model