Scottish fashion designer who created looks for Rihanna and Kate Moss dies

Pam Hogg, the Scottish fashion designer who created looks for stars including Rihanna and Kate Moss, has died, her family has announced.

The designer was known for his eccentric and quirky designs, which have been worn by stars including Lady Gaga and Kylie Minogue.

In a statement posted on Instagram, her family said they were “deeply saddened” to announce “the passing of our beloved Pamela.”

His family said Hogg died “peacefully” in a hospice, surrounded by “dear friends and family”.

Hogg is believed to be in his 60s, but he told the Guardian in 2018 that he did not publicly disclose his age.

No cause of death was given, but her family said they “would like to thank all the staff at St Joseph’s Hospice, Hackney for the beautiful support they provided to Pamela in her final days”.

He said, “Pamela’s creative spirit and work touched the lives of many people of all ages.” “She leaves a wonderful legacy that will continue to inspire, delight and challenge us to live beyond the boundaries of tradition.”

The statement concluded: “Pamela will live on in our hearts and minds. A wonderful life lived and loved.”

Broadcaster Fearne Cotton was among those to pay tribute in the comments on Instagram, writing: “Pam. Oh Pam. What a pleasure it was to know you. I’ll miss you Pam.”

Menswear designer Mr Kim Jones wrote: “Love you Pam, you were so strong to the end our warrior queen.”

TV presenter Andy Oliver and actress Gwendoline Christie were among others who commented, while designer Bella Freud said: “How sad to think of the fashion world without her dazzling talent.”

Garbage singer Shirley Manson described Hogg as “our revered Scottish fashion queen”.

“Talent, courage and an extraordinary, explosive sense of humor that always propelled you forward with tremendous force.

“The iconoclastic and brilliant Dr. Hogg may have left the runway, but you will be found in the long and storied history of British fashion and the imaginative, pioneering work of every fashion designer who came in his era.”

Hogg, born in Paisley, studied fine art and printed textiles at the Glasgow School of Art.

She went on to study at the Royal College of Art in London and launched her first fashion collection, Psychedelic Jungle, in 1981. It was inspired by the strict dress code and atmosphere of London’s Blitz Club in the early 1980s.

Hogg told the BBC’s Kirsty Wark: “When I was about five years old, I started making clothes with the help of my neighbors – more wealthy neighbours, but they were probably not that rich, just better off than us. And I was really creating my own look from then on.”

The designer’s clothing as well as her personal visual identity included futuristic aesthetics, bold hair, punk sensibilities, and a strong sense of bisexuality.

One of her most memorable contributions to fashion is her interpretation of the catsuit.

It became a signature of his aesthetic and he continued to create catsuits for stars such as Minogue, Rihanna and Lady Gaga throughout his career.

Supermodels Naomi Campbell and Claudia Schiffer and singers Jessie J, Björk, Siouxsie Sioux, Grace Jones and Kelly Rowland are among the other stars who have worn Hogg’s designs over the years.

In 1989, Hogg opened his first standalone boutique on Newburgh Street, just off Carnaby Street in London.

Princess Diana once wore one of Hogg’s dresses, while Princess Eugenie wore one of his custom designs at Ascot in 2013.

In 2016, Hogg designed the iconography for the Brit Awards, creating 13 trophies featuring distinctive use of glitter and metallic tones.

Hogg was a musical artist in her own right and had supported Debbie Harry of Blondie and The Pogues before founding the band Dolls.

Additional reporting by Lola Schroer.