Josephus Melchior Thimister Belgian fashion designer and decorator Date of Birth: 16.09.1962 Country: Belgium

Biography of Joseph Melchior Timister

Joseph Melchior Timister is a Belgian fashion designer and decorator, best known as the creator of the fashion label 'THIMISTER'. He was born in Maastricht, Netherlands, and his heritage includes Russian, French, and Belgian blood. Even as a child, Timister showed a remarkable passion for fashion, with his interest in the industry starting at the age of 4. Over time, Timister was able to turn his childhood hobby into a full-fledged career.

After graduating with distinction from the fashion department of the Royal Academy of Fine Arts Antwerp, Timister began working under the guidance of Karl Lagerfeld, the current creative director of 'Chanel' and his own fashion label. After parting ways with Lagerfeld, Timister joined Jean Patou, where he played a significant role in the creation of the haute-couture collections for the fashion house.

From 1987 to 1992, Timister worked as an illustrator and interior decorator, serving well-known fashion magazines such as 'Vogue', 'Vogue Déco', 'Elle Déco', 'World of Interiors', as well as private individuals, museum projects, and art exhibitions. In 1991, Timister became the art director for the ready-to-wear women's clothing line at Cristobal Balenciaga. The minimalist approach of Timister greatly influenced the new image of the fashion house.

After working with Balenciaga for 6 years, Timister moved to the Italian ready-to-wear label 'Genny', where he focused on creating classic military coats and dresses with diagonal cuts. His unconventional designs helped him establish a distinct style that stood out among the diverse fashion projects of that time.

In February 2005, Timister became the head designer of Charles Jourdan, succeeding Patrick Cox. Under Jourdan's leadership, Timister worked on surrealistic and whimsical projects. Alongside his work for prominent fashion houses, Timister continued to fulfill individual orders of varying levels. He was responsible for designing the collection 'Andy Warhol: Heroes & Icons', which was showcased throughout Europe in 2006. Additionally, Timister oversaw the creation process of a Swarovski handbag line.

Currently, Joseph Timister resides in Dublin, Ireland, occasionally traveling to Paris for his fashion house. His creations can be found in major retail stores and boutiques worldwide. As an exceptionally talented designer, Timister has received widespread recognition. In 2001, the editor-in-chief of American 'Vogue', Anna Wintour, included Timister in the list of the "21 best fashion designers in the world". Timister's collections consistently receive enthusiastic reviews and his former employers speak highly of him.