Born in Singapore to Nepali parents
Prabal Gurung
प्रवल गुरुङ
Nepalese-American fashion designer based in New York City, known for his eponymous label since 2009
Currently Founder and Creative Director, Prabal Gurung (label)
About
Prabal Gurung grew up in Kathmandu. He attended a Jesuit school there. He then trained in fashion in New Delhi, and later in New York. In New York, he worked under designers including Donna Karan, and at the house Bill Blass, before launching his own label.
Prominent public figures have worn his designs. He has become one of the most visible Nepali-American public figures internationally.
Quick facts
- Born
- 1974
- Birthplace
- Singapore
- Profession
- Fashion designer, Author
- Current role
- Founder and Creative Director, Prabal Gurung (label)
- Nationality
- Nepal
- Status
- Alive
Current roles
Founder and Creative Director
Prabal Gurung (label)
Vice Chairman
Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) · since 2024-12
Previous roles
Creative Director
Tasaki · 2017
Design Director
Bill Blass
Education
National Institute of Fashion Technology
Parsons School of Design
Career & life timeline
- 1974
- 1999
Moved to New York and enrolled at Parsons School of Design
- 2009
Launched his eponymous label, Prabal Gurung, at New York Fashion Week
- 2017
Became creative director for Japanese jewelry house Tasaki
- 2024-12
Became vice chairman of the Council of Fashion Designers of America
- 2025-05
Released his memoir, Walk Like a Girl
Achievements
Launched his eponymous fashion label at New York Fashion Week
2009Co-founded House of Slay
Awards & honours
Ecco Domani Fashion Fund Award
CFDA Swarovski Award for Womenswear
Organizations & affiliations
- Prabal Gurung (label)
- House of Slay
- Council of Fashion Designers of America
Last updated: 2026-09-02