Scott Morrison (designer)
Scott Morrison | |
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| Born | Palm Springs, California, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Fashion designer, business leader |
| Years active | 1995–present |
| Known for | Pioneer of high-end denim in the American market; founder of Paper Denim & Cloth, Earnest Sewn, 3x1; CEO and Creative Director of Evisu; co-founder of Radmor |
Scott Morrison is a U.S.-based designer and business leader recognized for pioneering the introduction of high-end denim within the American market. He established several influential denim labels, such as Paper Denim & Cloth, Earnest Sewn, and 3x1. Morrison also held the positions of CEO and Creative Director at the Japanese fashion brand Evisu. Moreover, he co-founded Radmor, a golf lifestyle company emphasizing eco-friendly practices.
Early life and education
Originating from Palm Springs, California, where both of his parents were educators, Morrison took up golf at the age of 11. After completing his studies at Palm Springs High School, he secured a scholarship to compete in Division 1 golf at the University of Washington. He attended this institution from 1990 through 1995, earning four varsity letters during his collegiate athletic career.
Career
Following his graduation, Morrison began working in late 1995 for Derek Andrew, a clothing firm based in Seattle. By 1997, he relocated to New York City to join a new sector within Mudd Jeans. Two years later, in 1999, he launched Paper Denim & Cloth. In 2004, he departed to create Earnest Sewn.
Morrison assumed the role of CEO and Creative Director at Evisu in 2009. Subsequently, in 2011, he founded 3x1—the first custom denim tailoring service in SoHo, New York City.
In 2019, he took on the roles of co-producer and host for the denim documentary series Common Thread. The next year, Morrison partnered with former University of Washington teammate Bob Conrad to establish Radmor, a golf lifestyle brand dedicated to stylish and sustainable apparel.