Story of the Month: Erik Mortensen – A fashion pioneer from Frederikshavn

Erik Mortensen grew up in Frederikshavn, but his talent and ambition took him via Copenhagen to Paris – the absolute centre of the fashion world. Here he became head designer at the world-famous fashion house Balmain, where he created spectacular haute couture and designed dresses for celebrities and royalty.

The lecture provides an insight into Erik Mortensen's unique career, his sense of aesthetics and his diligence, as well as the personal successes and tragedies that shaped his life. A fascinating story about creativity, willpower and a boy from the provinces with international impact.