Pär Engsheden

Pär Engsheden is a program manager for the fashion program and Lecturer in Fashion Design at Beckmans School of Design. He graduated from the same institution in 1991 and has been a guest teacher and supervisor there since 1994. His expertise lies in haute couture, precision tailoring, and classical elegance. He is a Royal Court Supplier and has received prestigious awards, including the Royal Medal Illis Quorum (2013) and Stockholm Master Tailor Guild Membership. His research explores couture’s role in contemporary contexts, exemplified by his exhibition at the National Museum (2020) featuring dresses designed for Sara Danius of the Swedish Academy.

Education:

• Completed Beckmans School of Design's fashion program (1988–1991)

Research Interests: The intersection of traditional craftsmanship and modern design, couture’s cultural significance, and textile innovation. His work bridges historical techniques with contemporary artistic expression.

Awards:

• Royal Medal Illis Quorum (2013)
• Stockholm Master Tailor Guild Membership
• Ellegalan Honorary Laureate (2011)

Advising & Grants: Long-term mentorship through guest lectures and supervision at Beckmans School of Design. His 2020 National Museum exhibition was part of a research project analyzing couture’s evolving role in modern society.

Labs/Teams: Research projects at Beckmans focusing on couture’s cultural and historical dimensions, leveraging his expertise to connect theory and practice.