When it comes to people from Nottingham who have gone on to great things, Sir Paul Smith is right up there with the very best.
Sir Paul - who was born in Beeston in July 1946 - is arguably one of the most influential fashion designers in British history.
These days the Paul Smith brand is sold in more than 60 countries around the world and employs over 1,200 people, but the designer’s story started right here in Nottingham.
The 78-year-old opened his first shop in Nottingham’s Byard Lane in 1970, which sold established clothing labels alongside some of his own designs.
In 2000, Sir Paul was knighted after nearly three decades as a menswear icon.
Like so many Nottingham-born celebrities, Sir Paul has always stayed true to his local roots and even had one of the city’s trams named after him last month.
We’ve picked out seven places in Nottingham that have helped to shape Sir Paul’s life and career.
Let us know how many you’ve been to!
These days the Paul Smith brand is sold in more than 60 countries around the world and employs over 1,200 people, but the designer’s story started right here in Nottingham.
5. Nottingham Contemporary
Discussing his favourite places in the city during a 2012 interview with Visit Nottinghamshire, Sir Paul said: "Nottingham Contemporary is an impressive gallery in the Lace Market. They always have very interesting exhibitions and events and there is also a very nice café and shop. The building itself is very curious, the outside of which is imprinted with a traditional Nottingham lace pattern." | John Sutton Photo: John Sutton
6. Wilkinson Street Tram Depot
In October 2024, Sir Paul paid a visit to the Wilkinson Street Tram Depot for the official unveiling of a tram named after him. Other NET trams are named after local celebrities including Vicky McClure and Torvill and Dean. | John Sutton Photo: John Sutton
7. Broadway Cinema
In 2006, Sir Paul opened the Paul Smith Auditorium at the Broadway Cinema. It has seats covered in Paul Smith stripes. | Robert Parker Photo: Robert Parker