Florida native Brian Burkhardt has taken out the first series of fashion focused reality TV show Project Accessory. The former sculptor took home $100, 000 in prize money to help make his designing dreams come true.
He’s already got a great head start on those plans, as Kenneth Cole promises to stock his distinctive unicorn handbag in stores across America soon.
In a recent interview with The Deadbolt, Burkhardt called winning the television contest “surreal,” and added that “it’s really amazing” to enjoy the kind of opportunities that come with the title. While Burkhardt always trusted in his abilities he didn’t expect the win. Throughout the competition he focused instead on the journey and doing his best in the challenges. When asked his secret Burkhardt modestly agreed that staying true to himself was the key factor of his success.
“I didn’t compromise what was my aesthetic and what I needed to do,” he explained.
At the program’s close Burkhardt promised “more crazy shit.” While his signature collection isn’t likely to carry this colorful title we should see it in stores early next year. The line promises to be luxurious with plenty of exotic leathers. Burkhardt admits he’s a novice at working with the materials, but he’s got a little time to perfect his skills!
