Ana is an award-winning British/Spanish fashion designer specialised in leathercraft who aspires to lead 'A Leather Revolution' through her brand ANA DEL RIO. She creates timeless contemporary leather garments primarily focused on the fusion of the rich tradition of leathercraft with the innovation of surface techniques which provoke a unique sensory experience.
Ana joined Cockpit Arts after receiving the 2024 Leathersellers’ Award. Other awards she has received include the Real Leather. Stay Different 2023: Overall International Joint Award; International People’s Choice Award; UK Overall Award and UK Apparel Award, the Graduate Fashion Week: Fashion Innovation Award 2023 and the Leathersellers’ Design Award 2023.
