The recent Australia Day celebrations are a focal point for many proud Aussies but for Paul Vasileff they were particularly special as he was announced the 2017 Young Australian of the Year.
Paul Vasileff is an Old Scholar of Christian Brothers College in Adelaide. He graduated in 2007, showing great ability studying Art and Design at the school and finishing with a staggering collection of 54 unique items at his college fashion show.
Paul later pursued his design passion at the prestigious Istituto Europeo di Design in Milan, Italy before returning to Adelaide and establishing his own label - Paulo Sebastian - which has become well-known amongst celebrities like Kim Kardashian, Delta Goodrem and Kris Jenner.
From his early days at Christian Brothers College to becoming 2017 Young Australian of the Year, Paul has demonstrated that there are no limits when you dedicate your life to your passion.
Did you catch Channel 9's summer special of 'In the Garden with Kim Syrus' on 6 January?
If not, watch it here and see the gorgeous reception students from St Francis of Assisi School, Newton.
