DanRobinson published Ilkeston fashion designer labelled 'the next Paul Smith' after...

Having already showcased his work in Hollywood, independent fashion designer Michael Wallace has had a successful start to his career – and now he's been dubbed "the next Paul Smith".The 26-year-old, of Ilkeston, was given the accolade by a panel of top businesswomen after they awarded him a £3,000 grant for his company in a Dragons' Den-style contest.Competing against seven other entrepreneurs to win financial backing, he surprised the panel of "angels" by...