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Coco Chanel
Introduced the 'little black dress' and popularized the sporty, casual chic as the feminine standard in the post-World War I era.
Christian Dior
Created the 'New Look' silhouette in 1947, defined by a narrow waist and full skirt, marking a return to opulence in post-war fashion.
Yves Saint Laurent
Known for creating the tuxedo suit for women ('Le Smoking') and ready-to-wear designs that democratized fashion in the 1960s.
Vivienne Westwood
Brought modern punk and new wave fashions into the mainstream during the 1970s and 1980s.
Gianni Versace
Known for his glamorous designs and the creation of supermodels in the 1980s and 1990s.
Alexander McQueen
Celebrated for his avant-garde and theatrical designs that combined innovation with respect for traditional tailoring.
Jeanne Lanvin
Developed a distinctive feminine and romantic style with elaborated trimmings, intricate embroideries, and beaded decoration in the post-World War I era.
Louis Vuitton
Popularized designer luggage and luxury leather goods during the 19th century, setting the foundation for modern luxury fashion brands.
Valentino Garavani
Became famous for his red dresses, the so-called 'Valentino red,' and designed wedding dresses for icons like Jackie Kennedy.
Donatella Versace
Continued the Versace brand's legacy through her collaboration with contemporary artists and use of digital technology in fashion after her brother's passing.
Karl Lagerfeld
Revitalized Chanel by infusing modern touches into the brand's classic designs, as well as for his work with Fendi and his own eponymous label.
Calvin Klein
Known for minimalist designs and clean, modern lines, particularly in denim and underwear in the 1970s and 1980s.
Tom Ford
Revamped Gucci in the 1990s with a more modern, sexy aesthetic, and later developed his own successful brand.
Ralph Lauren
Defined the American lifestyle brand with his Polo line, known for its preppy style and iconic polo player logo.
Diane von Furstenberg
Rose to fashion acclaim in the 1970s with the invention of the wrap dress, which symbolizes power and independence for women.
Hubert de Givenchy
Known for elegant simplicity and refined designs; famous for dressing Audrey Hepburn and Jackie Kennedy.
Giorgio Armani
Introduced relaxed tailoring and neutral color palettes in the 1980s, creating a revolution in menswear with his unstructured suits.
Miuccia Prada
Transformed her family’s leather goods company into a luxury powerhouse known for its creative yet intellectual approach to fashion.
Jean Paul Gaultier
Brought punk fashion into the mainstream and challenged social norms with his innovative and sometimes controversial designs.
Elsa Schiaparelli
Known for her surreal designs, shocking pink color, and collaborations with artists like Salvador Dalí in the 1930s.
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