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Yves Saint Laurent
Introduced the tuxedo suit for women known as 'Le Smoking', and popularized ready-to-wear fashion.
Coco Chanel
Introduced the 'Little Black Dress', Chanel No. 5 perfume, and popularized the Chanel Suit.
Giorgio Armani
Credited with pioneering red-carpet fashion and making the unstructured jacket a menswear staple.
Christian Dior
Launched the 'New Look' in 1947, characterized by narrow waists and full skirts, reviving the fashion industry post-WWII.
Vivienne Westwood
Credited with bringing modern punk and new wave fashions into the mainstream.
Miuccia Prada
Heads the Prada brand, known for its minimalist designs and luxurious fabrics that have become fashion staples.
Donna Karan
Known for her 'Essentials' line, which offered seven easy pieces that could be mixed and matched.
Gianni Versace
Known for creating bold, vibrant, and glamorous designs with signature Medusa logos and iconic prints.
Jean Paul Gaultier
Introduced the man-skirt and known for pushing the boundaries of gender norms in fashion.
Oscar de la Renta
Known for his opulent and beautifully detailed evening gowns beloved by royalty and movie stars.
Valentino Garavani
Known for luxurious designs, The Valentino Red dresses, and leadership in haute couture.
Ralph Lauren
Defined American style with his Polo Ralph Lauren brand, known for its preppy lines and classic elegance.
Tom Ford
Revitalized Gucci during the 1990s with his luxurious and sensual designs; launched eponymous brand.
Alexander McQueen
Known for his avant-garde and controversial runway shows, and extremely well-tailored designs.
Vera Wang
Renowned for her elegant wedding gown collection and skater costumes.
Calvin Klein
Pioneered designer jeans and underwear being seen as fashion items; minimalist, clean design aesthetic.
Diane von Fürstenberg
Famous for the invention of the wrap dress that is flattering on every body type.
Rei Kawakubo
Founder of Comme des Garçons, known for her avant-garde, often asymmetrical and deconstructed designs.
Elie Saab
Lebanese designer famous for his fairy-tale like gowns and intricately detailed designs.
Phoebe Philo
Renowned for her work at Céline, making it a brand known for minimalist designs that empower women.
Karl Lagerfeld
Reinvented the Chanel brand by updating the classic Chanel pieces with modern, unexpected elements.
Marc Jacobs
Known for his designs that mix preppy and grunge aesthetics.
John Galliano
Known for his own brand and his work with Givenchy and Dior, characterized by theatrical and flamboyant designs.
Tory Burch
She brought preppy-boho chic to the forefront of fashion with her accessible luxury designs, characterized by bold colors and prints.
Balenciaga
Cristóbal Balenciaga was known for his revolutionary shapes, such as the tunic, the sack, the 'baby doll', and the shift dress.
Stella McCartney
Known for her commitment to sustainability and animal-free materials in her high-end designs.
Hubert de Givenchy
French designer known for his elegant and ladylike fashions, including the creation of the 'little black dress' for Audrey Hepburn in 'Breakfast at Tiffany's'.
Zac Posen
Famed for his modern reinterpretation of classic Hollywood glamour; known for his sophisticated and figure-flattering gowns.
Hedi Slimane
Known for his work at Dior Homme and Saint Laurent, revolutionizing menswear with slimmer silhouettes and incorporating youth culture into luxury fashion.
Alexander Wang
Known for his urban designs that reflect a streetwear influence with a luxurious touch.
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