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Coco Chanel
Gabrielle Bonheur 'Coco' Chanel (1883–1971) was a French fashion designer who revolutionized women's fashion by introducing a casual chic style that replaced the corseted silhouette. Chanel is best known for the little black dress, the Chanel suit, and Chanel No. 5 perfume.
Giorgio Armani
Giorgio Armani (born 1934) is an Italian fashion designer particularly noted for his menswear. Armani is known for his clean, tailored lines and understated style. He revolutionized the fashion industry with the introduction of the deconstructed jacket in the 1980s.
Donatella Versace
Donatella Versace (born 1955) is an Italian fashion designer and current vice president of the Versace Group. She took over the company after her brother Gianni Versace's death and maintains Versace's reputation with luxurious and bold designs, often featuring vibrant prints and sexy cuts.
Ralph Lauren
Ralph Lauren (born 1939) is an American designer known for his Polo Ralph Lauren brand. His designs reflect a classic American style, often inspired by British aristocracy and American West. Signature items include polo shirts, cashmere sweaters, and the quintessential navy blazer.
Tom Ford
Tom Ford (born 1961) is an American designer who first came to prominence for his role in turning around Gucci. Known for his sharp designs and clean lines, Ford's luxurious aesthetic extends into his own brand, with a focus on menswear, beauty, and accessories.
Yves Saint Laurent
Yves Saint Laurent (1936–2008) was a French designer who is celebrated for popularizing ready-to-wear and introducing the 'Le Smoking' tuxedo jacket for women. His style is associated with empowering fashion, merging masculine and feminine aesthetics.
Karl Lagerfeld
Karl Lagerfeld (1933–2019) was a German creative director, artist, and photographer best known for his association with Chanel after Coco Chanel. He modernized traditional designs and had his own eponymous brand which reflected his personal love for monochrome and high collars.
Christian Dior
Christian Dior (1905–1957) was a French fashion designer, founder of the Dior fashion house. Dior is renowned for his 'New Look' silhouette featuring rounded shoulders, a cinched waist, and a full skirt. His designs redefined post-war fashion and exuded femininity.
Gabriela Hearst
Gabriela Hearst (born 1976) is a Uruguayan-American fashion designer known for her sophisticated yet casual luxury designs. Her brand emphasizes impeccable craftsmanship and sustainability, with a commitment to using high-quality natural materials.
Alexander McQueen
Lee Alexander McQueen (1969-2010) was a British fashion designer known for his daring, edgy, and sometimes controversial runway shows. McQueen's signature styles included sharp tailoring, unique silhouettes, and a penchant for theatricality.
Vivienne Westwood
Vivienne Westwood (born 1941) is a British designer credited with bringing punk and new wave fashions into the mainstream. Westwood's designs are often known for their rebellious nature, historical influences, and unique tailoring.
Calvin Klein
Calvin Klein (born 1942) is an American fashion designer who founded the company that would later become Calvin Klein Inc. In addition to jeans, his minimalist designs are particularly known for underwear and fragrances.
Oscar de la Renta
Oscar de la Renta (1932-2014) was a Dominican-American fashion designer known for his feminine, elegant gowns and suits. His brand became synonymous with glamorous evening wear favored by celebrities and first ladies.
Miuccia Prada
Miuccia Prada (born 1949) is an Italian billionaire fashion designer and the head of Prada. Known for her avant-garde approach, Prada challenges fashion norms with her eclectic, intellectual style that often includes costly textiles and unconventional prints.
Marc Jacobs
Marc Jacobs (born 1963) is an American fashion designer and the head designer for Marc Jacobs and the former creative director of Louis Vuitton. His designs often include retro and classic styles with an unexpected twist.
Stella McCartney
Stella McCartney (born 1971) is an English designer known for her dedication to sustainability and animal rights in fashion. Her designs are characterized by sharp tailoring, natural confidence, and sexy femininity without using any leather or fur.
Valentino Garavani
Valentino Garavani (born 1932) is an Italian fashion designer best known for founding the luxury brand Valentino. His signature style comprises Valentino red dresses and meticulously crafted gowns that have become a fixture on the red carpet.
Jean Paul Gaultier
Jean Paul Gaultier (born 1952) is a French haute couture and prêt-à-porter designer known for his irreverent and eclectic designs. He popularized the use of unconventional models and developed iconic pieces such as the conical bra worn by Madonna.
Tory Burch
Tory Burch (born 1966) is an American fashion designer who launched her lifestyle brand under the same name. She is known for her boho-chic aesthetics, which include tunics, colorful prints, and focus on detailing and embellishment.
Diane von Fürstenberg
Diane von Fürstenberg (born 1946) is a Belgian-American fashion designer best known for her iconic wrap dress, which embodies independence and power for the modern woman. Her designs are recognized by their bold prints, practicality, and a celebration of the female form.
Gianni Versace
Gianni Versace (1946-1997) was an Italian fashion designer and founder of Versace, a leading international fashion house. He was known for his glamorous style, innovative prints, and the creation of supermodels.
Hubert de Givenchy
Hubert de Givenchy (1927-2018) was a French fashion designer who founded the luxury fashion and perfume house Givenchy. His style embraced elegance and simplicity, best exemplified by the little black dress designed for Audrey Hepburn in 'Breakfast at Tiffany's'.
Vera Wang
Vera Wang (born 1949) is an American fashion designer known for her elegant and sophisticated bridal wear. Her design ethos blends modern designs with traditional elegance, often playing with scale and proportion.
Pierre Cardin
Pierre Cardin (1922-2020) was an Italian-born French designer known for his avant-garde style and pioneering Space Age designs. Cardin favored geometric shapes and motifs, and was also one of the first designers to popularize ready-to-wear.
Elie Saab
Elie Saab (born 1964) is a Lebanese fashion designer who is famous for his evening gowns and dresses with intricate beading, lace, and embellishments. His designs are a staple at major red carpet events and are known for their feminine and romantic elegance.
Carolina Herrera
Carolina Herrera (born 1939) is a Venezuelan-American fashion designer known for her exceptional personal style and refined, elegant designs. She is particularly recognized for her bridal collections and timeless day wear.
Christian Louboutin
Christian Louboutin (born 1963) is a French fashion designer known for his haute couture footwear, especially high-heeled shoes with red lacquered soles. His innovative and luxurious shoe designs often integrate shiny, red-lacquered soles that have become his signature.
Hedi Slimane
Hedi Slimane (born 1968) is a French photographer and fashion designer, known for his work at Yves Saint Laurent and Celine. His signature style includes skinny silhouettes and an overall aesthetic that merges rock and roll with luxury fashion.
Phoebe Philo
Phoebe Philo (born 1973) is a British fashion designer celebrated for her work at Celine, where her designs were widely acknowledged for their minimalist yet feminine and structured aesthetic. She has a cult following for her discreet and functional designs.
Alexander Wang
Alexander Wang (born 1983) is an American fashion designer known for his urban-inspired designs and reinterpretation of basic items. His work is often characterized by contrast and his collections frequently include sportswear elements.
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