American Designers

Highest paid fashion executive in the US Self-taught designer of men’s tailored clothing. Highest paid fashion executive in the US Self-taught designer of men’s tailored clothing.

Designer jeans. Risqué advertising. Very prominent American designer.

Upscale women’s, men’s suits and sportswear. 7 CFDA¹ awards. Sold her financial aspect to LVMH². 1 Council of Fashion Designers of America 2 Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy

Known for couture bridal designs. Began as a senior editor for Vogue.

Sean John collection of boy’s and men’s wear. Earned $100 million per year for his first two years.

First American designer to introduce pinstripes and houndstooth into womenswear. Died from cancer in 2002.

Texas native relocated to Paris. Creative director for Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent who is credited for saving those companies; Recently resigned. One of the most influential designers ever.

Classy “preppy” styles for men and women. Began by designing wide neckties.

Regarded as the patron saint of vintage New York chic. Known for simple wool dresses with a high round neckline, sequined cocktail dresses, and sailor motifs.

Italian Designers

Sister of Gianni Versace and continued the business after his death. Features –Electric colors –Sensuous fabrics –Clingy silhouettes –Bold sexiness

Muccia Prada Mime turned fashion mogul. Added womenswear after inheriting the family business.

Valentino Consistent popularity for 4 decades. Vintage gowns considered collectable. –Ex. Julia Roberts’ black gown with white piping for Oscar night 2001.

French Designers

Oscar de la Renta Known for women’s streetwear and evening gowns. Designed first in Paris  then New York.

Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel Signature Chanel jacket One version of the “little black dress”

Christobal Balenciaga Known for: –H–Huge coats –C–Chemise dresses –P–Pillbox hats –L–Long full skirts

Hubert de Givenchy First designer of haute couture to introduce women’s ready-to-wear. Legendary friendship with Audrey Hepburn who became the brand’s ambassador.

British Designer

Mary Quant One of the originators of the mod look. Which included: –Miniskirts –Vinyl boots –Geometric patterns –Strong colors.