Fashion is the distinctive style in which people present themselves. Although it can mean a trend in footwear, accessories, makeup, hairstyle but is often more representative of clothing. High-end fashion becomes haute couture whereas a fashion disapproved by masses become a fad. Fashion is as fickle as a thought. The ever-changing fashion trends can make or break a designer. The top fashion designers anticipate trends, take risks and set trends that defy convention.

Who are the influential fashion designers in the industry?

• Alexander McQueen
• Calvin Klein
• Christian Dior
• Coco Chanel
• Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana
• Donatella Versace
• Donna Karen
• Giorgio Armani
• Miuccia Prada
• Ralph Lauren
• Kate Spade

What is Calvin Klein famous for?

• Calvin Klein is most famous for his clothing lines.
• The company produces ladies and men’s apparel, denim wear and underwears.
• An American fashion house established in 1968, it is a luxury goods manufacturer.
• The brand Calvin Klein deals in retail, commercial and haute couture garments also.
• The short version of Calvin Klein is CK, recognizable and popular all over the world.

What is Giorgio Armani and Emporio Armani?

• The difference lies in the branding. The entire outlook of the industry was changed by the creation of a brand ‘Armani.’
• Giorgio Armani is a high-end clothing line and very expensive whereas Emporio Armani caters to young customers so, is less expensive yet upscale.
• Emporio Armani comes under the umbrella of Giorgio Armani which has brands like AJ Armani Jeans, Armani Junior and few others catering to different requirements.
• Giorgio Armani is the world’s richest fashion designer with an estimated fortune of 7.6 billion dollars.

Who is Donatella Versace?

• Donatella Versace became the designer of Versus line gifted to her by her brother Gianni Versace in the 1980s.
• She became the artistic director of the company after her brother Gianni was murdered in 1997.
• Donatella was close to her brother Gianni.
• She was his muse and critic and helped him in his design work.
• Donatella was the first ever designer to rope in top celebrities to present her clothes on the catwalk.

When did the term the Little Black Dress (LBD) originate?

• The Little Black Dress is considered as the style statement piece.
• The term Little Black Dress originated from the house of Coco Chanel, a leading French designer in the 1920s although the dress itself has been the preferred choice of style icons through the centuries.
• LBD represents the impeccable style of the wearer – a kind of effortless elegance.
• Along with the LBD, the tweed jacket, cocktail necklace, and jersey made the designer famous for designing pieces that will not go out of fashion ever.

What is Ralph Lauren best known for?

• Ralph Lauren is an American clothing designer.
• He is best known for his sportswear line Polo Ralph Lauren.
• Polo, the brand now includes fragrances, home furnishings, luxury clothing, and dining.
• Ralph Lauren as a high brand represents the aesthetics of uber luxury life.

What do you need to know about Marc Jacobs?

• He is the head designer of the fashion label by his own name.
• Marc Jacobs was the fashion director of Louis Vuitton for more than 10 years.
• He was on the Time magazine’s list of 100 most influential people in the world.
• Jacobs was one of the first designers to establish street smart aesthetics with some prep and some couture.

Who designs for Alexander McQueen after his death?

• Alexander McQueen is a fashion luxury house in the UK.
• Founded by Alexander McQueen in 1992.
• Now after his passing away, Sarah Burton is the creative head of Alexander McQueen.