2. The fashion world is driven by some of the
most inspiring and creative designers whose
designs have been appreciated by all and
sundry. Check out the top 10 fashion
designers in the world, who have given a new
dimension to the world of fashion.
3. Marc Jacobs
A top-notch American fashion
designer, Marc is the head
designer of famous brands Marc
Jacobs and Marc by Marc Jacobs.
Previously, he was the creative
director of French design house
Louis Vuitton and his designs
turned Louis Vuitton into a
fashion powerhouse from a
luggage firm.
4. Kate Spade
If you love handbags, then Kate
Spade is definitely your best
friend. Born in Kansas, Kate
started her journey in the
fashion world by designing
handbags and co-founded Kate
Spade Handbags along with Joel
Franklin in 1993. In 1996, she
was awarded America's New
Fashion Talent in Accessories,
for her designs by the Council of
Fashion Designers of America.
5. Tom Ford
Tom Ford is not just a fashion
designer, but also a movie
director. Tom gained
prominence after turning the
fortunes of Gucci from near
bankruptcy. After leaving Gucci,
he launched his line of
menswear, eye-wear and other
accessories.
6. Donatella Versace
A noted Italian fashion designer,
Donatella took the Versace Group
to new heights after the death of
her brother Gianni Versace.
Donatella ensured that Versace
has its presence in major fashion
centers around the world.
Presently, she is the VicePresident as well the chief
designer of the Versace Group.
7. Valentino Garavani
Valentino started his career in
1959 when he established his
own fashion house in Rome.
Valentino became famous for
designing dresses for Jacqueline
Kennedy and since then he has
designed clothes for many
famous and powerful people.
8. Ralph Lauren
A legendary fashion designer, Ralph is best known for
the Polo Ralph Lauren clothing brand. He is credited
for inventing the first polo style logo for women's
suit that was designed around the men's classic style.
This became a rage and he is one of the first fashion
designers to formulate the short sleeve shirt with
the polo emblem.
9. Giorgio Armani
Giorgio has been in the fashion world for over four
decades and he is known for his clean, tailored lines.
He began his career as a window dresser and later
shifted his focus to menswear. Giorgio is also known
for his marketing skills in the fashion world.
10. Betsey Johnson
A famous American designer, Betsey is known for her
feminine and whimsical designs. She designed her
first line of clothes way back in 1970 and they
became hugely popular among rock and roll musicians.
She has also forayed into designing bags, accessories
and scarves.
11. Karl Lagerfeld
Karl is a renowned German fashion designer, whose
trademark high starched collars, black glasses and
white hair make him easily recognizable in the world
of fashion. Karl is also a well-known artist and
photographer.
12. Jean Paul Gaultier
A famous French fashion designer, Jean served as the
creative director of Hermès from 2003 to 2010.
Apart from owning several labels, Jean has also
licensed a line of perfumes in association with Puig.
