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When John Galliano graduated from London’s Central St Martins School of Art in the early eighties he was a shy young designer with a quiet confidence who was already showing signs of future acclaim. Early in his career commercial success was elusive. Then, he created fashion history when he was named head designer of Givenchy. In short succession he was named to the even more prestigious position of creative director at the legendary house of Christian...
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What began in Florence in the 1920s as a small family-owned leather goods business quickly because the pioneering symbol of Italian craftsmanship and style throughout the world. Gucci was and is the ultimate in luxury goods for the influential and famous. The label was the epitome of high style until the late 1970’s when bad business decisions and family disagreements brought the company on the verge of bankruptcy. Tom Ford and Domenico de Sole...
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Narciso Rodriguez exploded onto the international fashion scene in 1997 with exquisitely tailored, sexy clothes for real women. Bucking the trends each season, he delivers sculptural, modern style that compliments what’s already in his client’s closet and as well as earning him celebrity fans along the way. With the backing of fashion giant, Liz Claiborne, in 2007, Rodriquez is poised to make a permanent mark on the fashion business.
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Perhaps the most well-regarded designer of recent years is Alber Elbaz. The Moroccan-born designer with a penguin-like waddle was destined for fashion early on. At the age of 26, Elbaz moved to New York City and landed a job with respected American designer Geoffrey Beene. Elbaz left New York in 1997 when he accepted an offer to design for Guy Laroche. Within a year, his talents were noticed by Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Berge, and Elbaz was offered...
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Despite a history that goes back to just over 150 years, at Burberry the biggest headlines have happened in the last 10. For more than a century the house was known for two things: durable trench coats and its signature plaid. In 1997 C.E.O. Rose Marie Bravo hired Roberto Menichetti to bring a fashion edge to the label; in 2001 she upped the ante even further when she replaced him with Christopher Bailey, a young man from Yorkshire .
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After consistently keeping Gucci at the top of the game for over a decade, in 2004, Tom Ford and Domenico de Sole – the powerhouse duo who revived the stale brand in the late 20th century – stepped down from their posts due to breakdowns in contract negotiations. The fashion world was thrown into a tizzy, wondering who could step into their dauntingly successful shoes. Designer Alessandra Facchietti was brought in to design womenswear. She lasted...
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Belgian-born designer Olivier Theyskens launched his first collection in 1997 after abandoning his studies at the famed La Cambre School of visual arts in Brussels. He quickly became known for his gothic glamour. In 2002 Theyskens took over at the house of Rochas, a dusty maison in need of a fresh, youthful eye, and his dramatic, and now more romantic collections, were received with acclaim.
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For more than 35 years Emanuel Ungaro has been on a quest to seduce women. His love affair with women has translated into a multimillion dollar empire, and his dedication is evident not only in his designs, but in every aspect of his work. Spring 2001 would be the last time that Ungaro would take a solo bow on his ready-to-wear runway. In Fall 2001 Ungaro came out on the runway with his young protégé, Giambattista Valli. Ungaro was handing over...
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In 1978 Miuccia Prada inherited the family’s leather goods business from her mother and quickly expanded the company into one of the most talked-about clothing and accessories lines in Italy. Prada is always ahead of the times, and her individual style is often translated into trends by her contemporaries. In 1992, Prada branched out with a successful secondary line, Miu Miu, followed by Prada Sport, a menswear line, and a lingerie line. Miuccia’s...
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Vera Wang did what many thought was impossible; she brought style to what was formerly a fashion wasteland – the bridal industry. By stripping away gratuitous ribbons and bows and adding a modern touch, she’s become a household name, and has built a business worth well over 300 million dollars. Educated at Chapin, Sarah Lawrence College, and the Sorbonne in Paris, at age 23 Vera was the youngest fashion editor ever at Vogue magazine; a stint that...
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Known as the “Queen of Minimalism,” German designer, Jil Sander’s strong, modern sensibility and highly sophisticated fabric choices won her critical and commercial success in the late 20th century. Her distinct combination of masculine and feminine design elements crafted looks that were powerful but subtly sexy at the same time. Though Sander left the label that bears her name, it still lives on, earning critical acclaim for the conceptual...
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Filled with lavish parties, celebrity entourages and miles of platinum blond hair, the glamorous life of Donatella Versace personifies the daring, brazenly sexy brand built by her brother Gianni Versace. Sadly, it was Gianni’s tragic death in July of 1997 that catapulted Donatella to the helm of the Versace Empire. Donatella has perfected the show-stopping red carpet gown and secured her role as one of the world’s top designers.
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With twelve product lines and revenues over one billion dollars, Giorgio Armani has been dubbed the ‘Rei di Italia’---the King of Italy. His reign began in 1975, and with the introduction of his unstructured jacket in the eighties, Armani revolutionized fashion and became a household name. The Armani look is instantly recognizable – menswear-inspired womenswear…understated elegance…the ultimate sophistication. The “King” is the go-to...
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As many may already know, Sonia Rykiel is the woman who played a key role in introducing Robert Altman to the world of fashion. Ten years have passed since Altman attended the Sonia Rykiel show that gave him the idea for his film Pret-a-Porter, however Sonia’s clothes still continue to steal the scene. Sonia’s career began when she struggled to find stylish clothing during her pregnancy and began designing for herself. Without any formal training,...
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London’s “King of Bling”, Julien Macdonald, initially found fame as a knitwear designer. His cobweb-like creations caught the eye of Karl Lagerfeld, who hired him to spin his gossamer-fine fantasies for the Chanel and Lagerfeld collections from 1996-1998. Macdonald launched his namesake line in 1997, and his work has expanded beyond just knits – he has instilled a sense of high-octane glamour into London Fashion Week. In 2001, to the surprise...
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The house of Celine has been synonymous with French elegance and luxury, with roots dating back to after World War II. Fine leather accessories and classic sportswear designs are its heritage. Yet, for more than fifty years, the Celine collection was designed by creative teams, then in 1997, American designer Michael Kors brought new excitement to the brand. Today designer Ivana Omazic points Celine toward the future.
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The genius of Gianni Versace was his unification of contemporary culture and high art into clothes that were daring, sexy and exuberantly colored. His stunning collections were a tangible expression of his “joie de vivre” which was tragically cut short in 1997 when he was murdered outside his Miami home. But Gianni left a design empire to his family who has continued the line and his legacy. This special program covers the scope of his two decades...
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Created in 1952 by Gaby Aghion, the house of Chloe projected a bohemian spirit from its very beginning. In 1966 the 28 year-old Karl Lagerfeld became head designer at the luxury pret-a-porter house. He left in 1983 and Martine Sitbon spent 5 years at the helm. Lagerfeld returned in 1992 and stayed on at the house until 1997 keeping Chloe on its cutting edge course. Since then a string of young designers have stepped in to continue the tradition, most...
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From the moment he launched his eponymous line in 1963, Geoffrey Beene garnered much praise – and more awards and honors than any other American designer – for his sleek, minimalist designs. With an education in medicine, Beene’s knowledge of the body and movement shaped his design aesthetic. He offered women something different: sportswear-influenced clothes with a couture-like cut. Beene abhorred trends and instead, each season built on the...
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