Gianni Versace was one of the most influential and innovative fashion designers of the 20th century. He was born on December 2, 1946 in Reggio Calabria. His mother Francesca was a dressmaker. Even as...
André Leon Talley – Fashion giant with a big heart
André Leon Talley was more than just a fashion journalist. He was a pioneer, a mentor, a friend and an inspiration to many in the fashion industry and beyond. Talley was born in Washington, D.C., in...
Franca Sozzani – The visionary of fashion
Franca Sozzani was one of the most influential and innovative figures in the fashion industry. As editor-in-chief of Italian Vogue, she shaped the magazine’s style and aesthetic for over three...
Jimmy Choo – The shoe designer who conquered the world
Jimmy Choo is one of the most famous and successful shoe designers in the world. His creations are popular not only with celebrities and fashionistas, but also with collectors and museums. Jimmy Choo...
Vivienne Westwood – Icon of British fashion
Vivienne Westwood was one of the most influential and provocative fashion designers in the world. She was born Vivienne Isabel Swire on April 8, 1941 in Tintwistle, Cheshire, England. She studied art...