Designers who were never afraid of challenging the boundaries of fashion and, as a result, created designs and trends that have inspired generations of designers who came after them.
Yves Saint Laurent
He was the first influential fashion designer to put women of color on the runway.
Calvin Klein
Klein turned into a commonly recognized name for his Denim and underpants line, as well as for his provocative and frequently disputable notices.
Christian Dior
His introduction of A-line, zigzag-line, Y-line, H-line silhouette is still important in fashion and haute couture.
Christian Louboutin
The second you see shoes with red soles, you immediately know, 'that is Christian Louboutin.' It's the most conspicuous design highlight on the planet.
Donatella Versace
Donatella was the first major fashion designer to use celebrities to walk the runway. She designed the iconic Jennifer Lopez “Jungle Dress” from the 2000 Grammy Awards.