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Which Italian fashion house is known for its criticism of the fashion system and has innovative, colorful, and eccentric designs?
Which Italian fashion house is known for its criticism of the fashion system and has innovative, colorful, and eccentric designs?
- Dolce & Gabbana
- Prada
- Moschino (correct)
- Gucci
Who is the Belgian designer known for being the creative director for Dior?
Who is the Belgian designer known for being the creative director for Dior?
Raf Simons
Which Chinese American designer is known for her Bridal Couture and used to be a fashion editor at Vogue?
Which Chinese American designer is known for her Bridal Couture and used to be a fashion editor at Vogue?
Vera Wang
Who is famous for the stiletto heel and 'Sammy red-bottoms'?
Who is famous for the stiletto heel and 'Sammy red-bottoms'?
Which designer served as creative director for Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent before focusing on his own label?
Which designer served as creative director for Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent before focusing on his own label?
Who designed the wedding dress for Carolyn Bessette and created a dress for Michelle Obama?
Who designed the wedding dress for Carolyn Bessette and created a dress for Michelle Obama?
Which Spanish-born French designer is known as the 'master of us all' and credited with the bubble skirt and bolero jacket?
Which Spanish-born French designer is known as the 'master of us all' and credited with the bubble skirt and bolero jacket?
Who was the British fashion designer and Savile Row tailor who took his life in 2010?
Who was the British fashion designer and Savile Row tailor who took his life in 2010?
Which English designer is credited with the invention of the miniskirt?
Which English designer is credited with the invention of the miniskirt?
Who is known for modern punk and new wave fashion, and whose husband managed the Sex Pistols?
Who is known for modern punk and new wave fashion, and whose husband managed the Sex Pistols?
Which French high fashion brand is known for the Little Black Dress and perfume No. 5?
Which French high fashion brand is known for the Little Black Dress and perfume No. 5?
Who is the French Haute Couture designer known for using unconventional models and designed the 'cone bra' for Madonna?
Who is the French Haute Couture designer known for using unconventional models and designed the 'cone bra' for Madonna?
Which former princess is credited with designing the iconic 'wrap dress'?
Which former princess is credited with designing the iconic 'wrap dress'?
Who are the design duo Jack and Lazaro known for their Parsons senior collection purchased by Barney's New York?
Who are the design duo Jack and Lazaro known for their Parsons senior collection purchased by Barney's New York?
What is the name of the Cuban-American husband and wife duo, with one being a fashion designer?
What is the name of the Cuban-American husband and wife duo, with one being a fashion designer?
Who is the Spanish shoe designer with no formal training?
Who is the Spanish shoe designer with no formal training?
Who is the Tunisian fashion designer who founded BCBG and acquired Herve Leger?
Who is the Tunisian fashion designer who founded BCBG and acquired Herve Leger?
Which French designer is labeled as the 'Queen of the Bias Cut'?
Which French designer is labeled as the 'Queen of the Bias Cut'?
Who is the Jewish American designer whose work was displayed at the Victoria and Albert Museum?
Who is the Jewish American designer whose work was displayed at the Victoria and Albert Museum?
Which Parisian Haute Couture designer is known for the pouf skirt and rose prints?
Which Parisian Haute Couture designer is known for the pouf skirt and rose prints?
Who is known for designing the Little Black Dress and was a muse for Audrey Hepburn?
Who is known for designing the Little Black Dress and was a muse for Audrey Hepburn?
Which Parisian fashion house is led by Creative Director Alber Elbaz?
Which Parisian fashion house is led by Creative Director Alber Elbaz?
Who is known for his color-blocked designs from the 1980s and presented his collection in Paris?
Who is known for his color-blocked designs from the 1980s and presented his collection in Paris?
Which shoe designer is known for using unique materials such as cork and lucite?
Which shoe designer is known for using unique materials such as cork and lucite?
Who is the Austrian designer known for the monokini?
Who is the Austrian designer known for the monokini?
Who is the fashion designer and co-founder of the Alice and Olivia brand?
Who is the fashion designer and co-founder of the Alice and Olivia brand?
Who is the founder of Comme des Garcons Co.Ltd in Tokyo?
Who is the founder of Comme des Garcons Co.Ltd in Tokyo?
Which American fashion designer and painter is known for his luxurious evening wear, 'chado'?
Which American fashion designer and painter is known for his luxurious evening wear, 'chado'?
Who is the Italian fashion designer known for his red dresses and evening wear?
Who is the Italian fashion designer known for his red dresses and evening wear?
Which French Couture designer is known for the 'Le Smoking' suit for women?
Which French Couture designer is known for the 'Le Smoking' suit for women?
Who is the French designer known for his modern approach and collaborations?
Who is the French designer known for his modern approach and collaborations?
Who is the American fashion designer known for her whimsical design aesthetic?
Who is the American fashion designer known for her whimsical design aesthetic?
Which American fashion designer worked under Perry Ellis and dressed Michelle Obama for the DNC Convention?
Which American fashion designer worked under Perry Ellis and dressed Michelle Obama for the DNC Convention?
Who is the shoe designer who started his business by selling outside of Market Week?
Who is the shoe designer who started his business by selling outside of Market Week?
Which Italian fashion house is known for its colorful knits?
Which Italian fashion house is known for its colorful knits?
Who is the English-born French designer known as the father of Haute Couture?
Who is the English-born French designer known as the father of Haute Couture?
Which Italian brand is known for high-end leather goods inspired by luxury luggage?
Which Italian brand is known for high-end leather goods inspired by luxury luggage?
Who is the Parisian designer known for freeing women from corsets?
Who is the Parisian designer known for freeing women from corsets?
Which French clothing company is known by the nickname 'the Crocodile'?
Which French clothing company is known by the nickname 'the Crocodile'?
Who is the designer credited with the 'American Look' and known for the dirndl skirt?
Who is the designer credited with the 'American Look' and known for the dirndl skirt?
Who was crowned 'Queen of the Knits' in American Fashion in 1967?
Who was crowned 'Queen of the Knits' in American Fashion in 1967?
Who is known for 'the New Look' with wasp waists?
Who is known for 'the New Look' with wasp waists?
Which designer is known for 'jet-set' sportswear and sold designs from his parents' basement?
Which designer is known for 'jet-set' sportswear and sold designs from his parents' basement?
Who is the Italian fashion designer known for linking music and fashion and had influence from Greece?
Who is the Italian fashion designer known for linking music and fashion and had influence from Greece?
Which fashion designer won awards for costuming 'Sex and the City'?
Which fashion designer won awards for costuming 'Sex and the City'?
What is the name of the minimal American fashion brand now owned by PVH?
What is the name of the minimal American fashion brand now owned by PVH?
Which French designer created the famous Little Black Dress for Demi Moore?
Which French designer created the famous Little Black Dress for Demi Moore?
Who is the Tunisian couturier and shoe designer notable for his celebrity clients?
Who is the Tunisian couturier and shoe designer notable for his celebrity clients?
Which American fashion designer started designing ties in 1967 and is known for 'store within a store' merchandising?
Which American fashion designer started designing ties in 1967 and is known for 'store within a store' merchandising?
Which Japanese designer is known for the 'Pleats Please' collection?
Which Japanese designer is known for the 'Pleats Please' collection?
Flashcards
Moschino's Style
Moschino's Style
Eccentric designs, often critical of the fashion industry.
Valentino's Speciality
Valentino's Speciality
Elegant evening wear, famous for red dresses.
Versace's Inspiration
Versace's Inspiration
Inspired by Greek culture and music/fashion interplay.
Raf Simons' Career Shift
Raf Simons' Career Shift
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Vera Wang's Expertise
Vera Wang's Expertise
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Tom Ford's Design Stints
Tom Ford's Design Stints
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Christian Louboutin's Signature
Christian Louboutin's Signature
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Manolo Blahnik's Style
Manolo Blahnik's Style
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Stuart Weitzman's Shoe Style
Stuart Weitzman's Shoe Style
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Alexander McQueen's Legacy
Alexander McQueen's Legacy
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Mary Quant's Contribution
Mary Quant's Contribution
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Vivienne Westwood's Niche
Vivienne Westwood's Niche
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Diane Von Furstenberg's Creation
Diane Von Furstenberg's Creation
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Yves Saint Laurent's Innovation
Yves Saint Laurent's Innovation
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Christian Dior's 'New Look'
Christian Dior's 'New Look'
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Chanel's Key Pieces
Chanel's Key Pieces
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Jean Paul Gaultier's Style
Jean Paul Gaultier's Style
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Lanvin's Style
Lanvin's Style
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Paul Poiret's Impact
Paul Poiret's Impact
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Rei Kawakubo's Style
Rei Kawakubo's Style
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Issey Miyake's Techniques
Issey Miyake's Techniques
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Patricia Field's Media Work
Patricia Field's Media Work
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Claire McCardell's Style
Claire McCardell's Style
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Tracy Reese's Fashion
Tracy Reese's Fashion
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Calvin Klein's Designs
Calvin Klein's Designs
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Study Notes
Italian Fashion Designers
- Moschino: Known for eccentric designs and criticism of the fashion system.
- Valentino: Renowned for red dresses and elegant evening wear.
- Gianni Versace: Pioneering link between music and fashion; drew inspiration from Greece.
Prominent Fashion Designers
- Raf Simons: Former creative director for Dior, transitioned from furniture design to menswear.
- Vera Wang: Former figure skater; celebrated for bridal couture and had a stint at Vogue.
- Tom Ford: Ex-Creative Director for Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent, known for his own label.
Iconic Shoe Designers
- Christian Louboutin: Famous for stiletto heels and red-soled shoes.
- Manolo Blahnik: Lacks formal training but is celebrated for luxurious, innovative shoe designs.
- Stuart Weitzman: Notable for unique materials in footwear design.
Influential Fashion Figures
- Alexander McQueen: British designer recognized for his impactful fashion shows; died in 2010.
- Mary Quant: Innovator of Mod fashion; responsible for the miniskirt and hotpants.
- Vivienne Westwood: Key figure in modern punk fashion, linked with the Sex Pistols through her husband.
Historic Contributions to Fashion
- Diane Von Furstenberg: Created the iconic wrap dress.
- Yves Saint Laurent: Innovated women's tuxedos with 'Le Smoking'; legitimized prêt-à -porter.
- Christian Dior: Introduced the "New Look" with wasp waists, reshaping women's fashion post-WWII.
Notable Brands and Houses
- Chanel: Known for the Little Black Dress, perfume No. 5, and signature suits.
- Jean Paul Gaultier: Famous for avant-garde designs, the 'cone bra' for Madonna, and unconventional runway presentations.
- Lanvin: Parisian fashion house led by Alber Elbaz, known for timeless elegance.
Unique Design Approaches
- Paul Poiret: Freed women from corsets and is known for draping techniques.
- Rei Kawakubo: Founded Comme des Garçons; prominent in avant-garde fashion.
- Issey Miyake: Famous for innovative fabric techniques; known for the 'Pleats Please' collection.
Cultural Impact and Collaborations
- Patricia Field: Fashion designer celebrated for her work on 'Sex and the City' and other influential media.
- Thierry Mugler: Created Demi Moore’s Little Black Dress in ‘Indecent Proposal’, collaborated with Beyoncé.
- Azzedine Alaïa: Renowned client list includes celebrities like Grace Jones and Madonna.
American Fashion Influencers
- Claire McCardell: Pioneering 'American Look', known for dirndl skirts and sundresses.
- Tracy Reese: Gained popularity with Michelle Obama as a client and her elegant designs.
- Calvin Klein: Known for minimalist aesthetics and innovative advertising, including the famed 'boxer briefs'.
Achievements and Milestones
- Sonia Rykiel: Crowned "Queen of the Knits" in American fashion in 1967.
- Michael Kors: Gained notoriety for his 'jet-set' sportswear beginning in his parents’ basement.
- Rudi Gernreich: Known for introducing the monokini to modern fashion.
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