Key Designers of the 20th Century

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Ralph Lauren
Born into a poor family in 1939, Ralph Lauren has made himself unto a household name within the fashion industry.
Calvin Klein
An American designer known for his simple, comfortable clothing range. Has been the target of controversy due to his brand’s advertisements.
Karl Lagerfeld
Active from 1955-2019, Lagerfeld is one of the biggest names in high end fashion, working for Pierre Balmain, Fendi and most notably reviving the brand Chanel from near death.
Gucci
Founded in 1921, Gucci very quickly became one of the biggest and most recognizable brands in the high end designer industry, their double G monogram being unmistakable.
Supreme
Although founded late 19th century (1994), Supreme very quickly became prominent in the fashion industry with its focus and dedication to skateboarding, a huge trend at the time.
Louis Vuitton
One of the biggest high end fashion designers in the world, the brand went through a series of major changes in the 19th century which further it as a major powerhouse in the designer world. Revamping its monogram canvas to better suit it's wide range of products, becoming LVMH and making Marc Jacobs it's artistic director.
Tinker Hatfield
Designer of the Air Jordan 3-15, 20 and 23. Drastically redesigned the jordan's silhouette and played a part in keeping Michael Jordan with Nike.
Chuck Taylor
Although originally designed and created by Converse 1917, the design still used to this day came about when basketball player and salesman Chuck Taylor requested and assisted in a redesign of the shoe.
Bruce Kilgore
The designer of the original Nike Air Force 1 in 1982. Arguably the most popular and versatile sneaker silhouette every created.