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Publisher
Kanopy Streaming
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
In a world where designer labels come and go at the drop of a fashionable hat, only the strongest survive. Designer Marathon takes you from the humblest of beginnings through the most spectacular creations that catapulted these designers and design houses to fame. We map out a career timeline of the most influential trendsetters of the last three decades as they build their far-reaching fashion empires. Volume 6 includes: Badgley Mischka, Emanuel...
Publisher
Kanopy Streaming
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
With a career that spanned 45 years, Valentino Garavani was born in a small town in northern Italy. His single name became synonymous with refinement. Valentino dressed rock to royalty - all with a capital V. No other designer was more true to elegance and beauty. He brought Italian couture to the international stage and his retirement in 2008 was a magical end to a long run.
Publisher
Kanopy Streaming
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
In a world where designer labels come and go at the drop of a fashionable hat, only the strongest survive. Designer Marathon takes you from the humblest of beginnings through the most spectacular creations that catapulted these designers and design houses to fame. We map out a career timeline of the most influential trendsetters of the last three decades as they build their far-reaching fashion empires. Volume 4 includes: Geoffrey Beene, Julien Macdonald,...
Publisher
Kanopy Streaming
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
In a world where designer labels come and go at the drop of a fashionable hat, only the strongest survive. Designer Marathon takes you from the humblest of beginnings through the most spectacular creations that catapulted these designers and design houses to fame. We map out a career timeline of the most influential trendsetters of the last three decades as they build their far-reaching fashion empires. Volume 3 includes: John Galliano, John Galliano...
Publisher
Kanopy Streaming
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
In a world where designer labels come and go at the drop of a fashionable hat, only the strongest survive. Designer Marathon takes you from the humblest of beginnings through the most spectacular creations that catapulted these designers and design houses to fame. We map out a career timeline of the most influential trendsetters of the last three decades as they build their far-reaching fashion empires. Volume 2 includes: Oscar de la Renta, Louis...
Publisher
Kanopy Streaming
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
In a world where designer labels come and go at the drop of a fashionable hat, only the strongest survive. Designer Marathon takes you from the humblest of beginnings through the most spectacular creations that catapulted these designers and design houses to fame. We map out a career timeline of the most influential trendsetters of the last three decades as they build their far-reaching fashion empires. Volume 1 includes: Viktor & Rolf, Kenzo, Jean...
Publisher
Kanopy Streaming
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
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...
Publisher
Kanopy Streaming
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
The house of Fendi looms large in the Italian fashion world. What started as a Roman fur and leather boutique in 1925 by Adele Fendi has blossomed into an international powerhouse. It has remained a family business, run by Adele’s five daughters. In 1965 Karl Lagerfeld took the design helm, steering Fendi towards mega success through innovations in fur, fabric, and technology. From the moment Lagerfeld linked two F’s, the Fendi logo became a status...
Publisher
Kanopy Streaming
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
While always known for his dramatic tendencies, the financial success that comes with being the Creative Director of Christian Dior, and a part of the LVMH stable, has given John Galliano the checkbook with which to pay for an imagination that seems to have no limits. His collections have drawn inspiration from Yemen tribes, Henry 8th , Bollywood, circus “freaks”, and Joan Crawford. Changing his own flamboyant looks to coincide with the themes...
Publisher
Kanopy Streaming
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
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...
Publisher
Kanopy Streaming
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
Although Betsey Johnson never planned on being a fashion designer, her exuberant style has rocked the fashion world for over 30 years. In the mid-1960’s Betsey was noticed for her quirky, home-made designs and was eventually hired as head designer of the hip boutique, Paraphanelia. She hit the ground running with her design career and never stopped, creating her own eponymous label in 1978. Her trade-mark look is now universally recognized for its...
Publisher
Kanopy Streaming
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
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...
Publisher
Kanopy Streaming
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
For four decades, Ralph Lauren has been creating a name that represents American elegance and classic tailoring. He has shaped the way people dress as well as the way they live. Whether it’s the polo grounds of the Hamptons or the sandy trails of Santa Fe, Lauren’s true talent lies not only in seeing the gap and filling it, but also in crafting a desire for a lifestyle - and selling the wardrobe to match.
Publisher
Kanopy Streaming
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
In 1995, John Galliano made fashion history when he was appointed to the creative helm of Givenchy - the first British designer to ever head a French couture house. After only two seasons, Bernard Arnault, the chairman of LVMH, decided that Galliano’s brilliance was needed to reinvent the house of Dior, the crown jewel of the conglomerate’s fashion empire. He brought in another Brit, Alexander McQueen, and for the next five years, McQueen’s...
Publisher
Kanopy Streaming
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
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...
Publisher
Kanopy Streaming
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
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.
Publisher
Kanopy Streaming
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
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...
Publisher
Kanopy Streaming
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
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...
Publisher
Kanopy Streaming
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
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...
Publisher
Kanopy Streaming
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
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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