According to Vogue Magazine, Tom Ford is ''arguably the most ...

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According to Vogue Magazine, Tom Ford is ''arguably the most influential designer of the last decade.'' He is the creative director for Paris-based Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent (YSL). Read Tom Fords biography to answer the following questions.
  When did Ford become creative director at Gucci? What were some of his first designs in that capacity?
  To what does Ford himself credit his success? What do others in the fashion industry think his secret is?
  What are Fords present roles at Gucci?

Question 2

Betsey Johnson is a well-known American fashion designer. Her customers include Jennifer Lopez, Halle Berry, Salma Hayek, and Britney Spears. Visit Betseys web site to answer the following questions.
  What are some trademarks of the ''Betsey Johnson look''? (Hint: From the home page, click the All About Betsey link and read her biography.) Look at some of the fashions sold in Betsey Johnsons stores (click the Shop link). How would you describe them?
  How did Betsey Johnson get her start in the fashion industry?

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Answer to Question 1

Ford became creative director at Gucci in 1994. In his first year, ''he was credited with putting the glamour back into fashion, introducing Halston-style velvet hipsters, skinny satin shirts, and car-finish metallic patent boots.'
Ford credits his success not to his talent, but to his energy. Others, however, cite Ford's ''combination of a fine commercial sensibility and a genuine feel for fashion.''
Ford designs shoes, watches, luggage, and men's and womens wear; plans the company's advertising campaigns; and supervises the development of Guccis two new fragrances, Envy and Rush.

Answer to Question 2

Betsey Johnsons designs are known for their sexy silhouettes, hippie inspired flowing fabrics, whimsical detailing, and fabulous fit. Students descriptions of the fashions will vary.
In 1964 she won Mademoiselle magazines Guest Editor Contest. A year later she became the top designer for Paraphernalia, a top London clothing boutique.

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