Famous Fashion Designers

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• Which fashion designer founded the French couture house Chanel?
• Christian Dior introduced the “New Look” in 1947, characterized by a defined waist and a full skirt.
• Which designer is most closely associated with the wrap dress introduced in the 1970s?
• Alexander McQueen served as the creative director of Givenchy before focusing on his own label.
• Which designer is known for pioneering the use of bias-cut dresses in the 1930s?
• Yves Saint Laurent was the first living fashion designer to receive a solo exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
• Which designer is credited with popularizing the miniskirt through the London boutique Bazaar?
• Gianni Versace founded the fashion house later known simply as Versace.