Italian designer Valentino Garavani has shaped haute couture fashion for five decades.
Paris Fashion Week 2012 roundup
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Alber Elbaz has demonstrated himself to be one fashion's finest designers with his 10-year reign at Lanvin, at his Paris show - he also proved he can hold a tune. A curtain swept back during his show to reveal the designer himself with a microphone (and full backing band), singing Que Sera, Sera. His song choice lead to speculation that this might mark the end to his tenure - we hope not, as the collection included lust-worthy skirts and stunning evening gowns.
fashion guide
For seven consecutive years Louis Vuitton has been named the world's most valuable luxury brand.
American fashion house Ralph Lauren doesn’t just sell clothes; it sells an aspirational lifestyle.
Versace has established itself as one of the world's leading fashion houses.
Fashion house Dolce & Gabbana favours bright colours, clashing patterns and animal prints.
One mention of Chanel brings to mind elegance, sophistication and an ageless quality.
One of the longest-running British labels, Burberry embodies tradition, exclusivity and durability.
Yves Saint Laurent's biggest legacy was making it acceptable for women to wear trousers.
