RALPH LAUREN

Ralph Lauren
Author: Arnaldo Anaya-Lucca, 2013, Creative Commons

Born October 14, 1939 in The Bronx, NY

Died 2023

Legendary fashion designer known for his all-American styles, which combined sporty, country club and the wild west to create his signature look.

Started out by designing popular neckties before founding his namesake fashion house.

All of the menswear in the 1974 version of The Great Gatsby were designed by him.

Won the CFDA Members’ Salute, Legion of Honour and Menswear Return Award.

“Don’t be today’s look. Be a look that’s timeless. Don’t try to be yesterday’s news.”