1. Tory Burch (1966)

American Fashion Designer

Award-winning fashion designer and creator of international brand Tory Burch, which features preppy bohemian clothing and accessories.

2. Kelli Martin (1980)

American Fashion Designer

Fashion designer known for her appearance on the 5th season of Project Runway.

3. Zac Posen (1980)

American Fashion Designer

Fashion designer and founder of his self-titled clothing brand. He received the Council of Fashion Designers of America's 2004 Swarovski's Perry Ellis Award for Womenswear. 

4. Leanne Marshall (1980)

American Fashion Designer

Fashion designer most recognized for winning the 5th season of Project Runway.

5. Arefeh Mansouri (1980)

American Fashion Designer

International Costume Designer best known for designing contemporary, avant-garde pieces.

6. Helen Brockman (1902)

American Fashion Designer

Former fashion designer and professor most remembered for her unparalleled pattern making skills.

7. Elizabeth Hawes (1903)

American Fashion Designer

Fashion designer and political activist remembered for designing clothing for the consumer, not the editor.

8. Don Loper (1906)

American Fashion Designer

Famous American screenwriter and costume designer, best remembered not for his work, but for introducing Judy Garland to her future husband, director Vincente Minnelli.

9. Oleg Cassini (1913)

American Fashion Designer

High-fashion designer remembered as the personal couturier to Jacqueline Kennedy.

10. Kevin Aviance (1968)

American Fashion Designer

Fashion designer and personality who became recognized for his appearances as a female impersonator.

11. Lauren Jones (1982)

American Fashion Designer

Model and one-time Barker's Beauty on the popular The Price is Right game show. She also became known for launching a footwear line.

12. Edith Flagg (1919)

American Fashion Designer

Philanthropist and creator of the clothing line Edith Flagg Inc. She was also a columnist for Women's Wear Daily.

13. Anne Fogarty (1919)

American Fashion Designer

Fashion designer known for pioneering the concept of designing beautiful but cost-effective clothing.

14. Leah McSweeney (1982)

American Fashion Designer

Fashion designer known for her Married to the MOB (MTTM) clothing line. Her clothes and accessories were worn by such celebrities as Fergie, Lady Sovereign, and Kid Sister. She joined The Real...

15. Mondo Guerra (1978)

American Fashion Designer

Fashion designer made famous for his appearance on the 8th season of Project Runway.

16. Laura Dahl (1974)

American Fashion Designer

Fashion designer recognized for her contemporary women's clothing.

17. Joy Kingston (1922)

American Fashion Designer

American-born fashion designer known for her sleek ultra-feminine designs.

18. Bill Blass (1922)

American Fashion Designer

Prolific fashion designer who received FIT's Lifetime Achievement Award in 1999.

19. Anne Klein (1923)

American Fashion Designer

American fashion designer, most recognized for founding the international brand, Anne Klein.

20. Herbert Kasper (1926)

American Fashion Designer

Fashion designer known for his association with brands like Dior and Rochas.

21. Stevie Boi (1989)

American Fashion Designer

Fashion designer who is best known for his work as founder of the luxury eye-wear line & brand SBShades. He designs and sells unisex eye-wear and accessories on his website...

22. Marc Jacobs (1963)

American Fashion Designer

Multi-talented clothing and accessory designer chiefly known as the brainchild behind Louis Vuitton as well as his own self-titled line.

23. Donald Brooks (1928)

American Fashion Designer

Fashion Designer who received three Oscar nominations, an Emmy Award, and three COTY awards during his lengthy career.

24. Rachel Roy (1974)

American Fashion Designer

Wife of hip-hop mogul Damon Dash who gained fame for launching her own fashion line.

25. Jessica McClintock (1930)

American Fashion Designer

Founder and CEO of fashion company Jessica McClintock, Inc.

26. Veronica Scott (1986)

American Fashion Designer

Fashion designer and TV personality known for appearing on the Current TV program The Fuchsia Girls.

27. Jazmin Whitley (1988)

American Fashion Designer

Fashion designer most associated with her clothing brand, Li Cari.

28. Anna Sui (1964)

American Fashion Designer

Couture designer known for her eponymous clothing line. She received the Council of Fashion Designers of America's prestigious Geoffrey Beene award for lifetime achievement in fashion.

29. Alexis Kirk (1936)

American Fashion Designer

Jewelry designer most known for his intricate designs that featured religious symbolism.

30. Mary McFadden (1938)

American Fashion Designer

Fashion designer and successful writer. She won her first Coty American Fashion Critics award in 1976.

31. Bob Mackie (1940)

American Fashion Designer

His elegant, sparkling dresses have been worn by entertainers from Diana Ross to Tina Turner.

32. Perry Ellis (1940)

American Fashion Designer

Successful fashion businessman who founded the international brand, Perry Ellis International.

33. Betsey Johnson (1942)

American Fashion Designer

American fashion designer known for her feminine and playful designs, many of which have been called excessively decorated.

34. Albert Capraro (1943)

American Fashion Designer

Fashion designer who worked for labels like Oscar de la Renta before starting his own label in 1974.

35. Naeem Khan (1958)

American Fashion Designer

Indian fashion designer known for his intricate embellishment and elegant garment construction, his stunning gowns have been lauded by countless celebrities including Taylor Swift, Beyonce, and Michelle Obama.

36. Kay Unger (1945)

American Fashion Designer

Founder of Phoebe Company LLC known for her signature style.

37. Daniel Franco (1971)

American Fashion Designer

Designer and TV personality most recognized for his two appearances on Project Runway.

38. Jen Kao (1981)

American Fashion Designer

Fashion designer known for her meticulous tailoring and impeccable design aesthetic.

39. Donna Karan (1948)

American Fashion Designer

Donna Karan New York (DKNY) celebrity designer of fashion and fragrances. She won the Council of Fashion Designers of America's Womenswear Award in 1990 and 1996 and Menswear honor in...

40. Willi Smith (1948)

American Fashion Designer

Designer who, at the time of his death, was considered one of the most successful Black designers in the fashion industry.

41. Vera Wang (1949)

American Fashion Designer

Fashion designer recognized for her haute couture wedding gown designs and for her relationships with celebrities.

42. Michael Kors (1959)

American Fashion Designer

Runway designer and television personality most recognized as one of the judges on Lifetime's Project Runway. 

43. Yotam Solomon (1987)

American Fashion Designer

Fashion designer who founded the fashion label YOTAM SOLOMON.

44. Lawren Pope (1987)

American Fashion Designer

Fashion designer known for her line, Fuchsia, which she co-created when she was 14 years old.

45. Kate Spade (1962)

American Fashion Designer

Fashion designer and co-founder of the Kate Spade New York brand. She met future husband Andy Spade, brother of David Spade, while working with him at Carter's Men Shop in...

46. Tracy Negoshian (1981)

American Fashion Designer

Fashion designer and founder of Tracy Negoshian, Inc., a women's clothing label that began in Naples, Florida and was eventually distributed in Puerto Rico and throughout the continental United States....

47. Chloe Dao (1972)

American Fashion Designer

Fashion designer and reality TV participant most known for winning Project Runway's second season.

48. Jeffrey Banks (1955)

American Fashion Designer

Accomplished designer who worked with brands like Ralph Lauren before starting his own line.

49. Roger Forsythe (1955)

American Fashion Designer

Former American fashion designer most remembered as the head designer for the Perry Ellis Group.

50. Daniel Vosovic (1981)

American Fashion Designer

Fashion designer and TV personality who became known for winning Project Runway's All Star Challenge.