1 Coco Chanel:
Born Gabreille Chanel, she was one of the most influential women of the 20th century.
2 Calvin Klein: Born in New York, he has lent his name to watches and jewellery as well as clothing.
3 Donna Karan:
Influential American who created the DKNY fashion label.
4 Georgio Armani:
Italian designer noted for his clean, tailored menswear lines and his signature scents.
5 Donatella Versace:
The sister of Gianni Versace, she took over the company after her brother's murder in 1997.
6 Ralph Lauren: His first Polo logo appeared in 1970 and has made him billions since.
7 Christian Dior: Created the post-war New Look, which revolutionised the way women dressed.
8 Pierre Cardin: Famous for his futuristic but elegant fashions.
9 Yves Saint Laurent:
The designer behind power dressing for women in the 1990s.
10 Oscar de la Renta: Born in Dominica, he became famous for dressing Jackie Kennedy. He died this week, aged 82
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