Fashion Designers

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Who is known as the 'King of Fashion' and is credited with popularizing the little black dress?

  1. Coco Chanel

  2. Christian Dior

  3. Yves Saint Laurent

  4. Hubert de Givenchy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Coco Chanel was a French fashion designer who is considered one of the most influential figures in 20th-century fashion. She is credited with popularizing the little black dress, the Chanel suit, and the pearls and oversized sunglasses that are now synonymous with her brand.

Which fashion designer is known for his 'New Look', which featured cinched waists, full skirts, and exaggerated shoulders?

  1. Christian Dior

  2. Yves Saint Laurent

  3. Hubert de Givenchy

  4. Cristobal Balenciaga


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Christian Dior was a French fashion designer who is credited with revolutionizing women's fashion in the post-World War II era. His 'New Look' was characterized by cinched waists, full skirts, and exaggerated shoulders, and it quickly became a symbol of glamour and femininity.

Who is the founder of the fashion house Yves Saint Laurent?

  1. Yves Saint Laurent

  2. Pierre Bergé

  3. Karl Lagerfeld

  4. Hubert de Givenchy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Yves Saint Laurent was a French fashion designer who founded the fashion house Yves Saint Laurent in 1961. He is known for his groundbreaking designs, including the tuxedo suit for women and the Mondrian dress.

Which fashion designer is known for his minimalist and architectural designs?

  1. Cristobal Balenciaga

  2. Rei Kawakubo

  3. Issey Miyake

  4. Yohji Yamamoto


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cristobal Balenciaga was a Spanish fashion designer who is considered one of the most influential designers of the 20th century. He is known for his minimalist and architectural designs, which often featured clean lines, geometric shapes, and innovative fabrics.

Who is the founder of the fashion house Comme des Garçons?

  1. Rei Kawakubo

  2. Issey Miyake

  3. Yohji Yamamoto

  4. Kenzo Takada


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rei Kawakubo is a Japanese fashion designer who founded the fashion house Comme des Garçons in 1969. She is known for her avant-garde and conceptual designs, which often challenge traditional notions of beauty and fashion.

Which fashion designer is known for his deconstructed and asymmetrical designs?

  1. Rei Kawakubo

  2. Issey Miyake

  3. Yohji Yamamoto

  4. Kenzo Takada


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Yohji Yamamoto is a Japanese fashion designer who is known for his deconstructed and asymmetrical designs. He is often associated with the avant-garde fashion movement and his designs are characterized by their loose silhouettes, layered fabrics, and unconventional shapes.

Who is the founder of the fashion house Kenzo?

  1. Rei Kawakubo

  2. Issey Miyake

  3. Yohji Yamamoto

  4. Kenzo Takada


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kenzo Takada was a Japanese fashion designer who founded the fashion house Kenzo in 1970. He is known for his vibrant and colorful designs, which often incorporate elements of Japanese culture and art.

Which fashion designer is known for his use of bold colors and prints?

  1. Oscar de la Renta

  2. Diane von Furstenberg

  3. Carolina Herrera

  4. Valentino Garavani


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Oscar de la Renta was a Dominican-American fashion designer who is known for his use of bold colors and prints. His designs are often characterized by their feminine silhouettes, intricate embroidery, and luxurious fabrics.

Who is the founder of the fashion house Diane von Furstenberg?

  1. Oscar de la Renta

  2. Diane von Furstenberg

  3. Carolina Herrera

  4. Valentino Garavani


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Diane von Furstenberg is a Belgian-American fashion designer who founded the fashion house Diane von Furstenberg in 1972. She is known for her iconic wrap dress, which became a symbol of female empowerment in the 1970s.

Which fashion designer is known for her elegant and timeless designs?

  1. Oscar de la Renta

  2. Diane von Furstenberg

  3. Carolina Herrera

  4. Valentino Garavani


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Carolina Herrera is a Venezuelan-American fashion designer who is known for her elegant and timeless designs. Her designs are often characterized by their clean lines, classic silhouettes, and luxurious fabrics.

Who is the founder of the fashion house Valentino?

  1. Oscar de la Renta

  2. Diane von Furstenberg

  3. Carolina Herrera

  4. Valentino Garavani


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Valentino Garavani is an Italian fashion designer who founded the fashion house Valentino in 1960. He is known for his glamorous and romantic designs, which are often characterized by their bold colors, intricate embellishments, and luxurious fabrics.

Which fashion designer is known for his use of unconventional materials and innovative techniques?

  1. Rei Kawakubo

  2. Issey Miyake

  3. Yohji Yamamoto

  4. Hussein Chalayan


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Hussein Chalayan is a British-Turkish fashion designer who is known for his use of unconventional materials and innovative techniques. His designs often incorporate elements of architecture, sculpture, and performance art, and he is considered one of the most avant-garde fashion designers of his generation.

Who is the founder of the fashion house Alexander McQueen?

  1. Lee Alexander McQueen

  2. Sarah Burton

  3. John Galliano

  4. Nicolas Ghesquière


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lee Alexander McQueen was a British fashion designer who founded the fashion house Alexander McQueen in 1992. He is known for his provocative and avant-garde designs, which often explored dark and macabre themes.

Which fashion designer is known for her use of sustainable and eco-friendly materials?

  1. Stella McCartney

  2. Vivienne Westwood

  3. Gabriela Hearst

  4. Marine Serre


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Stella McCartney is a British fashion designer who is known for her use of sustainable and eco-friendly materials. Her designs are often made from organic cotton, recycled polyester, and other environmentally friendly fabrics.

Who is the founder of the fashion house Vivienne Westwood?

  1. Lee Alexander McQueen

  2. Sarah Burton

  3. John Galliano

  4. Vivienne Westwood


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Vivienne Westwood is a British fashion designer who founded the fashion house Vivienne Westwood in 1971. She is known for her punk and new wave designs, which often incorporate elements of British history and culture.

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