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his use of silhouettes from the 1920s, 1930s, and 1940s, the tuxedo style for women he showed in 1966, and creating the first prêta-porter or “ready to wear” line. Today, YSL not only showcases a women’s wear collection but handbags, sunglasses, jewelry, and of course, shoes. The “Tribute” pump may very well be the most recognizable shoe with an almost cult like following of celebrities including Victoria Beckham, Eva Longoria, and Mary-Kate & Ashley Olsen Cate Blanchett rocked the Golden Globes Red Carpet earlier this year in a stunning black lace Armani Prive gown. Giorgio Armani has long been renowned as one of Italy top designers for his use of clean lines and impeccable tailoring. Despite his success in women’s wear and couture, Armani is most well known for his men’s wear. His perfectly fitting tuxedos are worn by every leading man in Hollywood on Red Carpets, time and time again. The brand has expanded to include: AJ Armani Jeans, AX/Armani Exchange, Armani Prive, Emporio Armani and ArmaniCASA for home furnishings. No list of International designers would be complete without the mention of Alexander McQueen, the British designer whose line debuted in 1992. McQueen designed the wardrobe for David Bowie’s 1996-1997 world tour and was the genius behind the Union Jack jacket worn by Bowie on the cover of his 1997 album, “Earthling”. McQueen quickly developed a reputation for creating lines that were both shocking and controversial. In 1997 McQueen began a brief stint as chief designer for Givenchy which ended in 2001. After McQueen’s tragic and untimely death in 2010 his long time assistant, Sara Burton, was named creative director of the fa