Perry Ellis: One Star of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week
One of the stars of the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week each time is Perry Ellis. His designs often make a splash when they appear at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. Following are some facts about the man, the designs and the company.
• Perry Ellis is originally from Virginia.
• He began his career in retail, but he would always present his design ideas to vendors.
• Before long, a company hired him to work as a designer in New York.
• He worked as a Design Director for a prominent sportswear company.
• His first division, which he was allowed to create himself, was named Portfolio.
• In 1978, he became the head of a Women’s Sportswear Collection that he created himself.
• These designs were popular among high-profile women, fashion experts and even retailers.
• In 1980, he began creating men’s sportswear. The Perry Ellis Menswear Collection came about as a result.
• He is known for “creating innovative fashion with ‘a twist.’”
• Perry Ellis was the first president of the industry’s Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA). He also won the organization’s award for Men’s Fashion Design.
There are a few facts about the man credited with much of today’s fashion and lifestyle accessories. You can learn more about Perry Ellis and his company here.
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