Nothing is more British than a genuine Burberry. Established in 1856, the company's founder Thomas Burberry focused on outdoors attire with with the intention of producing a product that was water-resistant yet maintaining a breathable fabric. In 1914 Burberry was commissioned by the War Office to design their officer's coats to suit the conditions of contemporary warfare, resulting in the name "trench coat". Its distinctive black tan, and red pattern known as haymarket check or the "Burberry classic check" was first used as a lining for the Burberry trench coat in 1924. Now a registered trademark, the classic check is widely used on umbrellas, scarves, and luggage. The tartan pattern has become one of its most widely copied trademarks. Burberry's trademark products are its fashionable handbags and exclusive fragrances. (Read More.....)
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Ralph Lauren staged an outstanding lavish runway show in the spring of 2008 which was based on classic lady-like looks straight out of the vintage movies. His show featured ruffle-hemmed gowns, sexy fishnets and oversize picture hats. He also featured stunning colorful floral-print silk-georgette evening dresses that reminds me of the classic floral scarves of the 30's. Lauren commented on this collection saying - , "I drew upon everything I ever loved, and that was it." Ralph Lauren has been one of the top designers in the industry (and one of my favorites) because he turns out unique designs drawing on classical historical high-society looks. Ralph Lauren continually masters every outfit in his collection while other designers have only a handful of great designs in their seasonal collections. Ralph Lauren stays at the top of the fashion industry because of his eye for great design and attention to detail. 
Instead of buying several trendy cheap outfits, invest in one good quality suit or outfit that will work with a number of accessories. Update your accessories by adding a sharp patterned scarf, blouse, or shirt. You’ll save money in the long run because it will cost less per wear, as cheap suits usually wear out quicker. A number of patterned scarves, or unique belts can go a long way of looking up to date and fashionable. 
Fashion Designer Gianni Versace was born in 1946 in Reggio Calabria, and tragically he was murdered on the 16th July, 1997. He has been one of the fashion industries top designers. Today the label is managed by Gianni Versace's brother Santo Versace and Gianni's sister Donatella Versace whom is the head of design. In 1978, Versace opened his first boutique in Milan's Via della Spiga, and soon after his Versace label popularity started to spread across the globe. The Versace-style has become a trademark in it's own league. Versace is known for striking colours, materials, and cuts. His collections for men and women are always sexy with a sharp Italian design. 
The world famed fashion designer Emilio Pucci studied and political science and was a bomber pilot in WWII before finding his place in fashion design. His first designs were for the Reed College skiing team. Designing sporting gear became second nature to him as he was a talented sportsman, who swam, skied, fenced, played tennis and raced cars. In the winter 1948, Pucci's designs were photographed for the famous magazine Bazaar, and caught attention of many American manufacturers which wanted to produce them. He went on to open up a a haute couture house and produced a swimwear line in 1949, and moved on to bright and bold patterned silk scarves. Pucci's labels success lead him to create silk dresses where many celebrities such as Marilyn Monroe,Sophia Loren and Jackie Kennedy wore. It didn't end there, Pucci designed complete outfits for Braniff and Nasa between 1965 and 1977, and had a political career in addition. 
Mila Schon was in her thirties when she made her entrance into the world of high fashion. This elegant lady had no sewing experience, but born from wealthy Italian aristocratic parents she knew very well what cutting edge style was and was not shopping and buying in Paris. With a small group of workers, she set up a workshop in Milan in 1958. It was in January 1965, an invitation from Giovan Giorgini, Mila Schön presented her first collection at Florence's Palazzo Pitti. Schon who rose to the top of fashion with use of double-faced fabric, geometric patterns, and monochromatic designs. 
Hermès "An Indian Winter" shot a very interesting photo advertising campaign through the French Alps which must have been very cold for the models. Hermès hired National Geographic photographer Eric Valli to shoot a theme that was to evoke an escape through the snowy mountains, featuring model Mariacarla Boscono. Hermès brings attention to their classic Hermès silk scarves with Asian-inspired prints, wool coats, accessories such as embroidered suede riding boots, the Hermès Jypsiere and the Taurillon Clemence bags.