14 Most Expensive Luxury Fashion Brands
An international consulting firm, Brain & Company, estimated that the luxury market was valued at $274 billion in 2014,
and was set to grow even bigger to a whopping $280 billion by 2015. And
just like only a small percentage of the world’s wealthiest people make
up most of the world’s wealth, only a handful of the most expensive
clothing designers make up the bulk of the luxury clothing market.
Along with being a form of expression, fashion has always been a way for people to showcase their status. Much like the size of your house or the price tag on your car, the designer that you are wearing says much more about you than just where you shop. It also says a lot about your level of income, your style and taste levels, whether you prefer funky cool, or sleek sophistication. One look at your wardrobe can tell a person if you’re a bold trend-setter like Miley Cyrus, a fearless fashion icon like Sarah Jessica Parker, or a posh sophisticate like Kate Middleton. The biggest names in high-end fashion all come with a hefty price tag, but many argue that if you can afford it, genuine luxury is priceless. And although Heidi Klum likes to remind us on every episode of Project Runway, that in fashion, one day you are in and the next you are out, luxury designers tend to last much, more longer. Here are 14 of the most extravagant fashion designers of 2015 who aren’t going anywhere any time soon.
Marc Jacobs
might be a household name now, but he didn’t exactly get there
overnight. He put in a lot of hard work and elbow grease first. He
started off as the creative direction of French designer Louis Vuitton,
from 1997 to 2013. Jacobs was then listed in Time magazine’s
100 most influential people in the world list. It’s been a year since
his split with Vuitton and many in the industry have said that the
designer’s work had been relatively uninspired. His spring 2015
collection put a lot more pep in his runway step, though, revamping his
luxury-funky image with bold geometric shapes, patent leather, and his
trademark fishnet styles that celebrities like Miley Cyrus have walked
the red carpet in. His looks refuse to take a back seat. His pieces
aren’t always exactly timeless, but if you wear Marc Jacobs, you will
definitely be noticed. Jacobs said, “That’s what fashion is,” he
continued, “that complete addiction, obsession, that I’ve-got-to-have-it
need until I basically wouldn’t be caught dead in it.”
Fendi
is an Italian-based multinational company that began in 1925, by Adele
Fendi and Edoardo. Despite being around for 90 years, Fendi didn’t
become quite the household name that is now until they went
multinational in 2001. They’re most famous for their high end clothes,
including fur, ready-to-wear, and also for their highly coveted
handbags. In 2014, the brand announced they were making plans to use
drones to show their catwalk shows. Fendi is known for mixing classic
pieces with a few-off-the-wall pieces, usually with fur, to make a bold
statement. By 2011, the company reported bringing in over $1 billion in
profit.
It
doesn’t get much more upscale than Hermes. The French designer has been
around since 1837. Over nearly 200 years, they’ve specialized in just
about everything. By 2008, Hermès had 14 product divisions that covers
leather, scarves, ties, men’s wear, women’s fashion, perfume, watches,
stationery, footwear, gloves, enamel, decorative arts, tableware and
jewelry, with over 30 percent of their sales going towards their leather
department. By 2011, the company was boasting over $730 million in net
income.
Ralph
Lauren is one of the names on this list that could be considered the
most affordable. Along with their higher end lines, they also have more
affordable pieces like The Polo Sport Line (which opened in 1993), that
are sold at more reasonably priced department stores like Macy’s. The
company was founded in 1967 by designer Ralph Lauren.
Since then, it has adopted many sub-labels including Ralph Lauren Black
Label, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Ralph Lauren Blue Label, Lauren Ralph
Lauren, Club Monaco and Chaps. The label has always excelled at
creating modern and sophisticated looks out of sporty attire, always
with a splash of vibrant color. In 2014, the luxury brand declared $776
million in income.
The
story behind Versace is one of success and tragedy. Founding by Gianni
Versace in 1978, this luxury clothing company quickly shot to
international fame within a decade. He figured out early on that getting
stars to wear his pieces was crucial to the success of the label. So,
he managed to score clients who were some of the biggest names of the
1980s including Madonna, Princess Diana, Elton John and Tina Turner. The name Versace skyrocketed, though, in 1994 when actress Elizabeth Hurley
wore the famous safety pin dress on the red carpet that no one could
stop talking about. Just when Versace couldn’t get any bigger, he was killed tragically by a serial killer in 1997. His sister Donatella Versace, took his place and the brand continues to be a major luxury label. She was even responsible for the dress Jennifer Lopez
wore to the 2000 Grammys that made all the headlines. That trademark
high-class sexiness is still a signature look with the brand today,
which is how they rake in over $79 million in revenue .
If
you can believe it, Burberry has been around longer than cars have.
Thomas Burberry founded the company in 1856 in Basingstoke, Hampshire,
selling high end outerwear. The company then opened its first store in
1891, to huge success. Over 100 years later, the brand still remains as
strong, if not stronger, than ever, with multiple sub-labels including
Burberry London, Burberry Brit and Burberry Prorsum. Their famous coat
made of peacock feathers sells for around $35,000. This London based
luxury company screams “old money” with their signature khaki trench
coats and plaids. Anyone who has ever questioned whether or not the
clothes make the person only need to give Burberry a try. In 2014, the
company reported a net income of over $323 million.
Not
many brands demand thoughts of sophistication the way that hearing the
name Armani does. The company was founded in 1975, by Giorgio Armani
and Sergio Galeotti. The brand is known for everything from
ready-to-wear to haute couture, eyewear to interior home designs. The
brand is also marketed under various sub-labels including Giorgio
Armani, Armani Collezioni, Emporio Armani, AJ | Armani Jeans, AX |
Armani Exchange, Armani Junior, and Armani/Casa. The brand grew bigger
as stars such as Richard Gere and Michelle Pfeiffer
were spotted wearing pieces. By the end of the 1990s, Armani had over
2,000 stores worldwide. The looks Armani puts out never stray too far
from their roots: fashion worthy power clothing for powerful men and
women. That’s why the company pulls in a reported $1.8 billion in annual
revenue.
When
you see the famous D&G label, you know that the person spent big
bucks to get it. This popular Italian company began in 1985, by
designers Domencio Dolce and Stefano Gabbana.
They quickly made a name for themselves in Hollywood by designing
extremely elegant and eye-catching dresses that helped actresses to
stand out in the crowd. That now-well known D&G logo on their bags
and accessories has become instantly recognizable to most people, even
those who aren’t into fashion. But their clothing has begun leaving a
pretty signature mark with stark colors and majorly trendsetting pieces.
The D&G 2015 collection is highly inspired by fairy tale and
fantasy pieces. The company has made headlines in recent years for ads
that many people viewed as being highly risque.
Another
major trendsetting in the fashion industry is Gucci. The name alone
sounds like it was made specifically for fashion, with the way it rolls
off the tongue and makes a splash. The company was founded by designer
Guccio Gucci in 1920. In 1921, he was able to open the doors to his
first store where the label quickly became known for their high-end
leather goods. Today, the company is worth an estimated $4.2 billion in
revenue.
Christian Dior
founded the luxury design company Dior all the way back in 1946. Over
fifty years later, the brand still remains in the forefront of the
haute-couture scene. Their work still includes ready-to-wear products,
leather, accessories, footwear, jewelry, fragrance, makeup, and skincare
products. So many designers are often accused of piggy-backing off of
the inspiration of old trends to create new looks that aren’t really
that new at all. But Dior always continues to put out lines that are
modern and fresh without coming across too over-the-top, which is so
often the case with haute-couture. In 2011, the company declared over
$24 billion in annual revenue.
The
name Chanel has become synonymous with high-end fashion and has been
for decades. Maybe that’s because the brand has been around since the
1920s, when fashion designer Coco Chanel launched her first perfume line
and introduced the Chanel suit. But it was the little black dress that
really set Chanel over the top. Coco Chanel was quoted saying, “luxury
must be comfortable, otherwise it’s not luxury.” Nearly 100 years later,
Chanel remains in the forefront of luxury fashion trends and have never
found themselves irrelevant thanks to continuing to push boundaries.
That’s probably why the company is currently worth an estimated $7
billion.
Few
names invoke thoughts of luxury the way Prada does. And with good
reason. And an estimated $9.4 billion of worth in the company, those
price tags don’t come cheap. Prada products include everything from
ready-to-wear leather and fashion accessories, shoes, luggage, watches,
outerwear, and more. In 2007, Prada even collaborated with LG
Electronics to launch a Prada series of mobile phones, making them a
highly coveted luxury label to carry, despite the fact that most people
have trouble footing the bill. But when it comes to their ready-to-wear,
Prada’s eclectic mixing of prints and fearless experimenting with
fashion makes anyone who wears the label the ultimate trendsetter.
What
is probably the biggest name in luxury handbags and accessories, Louis
Vuitton has been boasted by basically every A-list celebrity and
entertainer you can think of. Although it’s their handbags and luggage
that usually make the most appearance, Louis Vuitton ready-to-wear and
evening wear is never far behind. Founded in 1954 by Louis Vuitton, the
company also specializes in shoes, watches, jewelry, accessories,
sunglasses, and books. The LV logo is one of the most highly
recognizable in the fashion industry, as well as one of the most
frequently brands made as knock-offs. Found in 50 countries with more
than 460 stores worldwide, Louis Vuitton declared its company value at
over $28 billion in 2014.
Oscar de la Renta
is one of the biggest names in the fashion industry for a very good
reason – he dresses some of the biggest names in the world, literally.
He made a name for himself in the 1960s, when he began dressing First
Lady Jacqueline Kennedy. Since then, he has been a household name and
the go-to designer for anyone looking to make a bold but sophisticated
statement, from the red carpet to presidential inaugurations. In October
2014, the famed designer passed away due to complications from cancer
at his home at the age of 84 years old. Countless celebrities spoke out
to honor the designer’s talent and many years of notable work. The
company remains in the forefront of luxury labels for wedding dresses
and formal evening attire.
Along with being a form of expression, fashion has always been a way for people to showcase their status. Much like the size of your house or the price tag on your car, the designer that you are wearing says much more about you than just where you shop. It also says a lot about your level of income, your style and taste levels, whether you prefer funky cool, or sleek sophistication. One look at your wardrobe can tell a person if you’re a bold trend-setter like Miley Cyrus, a fearless fashion icon like Sarah Jessica Parker, or a posh sophisticate like Kate Middleton. The biggest names in high-end fashion all come with a hefty price tag, but many argue that if you can afford it, genuine luxury is priceless. And although Heidi Klum likes to remind us on every episode of Project Runway, that in fashion, one day you are in and the next you are out, luxury designers tend to last much, more longer. Here are 14 of the most extravagant fashion designers of 2015 who aren’t going anywhere any time soon.
14. Marc Jacobs
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13. Fendi
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12. Hermes
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11. Ralph Lauren
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10. Versace
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9. Burberry
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8. Armani
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7. Dolce & Gabbana
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6. Gucci
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4. Chanel
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1. Oscar De La Renta
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