Oscar de la Renta (1932-2014)

Oscar de la Renta (1932-2014) is a person.

• Context:
  • They can (typically) represent Fashion Innovation through design aesthetic.
  • It can typically demonstrate Creative Leadership through fashion house.
  • It can typically influence Fashion Industry through designer collection.
  • It can typically shape Fashion Culture through style innovation.
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  • It can often showcase Design Excellence through runway collection.
  • It can often establish Brand Identity through signature style.
  • It can often impact Fashion Market through ready-to-wear line.
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  • It can range from being a Young Designer to being an Industry Icon, depending on its career progression.
  • It can range from being a Local Designer to being a Global Fashion Leader, depending on its market influence.
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  • It can integrate with Fashion House for collection development.
  • It can connect to Celebrity Client for red carpet design.
  • It can support Retail Partner for brand distribution.
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• Examples:
  • Oscar de la Renta (2014), during final runway collection presentation.
  • Oscar de la Renta (2006), appointed CFDA Lifetime Achievement Award.
  • Oscar de la Renta (1993), launched global fragrance line.
  • Oscar de la Renta (1989), received Spanish Gold Medal of Merit.
  • Oscar de la Renta (1977), opened first international boutique in Madrid.
  • Oscar de la Renta (1973), elected CFDA president.
  • Oscar de la Renta (1965), established independent fashion label.
  • Oscar de la Renta (1963), joined Elizabeth Arden couture.
  • Oscar de la Renta (1961), designed for Lanvin fashion house.
  • Oscar de la Renta (1950), began apprenticeship at Balenciaga.
  • Oscar de la Renta (1932), born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.
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• Counter-Examples:
  • Diana Vreeland (1903-1989), who shaped fashion industry through editorial direction rather than design creation.
  • Marvin Traub (1925-2012), who influenced fashion retail through department store management rather than design work.
  • Eleanor Lambert (1903-2003), who impacted fashion business through public relations rather than clothing design.
• See: Fashion Designer, Luxury Brand, Haute Couture, American Fashion.

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