TOM FORD
Born August 27, 1961 in Austin, Texas and raised in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Tom Ford is among the most highly respected and successful designers today.
The winner of numerous design awards, his rise in fashion began in 1994 when he became Creative Director of Gucci. Not only did he dramatically change the image of the legendary fashion house, he led the company to unprecedented success with his visionary insight into what the modern consumer desires. His innovative and provocative designs set the tone for an entirely new direction in the world of luxury goods.
In 2000 Ford also took creative control of Yves Saint Laurent, a Gucci Group brand, reviving it with his trademark combination of sensuality and mystique. In April 2005, one year after leaving Gucci Group, he announced the creation of the TOM FORD Brand. A beauty and eyewear collection launched in 2005 and 2006.
As president and CEO of TOM FORD INTERNATIONAL, Ford announced his partnership with Marcolin Group, a global leader in the eyewear industry, to produce and distribute optical frames and sunglasses under the TOM FORD brand.
When you wear a pair of Tom Ford Sunglasses you are making a serious fashion statement and you own a key to unlock the world of high fashion. People understand what Tom Ford sunglasses mean, they know that someone who wears Tom Ford Eyewear is someone who has a high sense of fashion and a high standard of quality.
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