15 Famous Designers Everyone Knows By Name But May Not Recognize In Public

Whether you’re interested in fashion or not, you probably know the names of some of the biggest fashion brands out there. However, few of us know what the creators really look like as the only time we see them is during their bowing in their fashion shows. That is if you’re lucky enough to be a part of the audience.

The truth is that most of these famous designers steer clear of media attention because they want people to focus on their craft and not their personal life. Here are 15 famous designers you probably won’t recognize in public.

1. Marc Jacobs

Marc Jacobs is the head designer of his own fashion label, but many may not know that he was the creative director of Louis Vuitton from 1997 to 2014.

2. Christian Louboutin

Christian Louboutin is known for his signature red soles. Celebrities and regular people alike have been obsessing over the brand for years. With the popularity of his brand, Louboutin found himself in the middle of a long-running battle to protect his work from copycats. 

3. Michael Kors

Michael Kors may possibly be the most known by face by the older and younger generation. It’s mostly because he’s the least camera-shy on this list. The American fashion designer entered the world of entertainment in 2004 when he joined “Project Runway” as one of the main judges. He was part of the reality competition show for ten seasons.

4. Tommy Hilfiger

5. Christian Lacroix

6. Miuccia Prada

7. Jimmy Choo

Jimmy Choo is a Malaysian fashion designer known for his handmade women’s shoes. He is based in the United Kingdom.

8. Yohji Yamamoto

9. Calvin Klein

10. Manolo Blahnik

Manolo Blahnik became a must-have shoe brand after Carrie from “S ex and the City” showed her love and obsession for it multiple times in the series.

11. Roberto Cavalli

12. Kenzō Takada

13. Luciano Benetton

14. Paco Rabanne

15. Pierre Cardin