Fashion Designer of the day: Tom Ford

Story by: Eric Lomahaptewa

Tom Ford was born in the State of Texas but had lived most of his childhood in Sante Fe, New Mexico. While growing up Ford moved to "The Big Apple" to attend New York University and enrolled in classes that had pertained to art history. Later, he altered his studies towards architecture and later enrolled in Parson's School of Design in New York City and Paris.

As the years continued to progress, so did Ford along with his job offer with Gucci in Milan, France as the company's women's wear designer. Not too long after, Ford stepped up further with his career by becoming Designer Director. Shortly after that, Ford was positioned as Creative Director for Gucci. His job entitled responsibility for all aspects of the company such as designing all the new lines of clothing, perfume, as well as the advertising of the company and the company's building design.

The following years at Gucci were nothing but success for Ford. He has been labeled one of the most successful men in the fashion industry. Gucci then opened another line of clothing, Yves Saint Laurent (YSL), which was established under the guidance of Ford's consistent success with Gucci. Ford then had the duty of working with the design team of YSL and helping them with defining a signature image of the company.

Ford finally removed himself from the Gucci to establish his own company, TOM FORD company which continues to thrive with his launch of his signature fragrance, the TOM FORD FOR MEN in 2007and partnership with Marcolin Group for optical frames/sunglasses, which have been helpful for his stability for his company for a fresh start. Ford then partnered with another group, Ermenegildo Zenga, for the production of men's luxurious ready to wear clothing, shoes, and accessories with the TOM FORD label.

Ford received numerous awards after his achievements. He earned awards with dedication and passion for his skills in fashion, business, and creativity. To me, Tom Ford is today's Fashion Designer of the day.

Until next time this is Eric Lomahaptewa, future well known Native American Fashion Designer.

Information about Tom Ford and clothing can be found at theOfficial Tom Ford homepage:
http://www. tomford. com/