Louis Vuitton was a French entrepreneur and designer whose name has become iconic in the fashion world.

Cristóbal Balenciaga went from seamstress’s son to designer. In the sixth instalment of BoF’s, we learn that the Basque couturier was self-taught and never sketched a single garment.

Known simply by his first name, Valentino Garavani is one of Italy's finest exports. Universally admired for his exquisite couture creations and romantic red carpet gowns.