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Marc Jacobs is a fashion designer, ex-creative director of LV who popularized streetwear.
Marc Jacobs is an American fashion designer, best known as the creative director of Louis Vuitton from 1997 to 2013. He is a major figure in the fashion industry, credited with popularizing streetwear and making it acceptable for high fashion.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1963</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Marc Jacobs is Born</div><div class='timeline-text'>On April 9, 1963, Marc Jacobs was born in New York City.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1984</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Launches First Collection</div><div class='timeline-text'>At the age of 21, Marc Jacobs launches his first collection at the Charivari store in New York.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1987</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Appointed Creative Director of Perry Ellis</div><div class='timeline-text'>Appointed as the creative director of Perry Ellis and creates the iconic Grunge collection.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1994</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishes Marc Jacobs Label</div><div class='timeline-text'>Founded his own label, Marc Jacobs International Company, L.P.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1997</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Creative Director of Louis Vuitton</div><div class='timeline-text'>Appointed as the creative director of Louis Vuitton and designs the iconic monogrammed bags.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2013</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Receives CFDA Award for Lifetime Achievement</div><div class='timeline-text'>Recognized by the Council of Fashion Designers of America for his contributions to fashion.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Departs Louis Vuitton to Focus on Own Brand</div><div class='timeline-text'>Leaves his role at Louis Vuitton to focus on his own brand and continue to develop innovative designs.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He's a Visionary Designer</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Marc Jacobs is a visionary fashion designer who has been creating amazing designs since he started in the early 1980s. His unique and innovative style have revolutionized the fashion industry and changed the way people dress.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He's a Risk Taker</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Marc Jacobs isn't afraid to take risks with his designs. He isn't afraid to push boundaries and challenge the status quo. This makes his designs fresh, exciting, and inspiring to fashion lovers around the world.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He's an Innovator</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Marc Jacobs has been at the forefront of innovation in fashion design. From upcycling vintage pieces to creating unique silhouettes, Marc Jacobs continues to innovate and inspire with every collection.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>First American to win the International Woolmark Prize</h3><p class='facts-text'>Marc Jacobs was the first American to win the International Woolmark Prize in 1987, which launched his career in fashion design.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Opened His First Store at</h3><p class='facts-text'>At 21 years old, Marc Jacobs opened his first store in New York City and quickly became a favorite among the city's fashion elite.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Designed for Perry Ellis</h3><p class='facts-text'>Marc Jacobs designed for Perry Ellis from 1988 to 1993 and is credited with introducing grunge fashion to mainstream America.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Won Multiple Awards</h3><p class='facts-text'>Throughout his career, Marc Jacobs has won numerous awards including the Council of Fashion Designers of America Womenswear Designer of the Year Award in 1992 and 2001.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>His Own Fragrance Line</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 2001, Marc Jacobs launched his own fragrance line with Coty Inc., which has since become one of the most popular designer fragrances worldwide.</p></div></div>
Marc Jacobs is an American fashion designer who was born on April 9, 1963 and is currently 60 years old. He is renowned for his namesake fashion label and is one of the most renowned American fashion designers, highly praised for his avant-garde designs and use of classic American designs.
