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“As a kid, I was always into clothes, but I didn't have the money to buy them. When I'd get my brothers' hand-me-downs, there was an energy in me that made me say, "I want to get my own things, to make my own statement." Somewhere along the line, that energy - coupled with my exposure, through movies, to a world I hadn't known - turned into something.”

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Ralph Lauren

Ralph Lauren, a renowned American fashion designer, was born on October 14, 1939. His brand, Ralph Lauren, is recognized worldwide for its diverse range of products from clothing to home goods. Lauren's pursuit of classic aesthetics and interpretation of the American lifestyle have won him a global fan base. more

“I never had a preconceived plan. When you go to a movie and watch someone in the role of his or her life, or when the chairman of the board comes into the room wearing a cool look, it remains in your mind. I love Cary Grant because I like the roles he played. I said, "I want to be that guy." I want to be funny, suave, and a good athlete. I don't have to do a focus group to know what people want. I feel it.”

People Mind Guy Focus Athlete

Author:Ralph Lauren

“I try to find people who love and believe in what I do - and people I can respect because they do what I don't do. I've had to bring in financial people and put them in positions where they could tell me, "Ralph, let's not do that."”

People Trying Believe Financial

Author:Ralph Lauren

“Having success at an early age gave me more of a sense of what's important in life rather than always driving to make it.”

Important Age Driving

Author:Ralph Lauren

“I don't like it when a woman looks like a fashion victim. Some women think that if the look this season is minis, they have to wear minis. If you don't have great legs, there are plenty of alternatives.”

Thinking Fashion Victim Plenty

Author:Ralph Lauren