With contributions across disciplines, the legends featured in the pages of WWD over the decades let their passion fuel innovation, shaping and evolving brand legacies and the industry to reflect the times while leaving an indelible mark. Their names and often what they have said continues to inspire, proving that true brilliance transcends any single moment.

“I think there is an absolute beauty that exists within every moment in culture…” — Virgil Abloh, June 20, 2018

“ Fashion is not art. Fashion provides people with a delicious repast and then prepares itself to serve another. That’s what it’s all about.” — Gaby Aghion, January 1980

“Fashion is not a trend that you follow like a sheep. When something is good, it’s good.” —Azzedine Alaïa, September 2000

“This house believes in

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