Charles Frederick Worth
Fashion designer and founder of haute couture
Born
1825
201 years ago
Died
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
France
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An influential fashion designer founded the house of Worth in Paris, which is regarded as the first to create haute couture. Worth pioneered the idea of presenting seasonal collections to clients and introduced the use of models to display clothing. His style emphasized luxurious fabrics and intricate designs, significantly shaping modern fashion. Worth's designs attracted high-profile clients, including royalty and wealthy socialites, establishing his reputation in the fashion world.
Founded the house of Worth in Paris
Introduced the concept of haute couture
Pioneered the use of fashion shows
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