Making the cut: Top 10 female forces in world of fashion

FASHION, primarily consumed by women was once controlled largely by men — male designers, business owners and financiers shaped what women wore and made the resulting profits from dressing them. 

Today that dynamic has changed dramatically, with women not only designing clothes that reflect what they need as modern consumers, but also owning and shaping the directions of their namesake brands and reaping the financial rewards and industry recognition for their initiatives. From models turned business brands, to fashion editors and designers to e-commerce pioneers, female fashion entrepreneurs have emerged as a highly visible presence. Such is the strength of women in the fashion world that selecting the ten most influential is a daunting task. This isn’t a definitive list but a personal shortlist of women whose influence shapes what we wear every day.

Miucca Prada