One of the best-known names in fashion, Tommy Hilfiger is an icon. Since the 1980s, Hilfiger has been making the best of the basics with his range of simple, preppy Americana must-haves. Expanding his line into a major fashion empire that now incorporates all areas from Tommy Hilfiger jackets and hoodies, through to men’s and women’s shoes and bags, and mixing in some streetwear influences, he is a powerhouse designer. Getting to know the man behind the label, we’ve got the answers to your burning questions about who is Tommy Hilfiger?
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#1 Who is Tommy Hilfiger?
Tommy Hilfiger is the designer and founder of Tommy Hilfiger Corporation, which is the umbrella term for all the off-sets of the brand, including Tommy Jeans, Tommy Sport and all his collections including footwear and homeware. A born and bred New Yorker, the designer went from spending his life savings to open a little shop in 1971, to being honoured with a lifetime achievement award from the Council of Fashion Designers of America in 2012. Truly living the American dream, Hilfiger himself still plays a major role in designing all collections and advocates for accessibility and inclusivity in his range, passionate about casting models and spokespeople that represent America’s diversity.
#2 Where is Tommy Hilfiger from?
Hilfiger was born in Elmira, New York. This is where the brand was born too as he opened his first shop in his hometown.
