Marc Jacobs began producing independent collections in 1986 and continues to attract attention with his prescient, effortless and trendsetting designs. Famously fired from Perry Ellis in 1992 for anticipating the grunge look, he continued to design for his personal label even after signing on as creative director of Louis Vuitton in 1997. His flawless execution of up-to-the-minute looks has made him one of the world's most influential designers, and has transformed the Marc Jacobs brand into a luxury empire that produces runway, ready-to-wear, eyewear, shoes, fragrances and more.