Title: Explain the role of fashion influencers.
Course: Fashion Marketing (12153-I) > Section: Exploring the Function of Trends

Explanation should include the roles and contributions of major fashion influencers (e.g., designers, celebrities, creative directors, forecasters, stylists, retailers, social media influencers) of the past and present.

Process/Skill Questions:

- Who are fashion influencers?
- What are the major categories of fashion designers? Who are some designers within each category? What role does each category play?
- What role do designer labels play in the ready-to-wear (RTW) fashion industry?
- What happens to a designer’s line after the designer’s death?
- How do fashion designers influence current trends?