Tommy Hilfiger
Tommy Hilfiger
Thomas Jacob "Tommy" Hilfigeris an American fashion designer best known for founding the lifestyle brand Tommy Hilfiger Corporation in 1985. After starting his career by co-founding a chain of clothing and record stores in upstate New York in the 1970s, he began designing preppy sportswear for his own eponymous menswear line in the 1980s. The company later expanded into women's clothing and various luxury items such as perfumes, and went public in 1992. In 1997, Hilfiger published his first book,...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionFashion Designer
Date of Birth24 March 1951
CityElmira, NY
CountryUnited States of America
I thought, if I went into business I'd be able to control my own destiny.
I knew exactly what I wanted to do. I wanted to build some kind of lifestyle brand that was preppy and cool.
If it weren't for rock'n'roll, I wouldn't be a designer
I disapprove of lots of decisions made by George Bush: the war, the meddling in the affairs of other countries, the conversations with dictators; it was a dark time.
I've never tried to do couture, because it's a whole different beast.
Winning a trophy is always nice, but my personal satisfaction comes from reflecting on the passion, motivation, and determination that went into getting me there.
Over the last 15 years we've developed our brand into a global brand and we wanted our giving to follow suit.
Trying too hard to follow every trend. You want to look fashionable and put-together, not like you hit every sale rack this season.
The Memorial Dedication was a momentous occasion
The preppy lifestyle has gone global. We feel that our business has grown so well because preppy travels so well. It's all-American classic.
'The Cut' is going to give someone the opportunity of a lifetime and help that person achieve his or her dreams.
We are really living the American dream, to be a successful brand in the States and in Europe and to steep ourselves in our heritage. But we do it with a sense of humor. We don't take ourselves too seriously in fashion.
It was difficult for me because I was searching for the answer for so long, and the answer was right in front of me. Do what I do best.
You want to look fashionable and put-together, not like you hit every sale rack this season.