Ralph Rucci is an incredible designer and yes, he is known for his Infantas. That being said, it was Cristobal Balenciaga (1895-1972) who christened the “Infanta” gown in 1939. Cristobal was inspired by Diego Velázquez’s portrait Las Meninas (1656).

The designs Vicky is referring to in her article, are fashion staples that have stood the test of time for decades and have found their way into fashion’s common vernacular. Ralph’s Suspension Jackets are sensational but they don’t fit into that category.

I love your newsletters! I am a friend of Marilyn Kirschner’s – she has covered me 4 times!!!!

My brother Zack spent most of his design career at Calvin Klein. In the.early 80s, he was brought into the House of Chanel, to intervene for Creative Director. Not only did he bequest his personal design library to me but he also passed on his love of Chanel. Author Rhonda Garelick of “Mademoiselle” called my brand CARR “the younger American cousin of CHANEL.” Not only is Coco an inspiration but so are her boyfriends Etienne, Boy & Ben’dor. I’m planning a trip later this year to London, Scotland & Paris to connect with her original Factories & Mills. I am Scot, Irish, English by birth but Francophile by design.

Please, email me so we can connect.
George

PS: I met Mademoiselle in 1969.