Paul Smith

The British designer opened his Nottingham shop, Paul Smith Vêtements Pour Homme, in 1970. Initially selling established labels alongside his own designs, the tiny 3-square-meter store marked the beginning. Smith’s men’s collection debuted in Paris in 1976, blending casual and semi-formal wear. His brand expanded globally, with flagship stores in London, Tokyo, and New York. Smith ventured into women’s wear, childrenswear, jewellery and e-commerce.