By Anzie Dasabe

In 1945, Céline Viapiana and her husband, Richard, created one of the first luxury brands in the industry, Céline, a made-to-measure children's shoe business,[1] and opened a first boutique at 52 rue Malte in Paris.[2] The brand was recognised by its logo, the red elephant created by Raymont Peynet.

BACKGROUND

• Born 1915 in France
• Married sometime between 1930-1940 to Richard Viapiana
• control of her business was given to michael kors in 1997
• No record of her ever having children
• Died at 84 in 1997

EDUCATION

• She was around shoe making since she was born
• No record of her ever taking an apprentice

Céline's husband inspired her and helped her to open her first shop at 52 rue Malte in Paris.

SIGNATURE STYLE

• Soft fabrics
• Feminine active wear
• Solid skirts
• Floral/lace tops
• Sleek pant

Céline was head of her company for 52 years.

Céline helped make comfortable cute clothing a trend as well as her chic classic handbags and eyewear.

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Multi-year licensing agreement for the production and worldwide distribution of Céline eyewear.

Céline has won the RCFA(red carpet fashion design awards) countless times as well as vogue's top 10 brands of the year.