Written by Leah Dolan, CNNPhoebe Philo's eye for sharp, understated elegance has made the British designer a revered name in fashion. Fashion fanatics have been following Philo's work for two decades. Her departure from the storied label in 2017 left fans of Philo's work reeling. In 2005 and 2010, Philo won Designer of the Year at the British Fashion Awards, and in 2011 she was awarded the International Award at the CFDA Fashion Awards. Top image: Phoebe Philo at the 2017 runway show for Céline's Spring/Summer ready-to-wear collection in Paris.

Source: CNN July 12, 2021 19:07 UTC