Fashion and Design

The word Mode (fashion) originates from the French. Used in the phrase á la mode it meant "according to the currently preferred way". At first the word fashion referred only to garments, later it became a more generic term. More ...

Many German firms are internationally recognised brands. Many of the produce accessories, perfume and cosmetics, as well as clothing. The best-known German brands are described here.More ...

German designers such as Karl Lagerfeld, Wolfgang Joop and Jil Sander have had international success. Their collections have given the German fashion scene both national and international recognition. Today, younger German designers such as Britta Steilmann, Markus Lupfer, Bernhard Wilhelm, Sabine Schumacher and Anja Gockel are making a name for themselves on the international fashion scene.  More ...