Fashion designer Ralph Lauren was born on October 14, 1939, in New York, USA.
After working as a salesman for Brooks Brothers, he joined tie manufacturer Beau Brummell. There, he came up with the idea of a handmade style using wide, premium fabrics, going against the trends of the time. The president agreed with Ralph's idea of creating his own product line, and with his support, he launched the "Polo" line. He was 28 years old at the time.
In 1968, the Polo men's wear line was launched. In 1971, the women's line was also developed. In 1972, the polo shirt, the item that made Ralph Lauren most famous, was released. Furthermore, he designed the costumes for the male cast, including Robert Redford, in the 1974 film "The Great Gatsby," and Woody Allen and Diane Keaton wore Ralph Lauren in the 1977 film "Annie Hall," causing a huge stir. Today, the brand offers over 30 brand lines, including Purple Label, Black Label, Blue Label, and Denim and Supply.

The brand has received numerous awards, including the Coty Award in 1970 and 1976, the CFDA Retailer of the Year in 1986, the CFDA Lifetime Achievement Award in 1992, and the CFDA Men's Designer of the Year in 1996.