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Paul Smith

Paul Smith

Sir Paul Brierley Smith is an English fashion designer, best known for his eponymous luxury brand. Founded by Smith in 1970, it has since expanded to 130 stores in more than 60 countries. The brand sells clothing and accessories through both physical shops and online. Its fluorescent pink flagship store in Los Angeles has become a widely photographed landmark.

Paul Smith
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Houses & roles

Career milestones and recorded collection credits. Collection-year ranges identify seasons in our archive, not employment start and end dates. Roles at different houses can overlap.

YearsHouse & roleExplore at Sui Generis
1970Paul SmithFounder / co-founderCollection archive →Read the house guide →
2025–2027Paul SmithCredited collection seasonsCollection archive →Read the house guide →Collection source ↗
Sources & further reading

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