Tom Ford, the renowned fashion designer, launched his eponymous brand in 2005. Prior to this venture, Ford had made a significant impact in the fashion industry during his tenure at Gucci, where he served as the creative director from 1994 to 2004. His departure from Gucci marked the end of an era, and it was in 2010 that he presented his first womenswear collection under his own label. Fast forward to 2023, and Ford bid farewell to his namesake brand with a final collection that paid homage to his iconic signature looks. The brand, which was later sold to Estée Lauder for nearly $3 billion in November 2023.