The Legacy of Liz Claiborne – Revolutionizing women’s fashion industry Liz Claiborne Early life and Career Liz Claiborne was conceived in Brussels, Belgium, on March 31, 1929. Her family moved her to New Orleans, Louisiana, when she was very young. She was interested in fashion and designing as a young girl and decided to pursue a job in the industry. Liz attended Fashion Institute of Technology after graduating highschool in New York City. It was here that she honed her skills and developed a strong sense of style. She graduated in 1950 and began to work in the garment district
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