No one understands sex appeal quite like American designer Tom Ford.
An avowed perfectionist from an early age, Ford was rearranging furniture at the age of six and offering his mother advice on her hair and shoes. The designer, author, film director and chairman of the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) is one of the most successful people working in fashion today.
Born in Austin, Texas, Ford grew up in the suburbs of Houston and Santa Fe, New Mexico. He briefly attended New York University, where he studied art history before dropping out to pursue acting. He became a regular at Studio 54, with its decadent nightlife later informing his high-octane fashion. He studied architecture at Parsons School of Design before shifting his focus to fashion and spending time at the Parsons Paris campus, graduating in 1985. The rest of the decade he worked for designers Perry Ellis and Cathy Hardwick. In 1990, Gucci’s creative director Dawn Mello hired him as a womens-wear designer.
At the time, the Italian label was better known for leather goods than luxury fashion. It was also nearly bankrupt. After Mello left in 1994, following a Bahrain-based investment group becoming Gucci’s majority shareholder, Ford was named creative director. He soon infused the brand with a fresh sensuality and bold style. His fall 1995 show, in which Kate Moss walked down the runway in an unbuttoned satin shirt, velvet hip-huggers and tousled hair, heralded an exciting, glammed-up era for the once fusty brand. Vogue critic Sarah Mower called it “one of those hitting-in-the-solar-plexus moments.”
As Ford shot to fame, he continued to explore plunging necklines, such as in the black and white looks of the Fall 1996 collection, and sumptuous fabrics like leather and tweed, with the Fall 2000 ready-to-wear collection ranging from sultry silk evening dresses to plush belted coats. He also cranked up the seduction in the provocative ads for the fashion house, particularly with regard to campaigns for Yves Saint Laurent, which Gucci acquired in 1999 (Ford was also named creative director for YSL and designed the brand’s ready-to-wear collection). Gucci's Fall/Winter 1997 campaign featured Carolyn Murphy grasping Angela Lindvall in what looked like a video still; in another shot, a face pressed against a foot in a lipstick-red heel. Each promoted a vision of modern fashion where women were sexually confident, the materials were luxurious and the styles were fearless.
In 2004, Ford and Gucci president Domenico De Sole left the company after failing to agree on the renewal of their contracts. In 2006, with De Sole as chairman, Ford launched his wildly successful eponymous menswear label. The brand has expanded into womens wear, beauty, accessories — vintage Tom Ford handbags are universally adored by celebrities and collectors alike — as well as eyewear and fragrance, with the unisex Black Orchid introduced in 2006. Ford broke into film directing with the critically acclaimed A Single Man in 2009 and Nocturnal Animals in 2016, continuing to blur the boundaries between fashion and culture.
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A/W 2013 Rare Tom Ford Black Over-the-Knee Boots 37.5, 38 NWT
By Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
TOM FORD OVER THE KNEE BOOTS WITH OPEN TOE. A/W 2013 Impossible to find! Zebra print fur heel. Open toe. Content Upper: suede leather, lea...
New Tom Ford x Yves Saint Laurent F/W 2004 Red Black Shoes 36.5 38 38.5 39 42
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Shoes Wedge Sandals F/W 2004 Collection Italian Sizes Available 36.5 - US 6.5, 38 - US 8, 38....
Tom Ford For Yves Saint Laurent Reptile Snake Print Lightweight Wool Top / Vest
By Tom Ford, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Iconic TOM FORD for YVES SAINT LAURENT snakeskin print sleeveless top / sweater vest! Softest lightweight wool, that not only feels luxurious a...
Tom Ford Cream Fleece Wool Skirt And Black Leather Trim, 2000s
By Tom Ford
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tom Ford circa mid 2000's fleece wool pencil skirt. Cream wool contrasts with the black lambskin leather trim at the skirt's hem. Structured exposed seams highlight the natural curve...
Tom Ford Mirror 100 Metallic Crystal Embellished Ankle Wrap High Heel Sandals 40
By Tom Ford
Located in Mechanicsville, VA
Tom Ford Mirror 100 Metallic Crystal Embellished Ankle Wrap High Heel Sandals 40 Color Gold Size 40EU Heel height 100mm Leather upper Leather sole Gold finished embellishments with...
Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci Cut Out Jersey Black Cocktail Dress size L ( S )
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Sexy Cut Out Cocktail Dress Designer size - L ( run small, please check measurements ). Black Stretch Jersey, Double Layered Skirt, Simple Slip On. Measurements: W...
Tom Ford Black Nylon Puffer Coat 2011
By Tom Ford
Located in London, GB
Tom Ford - Black nylon Puffer coat and fur trim with belt - Dramatic buckle detailing on the sleeves and waist - Real fur and real leather cuffs and belt - Fall 2011 collection ...
Tom Ford for Gucci Black Mink Crystals Snake Leather Platform Shoes Sandals 6 B
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Black Fur Mink Sandals F/W 2004 Collection Designer Size 6B Crystal Embellished Wrap Style Ankle Shoes 100% Real Mink Snakeskin Heel - 4.0 inches Leather Platform ...
GUCCI Tom Ford Vintage black GG logo thong bottom 2-pc bikini swim set S
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI Tom Ford Vintage black GG logo thong bottom 2-pc bikini swim set S Reference: TGAS/D00174 Brand: Gucci Designer: Tom Ford Material: Jersey Color: Black Pattern: Solid Closure: ...
New Tom Ford Bead-Embellished Black Velvet Ruby Red Heel Boots It. 38 - US 8
By Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
Luxury, glamour and sophistication are bywords for world-renowned designer TOM FORD. Designer size - 38 ( US 8) Midnight Black velvet, Ruby Red Bead Embellished Square Toe, Silver-t...
TOM FORD 100% silk ivory trench detail light flowy jacket IT42 M
By Tom Ford
Located in Hong Kong, NT
TOM FORD 100% silk ivory trench detail light flowy jacket IT42 M Reference: GIYG/A00348 Brand: Tom Ford Material: Silk Color: Cream Pattern: Solid Closure: Self Tie Lining: Cream Sil...
New Tom Ford Fur-Like Zebra Print Semi-Sheer Belted Shimmer Pleated Dress It 38
By Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Tom Ford Zebra Print Semi-Sheer Shimmer Belted Dress Designer size 38 Black and soft white colors. 66% Polyester, 34% Silk, Lining - 100% Silk. Fur-...
Tom Ford, python leather slingback sandals
By Tom Ford
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Tom Ford, python leather slingback sandals with patent leather. The item has discoloration but is new. Comes with 2 dustbags.
2014 Rare Tom Ford High Neck Mirror Mosaic Mini Dress by Special order only!
By Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
TOM FORD Spring/Summer 2014 Ultra Rare Hand-Embellished Mosaic Mirror Dress An extraordinarily rare and labor-intensive archival piece from Tom Ford’s highly collectible Spring/Summe...
Tom Ford Blue Frame Gradient Lens Whitney Sunglasses
By Tom Ford
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Tom Ford Blue Frame Gradient Lens Whitney Sunglasses in excellent condition. Vibrant blue whitney style oversize frame with gradient gray lenses and gunmetal hardware. Unique criss c...
Tom Ford Anaconda Over the Knee Boots Size 38.5
By Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
TOM FORD ANACONDA OVER THE KNEE BOOTS Looking to make a fierce fashion statement this season? Nothing says it more than the anaconda that forms this Tom Ford stiletto...
Tom Ford Mirror 100 Metallic Crystal Embellished Ankle Wrap High Heel Sandals 41
By Tom Ford
Located in Mechanicsville, VA
Tom Ford Mirror 100 Metallic Crystal Embellished Ankle Wrap High Heel Sandals 41 Color Gold Size 41EU Heel height 100mm Leather upper Leather sole Gold finished embellishments with...
TOM FORD black leather NATALIA Shoulder Bag
By Tom Ford
Located in Zürich, CH
Tom Ford 'Natalia' crossbody bag in black calfskin featuring flap top with oversized gold-tone turn-lock closure. Slit pocket on the back side. Lined in black microfibre with one zip...
New Tom Ford for Gucci Black Cherry Velvet GG Snakeskin Bamboo Heel Pumps 11B
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Tom Ford for Gucci Velvet GG Pumps Highly Collectible Pair from Tom Ford Era Designer size - 11B Color - Black Cherry Velvet with GG Impr...
Tom Ford Iconic FW 2012 Black Silk Dress with Matching Cape Set Italian 42
By Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
A striking example of Tom Ford’s signature approach to modern eveningwear, this elegant two-piece ensemble from the Fall/Winter 2012 collection pairs a beautifully tailored black sil...
TOM FORD black RUCHED BUSTIER HALF SLEEVE Blouse Shirt S
By Tom Ford
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Tom Ford ruched bustier blouse in black silk-blend (assumed cause tag is missing). Features sheer half sleeves and ruffled cuffs. Opens with a zipper at the side and h...
New $1790 Tom Ford Gold Metallic Snake Lace-Up Cut-Out Shoes Sandals It 37 US 7
By Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Tom Ford Snake Lace-Up Shoes Sandals Designer size - 37 ( US 7 ) Cage-style sandals have been crafted in Italy from tactile metallic gold snake. Set on a thin stiletto heel, this...
Gucci by Tom Ford Fall 2000 Grey Wool Herringbone Skirt with Leather Trim
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The original genius behind the office siren trend-- Tom Ford. The Tom Ford for Gucci FW 2000 collection was all about the chevron and the herringbone in classic, understated tones. C...
NWT Tom Ford $7, 000 Runway Fall 2015 Size 42 / 8 White Open Back Fringe Dress
By Tom Ford
Located in San Diego, CA
SOLD OUT Brand new with tags TOM FORD Fall 2015 runway white fringe flapper style dress! Impeccably designed, this rare gem features fabulous white ...
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent F/W 2001 Collection Shoulder Bag Clutch
By Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
Iconic Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Shoulder Bag Clutch F/W 2001 Collection Black Leather Braided Handle, Embroidered Pattern, Grommet Embellishment, Dual Buckle Closure, One Fro...
TOM FORD Size 10.5 Nero Black Patent Leather Grosgrain Trim Slip On Loafers
By Tom Ford
Located in San Francisco, CA
TOM FORD loafers in a black patent leather featuring tonal grosgrain knot upper design with matching grosgrain trim, and slip on closure. Shoe trees not included. Comes with dust bag...
1990S TOM FORD GUCCI White Jersey Safety Pinned Cocktail Dress
By Tom Ford
Located in New York, NY
1990S TOM FORD GUCCI White Jersey Safety Pinned Cocktail Dress
NWT Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent F/W 2003 Fur Coat French 38 - US 6
By Tom Ford, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Montgomery, TX
NWT Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Fur Coat F/W Runway 2003 French size 38 - US 6 ( please check measurements ) Beaver and Fox Fur, Genuine Leather. Black Color, Zip Clo...
Tom Ford Black Knitted Dress - Size S
By Tom Ford
Located in Krakow, PL
Tom Ford Black Knitted Dress Sz. S – Very Good Condition Condition: Very good; minimal signs of wear under the arms; tag on lining requires repair; additional cleaning recommended F...
Tom Ford F/W 2013 Over-the-knee Boots with 2-D Flower Embroidery Size 37 - US 7
By Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford Over-the-knee Boots with 2-D Flower Embroidery F/W 2013 Runway collection Italian size 37 - US 7 Peep-toe, Pull-on style, 2D floral embroidered suede. Striped dyed Goat fur...
Tom Ford, black metal Tripp aviator
By Tom Ford
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Tom Ford, black metal Tripp aviator. The item is in good condition, scratches on the lenses.
$685Sale Price|20% Off
Tom Ford Brown Suede Open Toe Sculpted Heel Shoes Sz.38
By Tom Ford
Located in Krakow, PL
Tom Ford Brown Shoes with Sculpted Heel Size: 38 Condition: Very Good Condition details: Minimal signs of use; slight wear on the sole and suede. Details: Fits true to Tom Ford s...
S/S 2004 Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci Strapless Black Silk Dress 40
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
S/S 2004 Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci Strapless Black Silk Dress It Size 40 - US 4 90% Silk, 10% Spandex Made in Italy Excellent condition If you want to complete the runway look then you might want these incredible gold python shoes...
TOM FORD for YVES SAINT LAURENT 2003 Jeweled Embellished Runway Clutch Bag
By Tom Ford, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Montgomery, TX
TOM FORD for YVES SAINT LAURENT 2003 Collection Jeweled Embellished PVC Clutch Brown Satin Underlay and Lining. Kiss-lock Closure. Silver-tone hardware. Measurement: 10 inches x 4.5...
NWT Yves Saint Laurent Tom Ford YSL Size Large Black String Halter Bikini Top
By Tom Ford, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Brand new with tags YVES SAINT LAURENT by TOM FORD black halter sting bikini top! Features ivory plastic details that resemble pieces of coral. In great unworn condition. Made in Ita...
$161Sale Price|20% Off
TOM FORD Black Acetate Frames
By Tom Ford
Located in San Francisco, CA
TOM FORD frames in a black acetate featuring a round shape and metal monogram temple accents. Comes with case. Made in Italy. Note: these frames contain corrective lenses, which will...
Tom Ford Open Toe Blk Leather Booties
By Tom Ford
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Step with in confidence wearing our Tom Ford open toe leather booties.They provide the biker chic look we all covet, and can be worn so many different ways.The heel cutouts are such ...
TOM FORD for GUCCI 2004 Collection Leather Chevron Black Jacket It. 40 - US 4
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
TOM FORD for GUCCI Black Leather Jacket Italian Size 40 - US 4 2004 Collection 100% Leather, Black Color, Chevron Pattern, Zip Closure. Two ...
Tom Ford purple cocktail dress
By Tom Ford
Located in New York, NY
Tom Ford purple cocktail dress Long Sleeve with V-Neck Concealed Zip Closure at Back Size - XS Fabric: Not listed, feels like synthetic blend Condition - perfect ........Additional ...
2002 TOM FORD YVES SAINT LAURENT claret embroidered runway jacket and skirt
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Stunning and very rare, crimson velvet peplum sleeveless jacket with intricate rustic soutaché cord embroidery with tan cotton slim cut skirt designed by Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laur...
TOM FORD navy 100% wool leather trim double breasted pea coat IT48 M
By Tom Ford
Located in Hong Kong, NT
TOM FORD navy 100% wool leather trim double breasted pea coat IT48 M Reference: TGAS/F00517 Brand: Tom Ford Material: Wool, Leather Color: Navy Pattern: Solid Closure: Button Lining:...
GUCCI Tom Ford 2004 Runway monogram lined silk wool single button blazer IT38 XS
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI Tom Ford 2004 Runway monogram lined grey silk wool single button blazer IT38 XS Reference: TGAS/G00401 Brand: Gucci Designer: Tom Ford Collection: FW 2004 Material: Silk, Wool ...
Vintage NWT Tom Ford *Broken Mirror* Lace Smokey Gray Crystal Beaded Dress It 42
By Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage and New Tom Ford *Broken Mirror* Lace Faceted Crystal Embellished Statement Dress Gown Tom Ford's First Womenswear Collection for his Eponimous Label Debuted in 2011. Italian...
GUCCI Tom Ford Vintage brown wool mohair mid waist back slit pencil skirt IT40 S
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI Tom Ford Vintage brown wool mohair mid waist back slit pencil skirt IT40 S Reference: GIYG/A00368 Brand: Gucci Designer: Tom Ford Material: Wool, Mohair Color: Brown Pattern: S...
NWT Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent F/W 2001 Leather Military Jacket It 38
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
Rare Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent F/W 2001 Collection Black Leather Military style jacket Italian size 38 ( size 40 also available in our store) Measurements: Length - 28.5 inches...
Gucci by Tom Ford Spring 2000 Turquoise Blue Snake Print Vintage Tee Shirt Y2K
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in San Diego, CA
GUCCI by TOM FORD Spring / Summer 2000 turquoise blue snakeskin / python print short sleeve t-shirt ! Features all over snake print. Great layered or alone. Slightly cropped. Soft co...
Tom Ford, Shelton tuxedo jacket in blue purple
By Tom Ford
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Tom Ford, Shelton tuxedo jacket in blue purple. The item is new - unworn. CONDITION: new - unworn SIZE: 50R - L MEASUREMENTS: length 80 cm, width 50 cm, waist 46 cm, shoulder wid...
New Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2004 Gold Snake Jeweled Bamboo Heel Shoes US 8.5
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Gold Snake Sandals. Sizes US 8.5 B S/S 2004 Collection Amethyst color jeweled snake head. The heel features two inches of rose gold ...
GUCCI by TOM FORD 2004 Collection Black Silk Taffeta Velvet Jacket size S - US 4
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
A FABULOUS CREATION FROM TOM FORD'S LAST COLLECTION Almost impossible to find!!! GUCCI jacket by TOM FORD Designer size S - US size 4 2004 Collection 100% Silk, Color - Black, Finish...
Tom Ford Magnificent Black Lace Cathedral Met Dress Gown New
By Tom Ford
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An extraodinary gown by Tom Ford as seen at the Met Ball. Fashioned of exquisitely detailed dimensional embroidery. Dramatic full cathedral train of same ...
Tom Ford "WOW" $27K Bronze Beaded Cut-Out Mini Evening Dress New!
By Tom Ford, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tom Ford"s runway evening dress is a visually exciting entrance piece. Features hand beaded bronze bugle beads overlaid on silk net. Sexy style ...
Tom Ford for Gucci 2003 Collection Silk Nude Stretch Bandage Dress It.38 - US 4
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Nude Bandage Cocktail Dress Italian size 38 - US 4 2003 Collection Nude Stretchy Sexy Bandage Dress Side Zip Closure 71% Silk, 20% Nylon, 9% Spandex Made in Italy ...
$11,996Sale Price|20% Off
New Tom Ford Several Fur Combination Oversize Collar Multi Color Long Coat
By Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford Several Fur Combination Oversize Collar Multi Color Long Coat Designer size - 36 Oversize ( please check measurements) Amazing Combination of Several Type of Fur and Colors!...
Tom Ford, Atticus copper tuxedo dinner jacket
By Tom Ford
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Tom Ford, Atticus copper tuxedo dinner jacket. The item is new with tag. CONDITION: new with tag SIZE: IT52 - XL MEASUREMENTS: length 81 cm, width 54 cm, waist 49 cm, shoulder wi...
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford YSL Leopard Print Silk Chiffon Corset Style Top
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Tom Ford
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy YVES SAINT LAURENT by TOM FORD signature leopard print silk chiffon semi sheer shirt blouse! YSL has always known how to really do a good leopard print, and this incredible beau...
S/S 2001 Gucci by Tom Ford Lava Print Pink Silk Square Scarf
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a rare pink lava print Gucci scarf designed by Tom Ford. The lava design debuted on the men's Spring/Summer 2001 runway and was used heavily in womenswear. This print was quite popular, and Kim Cattrall...
Tom Ford for Gucci 2003 Collection Silk Corset Top Cocktail Dress 40
By Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Tom Ford for Gucci Silk Cocktail Dress F/W 2003 Collection Color - Chocolate Italian Size 40 This sexy dress features a corset top and cowl back with lots of strap and top-stitch...
Tom Ford Double-Breasted Coat - '10s
By Tom Ford
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Tom Ford coat in black, featuring a double-breasted design with a lapel collar. It has two vertical pockets with leather piping, a unique and elegant detail that adds a touch of luxu...
Tom Ford, black leather platform ankle boots
By Tom Ford
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Tom Ford, black leather platform ankle boots with gold hardware. The item is in very good condition and comes with box and dustbag. Small scuff on the nose.
TOM FROD white viscose OPEN BACK CREPE COCKTAIL Dress 38 XS
By Tom Ford
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Tom Ford cocktail dress in white crêpe combines elegance with a touch of allure. Crafted from a blend of viscose (65%), acetate (32%), and elastane (3%), it featu...