This collection brings together a unique series of in-depth profiles of leading fashion designers written over a five-year period by fashion editor Susannah Frankel. Originally featured in The Independent, The Guardian and Dazed & Confused, these interviews cover the work of the most influential designers of the 1990s, including successful British designers as well as big international names from Japan, Italy, France and the USA. The interviews provide a fascinating insight into the designers' lives, comprehensive biographical detail and extensive analysis into the way they think and work, as well as documenting the cultural climate at the time. The book is illustrated with portraits and specially commissioned fashion shoots by some of the most successful fashion photographers then working. Visionaries provides both essential background reading and a compelling gallery of outstanding images which will appeal to students and lovers of fashion alike.--From publisher description.