ON this day in history March 5...
...2003, Sir Hardy Amies died at the age of 93.The veteran British designer, who opened his fashion house at No.14 Savile Row in 1950, was most famous for dressing the Queen, but his high profile client list also included such fashion luminaries as Diana, Princess of Wales and Vivien Leigh.
...2007, Alexander McQueen professed his love for Naomi Campbell and revealed why they were such good friends:"Why do I love Naomi?Because she's common as muck!But seriously, we have a mutual respect for each other.Ever since I cancelled her five minutes before a show (in 1997), she's never messed me around."
...2008, Rolling Stone Keith Richards became the face of Louis Vuitton."He is a global icon, an inspiration to millions, and we are honoured that he has agreed to represent Louis Vuitton.It is hard to imagine a more compelling embodiment of a personal, emotional journey," said Antoine Arnault, head of communications for the brand.