About Marc Jacobs

Explore the history of Marc Jacobs, the New York founded brand built on playful defiance, culture-defining creativity and fearless self-expression.

Marc Jacobs

Born in NYC in 1963, Marc Jacobs graduated from Parsons School of Design, where he was the youngest designer ever to receive the CFDA's Perry Ellis Award for New Fashion Talent.

In 1992, Jacobs showed his grunge collection for Perry Ellis. In April 1994 he successfully debuted his eponymous collection. Since then, he's spearheaded countless successful ready-to-wear, handbag, fragrance, cosmetic & book launches.

A cultural icon, Marc Jacobs continues to celebrate individuality and authenticity through bold designs and distinguished collaborations.

1984

Graduates from Parsons School of Design, NYC

1984

Marc Jacobs Brand is Founded

1992

Marc Wins CFDA Award for New Fashion Talent

1993

Original Grunge Collection is Released

1997

Driven by cultural foresight, Marc Jacobs opened is first store in Downtown Manhattan's SoHo district. A once desolate neighborhood, cutting-edge designers like Marc Jacobs redefined the area as a serious destination for sought-after fashion.

2007

Named after the charmingly rebellious Daisy Buchanan, the fictitious icon from F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby, our signature award-winning fragrance launched in 2007 with myriad beloved variations to follow.

2010

Bookmarc Opens on Bleecker Street, NYC

2014

Marc Jacobs Beauty Launches

2016

The Kiki Boot is Introduced

2018

The Grunge Collection Redux Launches

2019

Taking inspiration from iconic archival designs, the seminal Tote Bag was released in 2019, igniting unprecedented fervor and fandom. Reinvented seasonally, the signature carryall remains a coveted brand staple.

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The Leather Medium Tote Bag in White with various charms

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Runway

Spring 2025 Campaign