Adolfo Domínguez facts for kids
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Adolfo Domínguez
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Adolfo Domínguez Fernández
14 May 1950 A Pobra de Trives, Galicia, Spain
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Alma mater | University of Santiago de Compostela |
Occupation | Fashion designer |
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Spouse(s) | Elena González |
Children | 3; including Tiziana |
Awards | National Design Prize, 2014 |
Adolfo Domínguez Fernández was born on May 14, 1950. He is a famous fashion designer from Spain. In 2014, he received a special award called the National Design Prize.
Adolfo studied Philosophy and Arts at Santiago University. He focused on Art during his studies. His company is quite large. As of 2024, it had 350 stores in 24 different countries. More than half of these stores were outside Spain. For the business year ending in 2024, his company made 114 million euros.
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Adolfo Domínguez: A Fashion Journey
Starting a Fashion Business
Adolfo Domínguez began his fashion career in the early 1970s. He took over his father's small clothing shop in Ourense, Spain. For several years, he worked hard to create new and exciting designs.
His big moment came in 1981. He showed his unique clothing collection in Madrid. This presentation helped him become well-known. He was the first Spanish designer to open his own brand-name store in Madrid. This store soon grew into a large chain. His shops opened all over Spain and in other countries too.
Growing the Company
In 1997, Adolfo Domínguez's company became a public company. This means people could buy shares of his company. At its peak, the company had about 400 stores. Many of these stores were located outside of Spain. The company's yearly sales reached around 182 million euros.
His Unique Style
Adolfo Domínguez is known for his special fashion style. He often uses natural fabrics and simple, elegant designs. His clothes are comfortable yet stylish. He also has a line of perfumes. These perfumes are managed by a company called Puig.
External Links
- Adolfo Domínguez at FMD
See also
In Spanish: Adolfo Domínguez para niños