"It was fascinating for me to observe China's development over the years and to meet a variety of individuals as I witnessed their businesses thrive and their success grow," he says.
He adds that he gained a unique perspective on China starting at a young age, which allowed him to see similarities between China and the United States, not least in their entrepreneurial spirit, with people striving to improve their lives.
Now serving as the Chief Branding and Innovation Officer of Ralph Lauren Corporation, David Lauren visited Shanghai to represent the fashion brand at the China premiere of the documentary Very Ralph, which was held at the Shanghai Concert Hall on Dec 4.
The documentary illustrates, through interviews and archival footage, how Ralph Lauren, with no formal design training and humble beginnings, successfully sold his vision of a better life to a global audience for over half a century, solidifying his position as one of the most influential fashion designers of our time.
