Ralph Lauren to Become First-Ever Knighted American Designer

2018 has been a banner year for Ralph Lauren, with a 50th anniversary tribute from the CFDA and commemorative book published by Rizzoli Books, along with a multitude of major drops and collaborations. Next year, however, the fashion icon will receive arguably his highest honor yet: an honorary knighthood, courtesy of Britain's current monarch, Queen Elizabeth II. Along with recognition for his philanthropic efforts, Antony Phillipson, British Consul General to New York and Her Majesty's Trade Co...