Ralph Lauren

United States
Net Worth (2012):$ 6.1 Billion
About Quotes (5) Trivia (5)
Born on: Oct 14, 1939 (Age: 72) Libra
Born in: New York
Marital status: Single
Occupation: Fashion Designer, Entrepreneur (Polo Ralph Lauren)

Ralph Lauren is a fashion entrepreneur and that too a highly successful one, but more than anything else he is an iconic brand, whose creations have redefined the fashion scene time and again. His sense of style and sophistication is not only visible in his cloth lining but also spills in his own life, that makes him a fashion aficionado in true sense. His $10 billion fashion empire, which owes its origin to a mere $50,000 loan that he took in 1960s is more than enough to establish his credentials as an astute businessman with the style and elegance of his own. His Polo brand provided the office goers the much needed sense of power and style in 1980s, which no other brand had even given a thought. It is Lauren's innovativeness, among many other traits of the model businessman that has made him the founder, designer and chairman of a $10 billion company. He was the first fashion designer to have his own store, and also the first to sell the whole lifestyle home line that includes furniture, fragrance, fashion for children and even a restaurant in Chicago, RL. He undoubtedly has a keen business sense, and is known for ability to stand by his product at all costs and ability to prevail despite several business failures are what make him a man whose net worth is in excess of $6 billion. He has got a taste for exotic cars and owns a car collection, which includes likes of 1929 Bentley, a 1937 Alfa Romeo, and a 1938 Bugatti.

"I've never wanted to be in fashion. Because if you're in fashion, you're going to be out of fashion."
"Don't be today's look. Be a look that's timeless. Don't try to be yesterday's news."
"I am constantly drawing inspiration from everything I see-the places I travel, the people I know and the movies I see."
"When I create a collection, I approach it with a cinematic point of view-I am not designing clothes, I'm creating a world."
"Every time I design clothes, I'm making a movie."
Ralph Lauren grew up in the same neighborhood but, were never friends. Klein's second wife, once worked for Ralph Lauren as an assistant.
He named his company "Polo" though he had never played the game and didn't know how to ride a horse.
Ralph Lauren underwent a of surgery for a benign brain tumor in 1986.
He has also won American Printed Fabrics Council "Tommy" award in 1977.
He has introduced Polo Leather Goods in market from 1979 and Polo/Ralph Lauren Luggage from 1982.

Ralph Lauren Autos and Cars (20)

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Bugati Veyron super sports

owned by
Ralph Lauren

Ralph Lauren’s Bugati Veyron super sports car is another luxury vehicle in the artistic fashion designer’s car collection. The designer’s plush vehicle is reported to be one of the Super Sport World Record Edition cars. Ralph ordered the pricey car with a custom specification. Featuring three different body colors in form of black carbon fiber, orange accents and matt black side vents, the customized car looks entirely distinctive from other cars. Veyron’s dazzling exteriors and comfy spacious interiors make it an ideal sports car. The pleasant Bugati car was delivered to the designer’s holiday home in Colorado after the “Pebble Beach event” held last year.

Distinct class

Featuring three different body colors in form of black carbon fiber, orange accents and matt black side vents, the customized car looks entirely distinctive from other cars

Superb handling

Bugatti Veyron Super Sport features an exceptional model
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1930 Mercedes-Benz SSK “Count Trossi” roadster

owned by
Ralph Lauren
7 Million

Ralph Lauren's remarkable collection of automobiles includes a Mercedes-Benz SSK "Count Trossi" roadster which was once owned by the Italian Count Carlo Felice Trossi.

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1931 Alfa Romeo Monza 8C 2300

owned by
Ralph Lauren
8 Million

Raplh Lauren owns a Alfa Romeo Monza 8C 2300. It possess a very powerful straight 8-cylinder engine.

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1938 Bugatti Type 57SC Atlantic Coupe.

owned by
Ralph Lauren
35 Million

Ralph Lauren owns a Bugatti Type 57SC Atlantic Coupe which is one of the most bizarre, elusive and expensive car in his collection. It boast its low stance, 200 bhp engine, lightweight construction, 123 mph (200 kph) top speed and influential teardrop body.

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1954 Ferrari 375 Plus

owned by
Ralph Lauren
4 Million

Raplh Lauren owns a Ferrari 375 Plus that features a very powerful 4.5 litre V12 engine which produce approximately 350 bhp. The cylinder block and heads are cast from light alloy making it really light weight to carry and to make the ride comfortable.

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1955 Jaguar XKD

owned by
Ralph Lauren
2.5 Million

The Jaguar XKD is powered by a 3.8-liter engine. This car is a perfect blend of features that makes it a complete package for the racing purpose. Ralph Lauren's passion for cars and speed is truly depicted in his unique car collection.

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1955 Mercedes Benz 300 SL

owned by
Ralph Lauren
600,000

Another car in his car collection is the Mercedes Benz 300 SL Alloy Gullwing. It is an icon of automotive design. It's unique features includes the gullwing doors, which open upwards. Its stylish look and great performance made it a part of the Lauren's car collection.

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1962 Ferrari 250 GTO

owned by
Ralph Lauren
15 Million

Ralph Lauren also owns one of the rarest and most valuable Ferraris ever produced. It was even driven to victory in a number of races.

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1933 Bugatti Type 59 Grand Prix

owned by
Ralph Lauren
1 Million

"Ralph Lauren owns 1933 Bugatti Type 59 Grad Prix that features a win overhead cam 4.9 liter With 300 hp (223 kW) and a power of ower 250 bhp / 187 KW @ 5000 rpm."

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1937 Bugatti Type 59

owned by
Ralph Lauren
500,000

Ralph Lauren owns a 1934 Bugatti Type 59. It has a powerful engine, 3.3 liter unit with a single Roots type supercharger fed by two down draft Zenith carburetors, and equipped with twin overhead camshaft engine.

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1938 Alfa Romeo Mille Miglia Spyder.

owned by
Ralph Lauren
5 Million

This car owned by Ralph Lauren is best known for its high speed. It has a top speed of 109 miles per hour. Another significant feature that made this car a part of Ralph's car collection is its impressive 255 horsepower.

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1948 Ford “Woody” Station Wagon.

owned by
Ralph Lauren
Raplh Lauren's passion for cars is truly depicted in his vintage car collection. He owns a 1948 Ford “Woody” Station Wagon. His passion for speed and race made him purchase this sports car.
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1955 Morgan +4 Drop Head Coupe.

owned by
Ralph Lauren
Ralph Lauren owns a 1955 Morgan +4 Drop Head Coupe. The best feature of this car is that it gives a proper protection from the British weather and a luxurious ride.
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1957 Jaguar XKSS

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Ralph Lauren
He also owns a 1957 Jaguar XKSS which has a six cylinder engine with 3442 cc capacity. It can reach a top speed of 150 miles-per-hour.
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1958 Ferrari Testa Rossa

owned by
Ralph Lauren
15 Million

His car collection also includes a 1958 Ferrari Testa Rossa.

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1965 Ferrari P2/3.

owned by
Ralph Lauren

Ralph owns a 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. This car is powered by a 4390cc, V12 engine, developing 380 horsepower and has a top speed of 186 miles per hour.

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1996 McLaren F1 LM

owned by
Ralph Lauren
2 Million

Ralph Lauren owns a McLaren F1 LM. This is a super powerful car whose torque is an impressive 562 lb.-ft. This is perfect to rush the LM through its 6-speed gearbox to 100 mph in a mere 5.9 seconds.

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2006 Bugatti Veyron.

owned by
Ralph Lauren
1.5 Million

He owns a Bugatti Veyron which is a powerful sports car. It is intelligently powered by a four-turbocharged, 8-litre, 16-cylinder engine that creates 1001hp.

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2010 Lamborghini Murcielago Super Veloce.

owned by
Ralph Lauren
450,000

Ralph Lauren owns a 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago Super Veloce which features a 6.5-liter V-12 engine. This car can hit 0-62 mph in 3.2 seconds and a top speed of 212.5 mph.

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1929 Bentley Blower

owned by
Ralph Lauren

Ralph Lauren owns a Bentley Blower which is intelligently designed by W.O. Bentley. It is a super car which is equipped with a supercharger, and a blower. This car is basically designed for the racing purpose.

Ralph Lauren Brands (1)

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Rolex Submariner

owned by
Ralph Lauren

Ralph Lauren has been usually spotted wearing a Rolex Submariner.

Ralph Lauren Cause (2)

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Memorial Sloan-Kettering

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Ralph Lauren

Ralph Lauren supports Memorial Sloan Kettering which is one of the world’s premier cancer centers.

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Breakthrough Breast Cancer

owned by
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Ralph Lauren is a great supporter of Breakthrough which is the UK’s leading charity. It is committed to fighting breast cancer through research, campaigning and education.

Ralph Lauren Collectibles (1)

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Cars Collection

owned by
Ralph Lauren

The fashion industry giant owns an invaluable collection of cars, which is probably one of the premium car collections in the world. Lauren's complete car collection includes 80-odd cars, maximum of which are housed in his 48,000sq ft garage in a 273-acre estate in Katonah, New York. The affluent designer poured in a portion of his fortune and a lot of energy, to form the brilliant car collection comprising Jags, Porsches, Bugattis, Alfa Romeos and Ferraris.

 

The outstanding cars in Lauren’s prestigious car collection include the long, flamboyant roadster “1930 Mercedes-Benz SSK”, one of the most eminent race cars “1996 McLaren F1 LM” featuring a deadly acceleration from 0 to 131 kph in mere 5.9 seconds, racing green “1950 Jaguar XK120” featuring a crouching elegant body and a buttery leather interior, a “1964 Ferrari 250 LM”, a “1929 Bentley Blower” and a “Bugatti 57 S(C) Atlantic 1938”.

 

Lauren loves to parade the cars in front of a slack-jawed public, just like he did at the “Museum of Fine Arts” in Boston in 2005. Most recently he displayed 17 of the cars from his collection at the Les Arts Décoratifs, in Louvre, Paris. The innovative designer considers cars as the source for his creative vision and integrates all the accumulated details into everything he designs, whether it’s a dress, a watch or a chair. 

Ralph Lauren Estates and Homes (6)

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Double RL Ranch

owned by
Ralph Lauren
27.5 Million

American designer Ralph Lauren owns a Colorado ranch that he bought in 1982 for $27.5 million.


Location: Double RL Ranch is located just outside Telluride, Colorado and is situated in the southwestern portion of the U.S.


Accommodation: The property is spread in the area of 17,000-acre and the ranch has 5 hand painted tepees, which have been set apart by his Native American friend Billy in a special ritual. Each Tepee gives Ralph’s unusual style and sense and is complete with Navajo artifacts, rustic furniture, vintage Navajo blankets and a tattered American flag. Ralph Lauren has built assembly areas, which are similar to outdoor living space featuring a dining table and chairs near an outdoor fireplace as well as a sitting area accented with denim cushions and Native American-inspired pillows. The ranch is filled with horses and ranch has the indispensable cowboys and dogs herding the animals. 

The mudroom

The mudroom holds the collection of leather caps and riatas

The brown cabin

The cabin is named on the former owner of the house, Billy Brown

The dining hall

Place which is used to serve breakfast to family

The terrace

The terrace faces to the stunning mountain view

Screening room

Comfortable leather armchairs for owner and guests in the screening room

The fire place

Modern style lamps completes a living area that lies alongside a bar and dining hall

San Juan Mountains

Mansion in Colorado is covered by San Juan mountains

The master room

Concho belts and an Indian chief blanket inside master room
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Manhattan Apartment

owned by
Ralph Lauren

When it’s about Ralph Lauren nothing can be at minimalism, hence his Manhattan mansion gives a clear view of his persona.

 

Location: The apartment is located in Manhattan New York.


Accommodation: Fifth Avenue duplex which was earlier designed by Angelo Donghia is a lavish apartment with posh white interiors. The highly sophisticated styling comes from high gloss lacquered surfaces, a plush fur throw, embossed crocodile lamp bases and the zebra print mirror which is just what you'd expect from his eponymous brand's reputation. His apartment also has the hints of his biggest signature looks, tha safari chic. The living room and luxurious bedrooms are designed in a very elegant manner with sculptures by famous artists. Living room is decked with a sculpture by Rembrandt Bugatti is displayed behind a custom-made sectional, cocktail table, and leather-upholstered carbon-fiber chairs. The entrance hall has a photo of the Chrysler Building by Sheila Metzner and a custom-made mirror by Mark Albrecht. The dinning space is decorated with Vintage light fixtures and leather-upholstered chairs by Ralph Lauren Home; the custom-made zebra-skin mirror is by Richomme.


Neighborhood: Manhattan is one of the luxurious city of NY hence its home to many celebrity like John Lennon, Sasha Vujacic' and Jennifer Aniston. 

The dining hall

Vintage lights hang above a dining table in the house

The kitchen conceot

Kitchen offers a vent hood, cabinetry and the Bertoia barstools

Living room alcove

The television stand in the living room and the glass desk

The entrance hall

A photo of the Chrysler Building and a sculpture in the entrance hall

The library’s wall

The library’s wall, custom-made sofa, armchairs, and cocktail table in his home

The living room

In the living room, a sculpture, cocktail table, and leather carbon-fiber touch chairs are displayed
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Beach House

owned by
Ralph Lauren
8.5 Million

Fashion mogul Ralph Lauren bought this house in 1981 and once belonged to John Lennon and Yoko Ono.


Location: The beautiful holiday home is located on the tip of Long Island, New York.


Accommodation: The property sits on the 5.5 acres of area and is a compact and cozy home that boasts Lauran’s taste of elegance in every nook and corner. The house has spacious living room with stone fireplace, white cypress club chairs and a sofa upholstered in Ralph Lauren Home’s Dutton Linen. The house also boasts model sailboat from Senza Tempo and Barcelona daybed by Mies van der Rohe from Knoll complete the relaxed nautical look. The master bedroom is cozy and has been designed by Ralph Lauren himself  and is an epitome of a classy beach resort bedroom. The entire house is colored in either white or earthy colors to give it a natural look. The house has its own quarter for guests and farmhouse-styled, stone-clad kitchen/diner with pure white cushions and white leather chairs. The best feature of the house is  an idyllic patio overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

 

Neighborhood:  The house is located in one of the famous Long Island that has many celebrity holiday homes. Howard Stern, Michael J. Fox and Jerry Seinfeld all have their holiday homes in Long Island. 

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Bedford Mansion

owned by
Ralph Lauren
30 Million

Ralph owns a Norman-styled stone house was built in 1919. "It’s a combination of hunting lodge and stately home,” Ralph Lauren says of the residence. 

 

Location: His mansion is located in  Bedford in the in the East of England that has many Victorian homes including Ralph’s mansion.

 

Accommodation: the mansion is spread in the area of 17,000 square foot is surrounded by greenery and evokes a feel of English countryside. The house is a perfect balance of contemporary and antique and is adorned with classic paintings like A Woman Hunting, 19th century, by Alfred Dedreux; Henry Koehler’s 1927 Hunting Coats and Whips of the Pytchley Hunt Staff; and Piebald Horse in a Field, 19th century, by Thomas Moyford.

 

Neighborhood: East of England is house for many celebrities such as Amy Winehouse and Sean "P. Diddy" Combs .

Bedford retreat

The poolhouse terrace

The terrace

The terrace is used for dining and entertaining purpose

The master bedroom

The master bedroom is enveloped in a deep-blue fabric

The spacious lawn

The spacious lawn and ivy covered walls of the house

The master bathroom

This master bathroom is a part of his part of the Lauren's five-room upstairs master suite

The library area

Priceless artworks in the library area

The dressing room

The collection includes classic pieces of riding boots and jean jackets are part of his everyday wardrobe

Antique and contemporary

Antique and contemporary art work in an area of the master bedroom

Dominating corner

Master sitting room in the house

The dining hall

Prominent paintings in the dining hall including A Woman Hunting, Hunting Coats and Whips of the Pytchley Hunt Staff and many more

Ralph and his wife

Ralph Lauren with his partner outside bedford mansion

The living room

A 1860 English chandelier and zebra wing chairs inside the living room
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Jamaican villa

owned by
Ralph Lauren

High Rock is the first home that The Laurens bought on Jamaica, about 20 years ago. Portrayed as Lauren's 'personal Jamaican paradise', the villa stands on a charming location over the Caribbean Sea with its own private beach access.

 

Location: The Jamaican villa is located at the Round Hill resort in Montego Bay, Jamaica.


Accommodation: Ralph had to add many modifications to the original home like improving upon the tiny swimming pool. “It was like a bathtub,” he says, the pool was replaced with one suitable for laps, and also added a large screening room in which they often laid back in evening for watching a movie. The home is open to the rain forest that surrounds the 20-acre property on three sides.

Marbel floors

Marble floors were installed in the living room

The pool deck

The view is gorgeous, it feels like a paradise on the earth

The screening room

The elegant screening room for guests and owner

The pool

The pool is quite a bit bigger with plantation along side as well

The verandha

The loggia terrace at verandha

Luxury has no limits

The deluxe master bedroom and banana leaf matting with mosquito netting

Very quite, very elegant

Very quite and peaceful place

Exotic interiors

Luxurious interior view of Ralph Lauren's villa

The living room

Gilt mirror hangs above the fireplace in the living room
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Cottage 26

owned by
Ralph Lauren

Ralph Lauren built his second home in Jamaica in 1996 as his children were growing and needed more space. This waterfront home is called Cottage 26, and was built by William Paley, the founder of CBS.

 

Location: This mansion with breathtaking water view is located in Montego Bay, Jamaica.

 

Accommodation: The pagoda is surrounded by four bedrooms. “It was beautiful before,” says Josef Forstmayr, Round Hill’s managing director, “but Ralph Lauren improved it. He expanded the terraces, and he made it appear more spacious by lifting the doors and windows by two feet and the roofline by three feet. It’s now very dramatic, and it relates better to the ocean and the rocks.”

 

Neighborhood: Montego Bay is a perfect holiday destination hence celebrities like Oscar Hammerstein, Johnny Cash, as well as Nicki Minaj have their holiday homes here.

 

 

 

Ralph Lauren Holiday Destinations(Getaways) (1)

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Colorado ranch

frequented by
Ralph Lauren
Whenever Ralph is in a mood to holiday he doesn’t have to look further than his ranch in Colorado. The 17,000 acre estate has enough space to do virtually anything, whether it is horse riding or just laying back to enjoy the nature’s wonders closely.

Ralph Lauren Private jets (2)

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Gulfstream G650

owned by
Ralph Lauren
58.5 Million

Apart from owning a Hawker private jet, Ralph also owns a Gulfstream G650. The Gulfstream is capable of cruising at Mach 0.85 at over 51,000 ft over land and has a maximum non stop range of 7,000 Nautical Miles. The G650 uses Rolls Royce BR725 series engines for a silent and more economic experience. The Gulfstream G650 is a pleasure for its passengers with hi-tech entertainment features, wireless internet and satellite phones. 

Complete architecture

Architecture of the Ralph Lauren's private jet

Prestigious private jet

Ultra rich interiors of one of the world's most prestigious jet
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Hawker private plane

owned by
Ralph Lauren

Ralph Lauren bought his first Hawker private plane in 1982 as his passion for cars and jets has always motivated him to make additions to his unique toy collection. Progression is what makes Hawker aircraft so successful and which is why Hawker is one of the favorite privet jets amongst the rich and famous.  It is one of the best long-range business jets that feature all the luxury comforts and can also be customized according to the customer’s need. The 900XP business jet offers unbeatable fuel efficiency, performance, intuitiveness and comfort.

High performance

Ultra comfortable light to midsize business jet

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Ricky Low-Beer

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Ralph Lauren
Ricky Lauren got married to Ralph Lauren in the year 1964. Ralph Lauren served in the United States Army from 1962 to 1964 and married Ricky after his army days.

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