Tommy Hilfiger is an American fashion designer and founder of the eponymous brand Tommy Hilfiger Corporation. He was born in 1951 in Elmira, New York, and began his fashion career in the 1970s, working as a designer for a variety of clothing companies. In 1985, he founded his own brand, which initially focused on men’s clothing but later expanded to include women’s and children’s clothing, as well as a variety of other products such as fragrance, home furnishings, and eyewear. The brand is known for its classic, preppy American style and has become a popular choice among consumers worldwide. In 2010, PVH Corporation (Phillips-Van Heusen) bought the company for $3 billion. Today, Tommy Hilfiger is one of the world’s leading designer lifestyle brands.