Marc Jacobs was born in New York City on April 9, 1963.
After graduating from the High School of Art and Design in 1981 he entered Parson's School of Design. As a design student at Parson's, Jacobs was the recipient of some of the schools highest honors including Design Student of the Year.
In 1986 Jacobs designed his first collection with the Marc Jacobs label. In 1995, the first Marc Jacobs store opened in New York's Soho district.
Since that time, the retail network has expanded to include stores in cities worldwide, specializing in women's and men's fashions, leather goods, shoes, and now—perfume.
The company continues to expand while maintaining its dedication to quality and a genuine love for fashion.