How do you become a international top fashion designer?

My dream is to become a international fashion designer. I want to open my own company. I want my future company to be as popular as Gucci, Chanel.. What is the steps to become a international fashion designer?

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A great way to break into fashion is by joining an online community like http://www.chictopia.com. It allows you to network while showcasing your designs and talent. Some of the users have been featured in ElleSpain, TeenVogue, and WWD. http://answers.yahoo.com/question/accuse_write?qid=20080915203636AA0UrXI&kid=PqxOIWHKO3gn7Nfc1V31&s=comm&date=2008-10-21+16%3A45%3A39&.crumb=

There are many ways to go about it. Really one reason is to focus on your work and have a passion for it. Start by advertising your brand! Go to trade shows, Las Vegas. Open up a store (small). It really takes HARD work, it will not happen over night unless God is looking down on you :). Has far as Chanel goes, it took her awhile and connections from her love of her life to get her foot in the door. You have to go where the money is. All it takes is a "good" client! That all you would need.