Actor · Costume Design
Born Feb 11, 1934 · Blackheath, London, England, UK
Active 1965–present · Awards: Officer of the Order of the British Empire, Royal Designer for Industry, Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire, Companion of Honour
Barbara Mary Quant is a Welsh fashion designer and British fashion icon. She became an instrumental figure in the 1960s London-based Mod and youth fashion movements and one of the designers who took credit for the miniskirt and hotpants.