Belgian fashion designer and founding member of the Antwerp Six. Graduated from the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in 1981. Known for her avant-garde, gothic, and bohemian-inspired collections with deconstructivist style. Launched her eponymous label in 1985 with husband Patrick Robyn. Famous for her use of black and white, creating a serene and darkly romantic aesthetic. Inspired by artists like Jim Dine, Patti Smith, and Jackson Pollock. Held her first Paris catwalk show in 1991. Left her fashion house in 2013 to explore ceramics, returned in 2021 under new ownership by Claudio Antonioli.