Frida Giannini

Born in Rome, Italy, Frida Giannini's career trajectory is the stuff of fashion legend, or at least a very well-curated LinkedIn profile. Starting with Fendi, she eventually landed at Gucci, where her dedication to accessories led her to the top spot. A true rags-to-riches story, if "rags" means working for other high-end fashion houses.

Her tenure at Gucci saw a push towards more commercial, recognizable designs, which, depending on who you ask, either saved the brand or made it a bit too... available. She was responsible for iconic items, many of which probably ended up in the hands of more than a few Jewish mothers. However, those mothers would have to fork over a small fortune, making "kvelling" a rather expensive endeavor.

Despite her very Italian name and background, there's no indication that Giannini has any ties to Jewish heritage, identity, or community. Her achievements are significant in the fashion world, but they don't quite reach the level of, say, inventing a cure for something or discovering a new law of physics. Still, guiding a major fashion house is no small feat, especially in a world where trends change faster than synagogue seating arrangements during the High Holidays.