“My vision continues to be as it was in the beginning. It hasn’t changed." —Ralph Lauren. Discover more from the story of Ralph Lauren, as told in his newly updated book, “Ralph Lauren: 50 Years,” via RalphLauren.com

“When I design a collection, I have a heroine in mind. She is the star of my movie.” —Ralph Lauren, from the newly updated edition of his landmark book. Swipe for photos, and discover more from “Ralph Lauren: 50 Years” via RalphLauren.com.

“I build a collection out of a dream. I’m making a movie.”— Ralph Lauren, on the inspirations that define his collections. Learn more about Ralph Lauren’s cinematic approach to design in “Ralph Lauren: 50 Years,” the newly updated edition of his landmark book. Visit RalphLauren.com to learn more and shop.

“I extend all the experience from my private life into my work, because living is my library.” — Ralph Lauren, from “Ralph Lauren: 50 Years,” the newly revised and expanded edition of the landmark book. Discover more and shop at RalphLauren.com. [Photography: Lauren Family Album and © Estate of Barbra Walz]

A Swarovski-studded top reinterprets classic houndstooth for evening. Shop Ralph Lauren's Fall 2017 Collection at RalphLauren.com/Collection. #RLFall2017 #NYFW

For Fall 2017, Ralph Lauren paired a timeless Purple Label tuxedo with a handcrafted, western-inspired sweater for a look that is both modern and iconically RL. Shop the Fall 2017 Fashion Show at RalphLauren.com. #RLFall2017 #NYFW
Model: Anwar Hadid

In printed Glen plaid silk, a gown from the Fall 2017 Fashion Show merges menswear patterns with automotive inspirations. Shop now. #NYFW
Model: Yue Han

An impeccably-tailored Purple Label jumpsuit embodies the automotive inspirations of Ralph Lauren’s Fall 2017 Collection. Shop now at RalphLauren.com. #RLFall2017 #NYFW
Model: Hamid Onifade

Inspired by sculptural automotive design. A look from Ralph Lauren’s Fall 2017 Collection, available now at RalphLauren.com #RLFall2017 #NYFW
Model: Mayowa Nicholas