Stella McCartney is a British fashion designer known for her cruelty-free designs. She was born in 1971 and studied at Ravensbourne College and Central Saint Martins. In 1995, she designed her final collection for Parisian fashion house Chloe. She then launched her own label "Stella" and opened her first store. She has since expanded into various lines including Adidas, H&M, Gap Kids, and her own perfume and skincare brands. As an animal rights activist, she ensures all materials are cruelty-free and uses no leather, fur or genetically modified ingredients.