Derek Lam is a Chinese/American fashion designer who in addition to designing his own line, Lam also works as Tod’s ready-to-wear and accessories Creative Director. Lam is best known for his pretty, girly fabrics backed by clean, crisp silhouettes. Signature pieces include raw silk sheath dresses with plunging necklines, wide-leg trousers in various wools and dainty cashmere pea coats cinched with stiff silk belts.