GQ names its Fashion 100

GQ names the 100 most influential people in fashion. Whilst the number one is indisputable we take issue with some of the entries. Although Robert Pattinson is a great dresser, naming him the 5th most influential person in fashion seems a little farfetched, here is what GQ has to say:

10) Christopher Colfer

The CEO of Dunhill is working hard at turning the UK's most famous luxury menswear label into the British Hermès.

9) Gordon Richardson

With his white quiff and trademark short trousers, Topman Design Director Richardson is an instantly recognisable figure. Under his direction, the High Street juggernaut is now one of the most envied menswear retailers on the planet.

8) Richard Bradbury

River Island's CEO is passionate about promoting new talent and the company has sponsored Graduate Fashion Week for the past six years. In that time he has employed more than 200 graduates.

7) John Galliano

The designer for Dior has his own menswear label and recently launched a lower-priced diffusion range. He claims he is his own inspiration and is one of the most inspirational menswear designers working today

6) Christopher Bailey

Burberry's Creative Director has been credited with turning the once-staid London label into an international fashion powerhouse.

5) Robert Pattinson

Voted GQ's best-dressed man of 2010, the Twilight actor is today's ultimate male fashion icon.

4) Sir Paul Smith

The ex-Nottingham shopkeeper has never put a fashion foot wrong. He has come to represent all that is best about British menswear: well-made, a little quirky and always interesting.

3) Paul Kelly

Last year, the Irishman in charge of Selfridges celebrated the iconic Oxford Street store's centenary and has overseen it becoming more influential than ever.

2) Sir Harold Tillman

The acquisition of Aquascutum last year made the Jaeger mogul a serious force in the luxury menswear market and his position as Chairman of the British Fashion Council makes him a global ambassador for the best of British.

1) Sir Philip Green

This self-made billionaire dominates the British retail scene. His support for inspirational menswear at London Fashion Week shows he realises that the continued success of his bottom line depends on taking risks.