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CurrentRalph & Russo is a haute couture fashion house. It became the first and only British house to be elected by the Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture to show its collection on the official schedule at Paris Haute Couture Week, alongside brands such as Chanel, Dior and Valentino.The Chambre Syndicale’s president, Didier Grumbach has been quoted saying “We expect savoir faire, which is being lost, and they [Ralph & Russo] have it”.The house was founded in 2007 by Australian born duo Tamara Ralph (creative director) and Michael Russo (CEO) and within a very short time established itself as one of the world’s most respected and exclusive fashion houses. The brand has become synonymous with dressing international royalty and A-list celebrities.In 2013, Tamara Ralph and Michael Russo both joined Marissa Mayer and Mark Zuckerberg on Fortune magazine's prestigious 40 under 40. Jointly listed at #39 Tamara and Michael are two of the youngest stars recognised by Fortune and the only fashion company to be acknowledged, cementing their presence, influence and status in the fashion world.