Charles Frederick Worth ( Bourne , Lincolnshire , 13 October 1825 -- Paris , 10 March 1895 ) , widely considered the Father of Haute couture , was an English fashion designer of the 19th century , whose works were produced in Paris . Charles Frederick Worth ( 13 October 1825 -- 10 March 1895 ) , widely considered the Father of Haute couture , was an English fashion designer of the 19th century , whose works were produced in Paris .