FIT Future//Forward Conversations: Willy Chavarria in Conversation with Vanessa Friedman

As part of the FIT Innovation Speaker Series, Willy Chavarria, founder of his eponymous label and former senior VP of design at Calvin Klein, will be in conversation with Vanessa Friedman, chief fashion critic and fashion director for The New York Times. In a wide-ranging discussion, they will explore cultural identity as inspiration, the challenges and joys of being an American designer today, developing brand identity, and the importance of “building the village.”

The Innovation Speaker Series is part of FIT Future//Forward Conversations, which brings the creative industries’ most influential voices directly to the FIT community. Explore the full schedule of speakers at fitnyc.edu/futureforwardseries.

FIT Future//Forward is the strategic initiative launched by FIT President Jason Schupbach to establish the college as the premier laboratory for creative and creative business careers. Learn more at fitnyc.edu/futureforward.

This event is free and open to the public.