June 1–November 6, 2022 Fashion and Textile History Gallery Dior + Balenciaga: The Kings of Couture and Their Legacies features fashions by Christian Dior (1905–1957) and Cristóbal Balenciaga (1895–1972), the two most important couturiers of the mid-20th century. Featuring objects drawn solely from The Museum at FIT’s permanent collection, this exhibition is the first to […]
Resurgence October 10–November 6 Lobby and Gallery Resurgence showcases the ingenuity of artisan work and hand-crafted objects from textiles, jewelry, and decorative accessories. Contributors to this show include FIT alumni, faculty, and students, as well as finalists from the 2022 Global Eco Artisan Awards, a recognition given by the AGAATI Foundation. The unique pieces highlight […]
Malcolm Crews, design director of men's graphics at Tommy Hilfiger, will be the guest at this week’s Faces and Places in Fashion. The Faces and Places in Fashion lecture series is a forum for prominent fashion professionals to discuss their trade, experience, and perspective on the business. Find more details and the full fall schedule on […]
Image courtesy of KR3T's. Join choreographers from the Hip Hop Dance Conservatory (H+) and Keep Rising to the Top (KR3T's) together with FIT professor Elena Romero, who will discuss the evolution of hip hop style—from authentic NYC street style to what is now a more intentional representation of that style. H+ and KR3T's support young […]
Global brands have had to consistently navigate the protocols, cultures, and shifting legal sands upon which these international trade and marketing realities have precariously, albeit successfully, functioned. ESG (environmental, social, and governance) has thrust upon us demanding and disruptive protocols, insisting on displacing traditional ways of thinking, and their time-tested norms. As change is challenging […]
