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Inside the CFDA Circularity + The Future of Fashion Fireside Chat

CFDA's Emilyn Edillon and designer Kozaburo Akasaka touched on topics from the evolution of sustainability to slow fashion and New York City production during the FIT Sustainability Summit.

Donna Karan Sent Me to Therapy

Britta Larsen reflects on her own mental health and the power of an HR decision 25 years ago that set off a ripple effect, shaping her healing and career ever since.
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Nick Fouquet on Imagination, Instinct, and the Language of Hats

Western-wear has found new life across fashion and music - from Beyoncé to Pharrell. Nick Fouquet’s work has quietly helped define that shift, shaping the role of headwear within it.

Extending the Life of Fashion: Care, Repair and Technology

The intimate breakfast conversation, co-hosted by the CFDA, eBay, and The Circularity Project, gathered once again at the Ritz-Carlton New York Nomad's Bazaar Bar for a second session exploring the afterlife of a garment.

CFDA at the American Image Awards: A Night Honoring Zac Posen and Fashion’s Future

A look inside the CFDA tables at the American Image Awards, where Zac Posen’s Designer of the Year moment anchored a night of community and forward momentum.

A New Era of Retail

The conversation features leaders from Macy’s discussing buyer decision-making, building productive wholesale partnerships, and evaluating DTC performance.

The 2026 Local Production Fund (LPF) Factory Applications Open

LPF is designed to strengthen the direct relationship between designers and manufacturers, expand the use of advanced production capabilities, and generate more consistent, local production opportunities for NYC-based factories.

Lauren Levison & The Peninsula New York Co-host Save Venice Pre-Cocktail

The chic soiree brought out a glamourous group including Kate Mara, Dr. Macrene Alexiades, Gigi Burris, Andrew Kwon, Isaac Boots, and Kate Barton.

At the National Arts Club, Francisco Costa Talks Calvin, Craft & Celebrity

Costa discussed his venerable career, Calvin Klein’s current moment, red-carpet dressing, Lupita Nyong’o’s stolen Oscars dress and more as part of the club's Fashionspeak Fridays series.

Connecting the Dots and Community at Urban Zen

Donna Karan hosted CFDA members and their teams for an evening of fellowship and networking.

Reed Krakoff on John Hardy’s New Store Concept in Soho

The open and airy Spring Street space is the first U.S. location to feature the Chief Creative Officer’s retail vision.

Bridal, But Make It Now

New York Fashion Week Bridal designers gave a fresh spin to traditional white gowns.

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