Fashion Figures Celebrate André Leon Talley’s Life At Tribute
Just ahead of MET Monday, industry icon and author André Leon Talley’s life is celebrated today at a private ceremony at the Abyssinian Baptist Church in Harlem. Each year, André Leon Talley brought vibrant energy to the MET Gala red carpet and will surely be missed. Talley, who passed in January at age 73, led new paths in the industry and inspired many with a decades-long career to prove for it as the first black creative director at Vogue along with editor positions at Interview Magazine, Women’s Wear Daily, Ebony Magazine, and Vanity Fair. Rev. Dr. Calvin O. Butts III will officiate, with Valerie Simpson and the Abyssinian Baptist Church Choir performing. Marc Jacobs, Naomi Campbell, Bethann Hardison, Anna Wintour, and Carolina Herrera will pay tribute during the service. [WWD]
Saul Nash Wins The 2022 International Woolmark Prize
Saul Nash has won the 2022 International Woolmark Prize of AU$200,000 or $144,000USD. After weeks of expert industry panelists deliberating including Naomi Campbell, Riccardo Tisci, Edward Enninful, Pieter Mulier, Carine Roitfeld, Ibrahim Kamara, Sinéad Burke, Shaway Yeh, and Tim Blanks, Nash beat out other designers like Ahluwalia, Peter Do, Rui and more. Upon winning the award, Nash said, “I can’t describe how much this means to me. I just want to thank, so much, the Woolmark team. You’ve changed the trajectory of my life.” Nash’s collection stood out to the panelist because of his expertise in incorporating Merino wool into his activewear designs without compromising their technical DNA. The Karl Lagerfeld Award for Innovation went to South African designers Maxwell Boko and Mmuso Potsane of MMUSOMAXWELL who were awarded the cash prize of AU$100,000 ($72,000USD). “Winning means everything to us. It allows us to continue working with artisans and to further explore Merino wool, which is fantastic for us. It’s mind-blowing.”
The 2022 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Finalists Are Here
This week the Council of Fashion Designers of America and Vogue announced the finalists for the annual CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund. Jacques Agbobly of Black Boy Knits; Elena Velez; Felisha Noel of Fe Noel; Lauren Harwell Godfrey of Harwell Godfrey; Taofeek Abijako of Head of State; Conley Averett of Judy Turner; Colm Dillane of Kidsuper; Pia Davis and Autumn Randolph of No Sesso; Omar Salam of Sukeina; and Jackson Wiederhoeft of Wiederhoeft are the 10 finalists for 2022 and will all receive funding and one-on-one mentorship with industry leaders. Steven Kolb, CEO of the CFDA, said “This year’s group of finalists are among the best talents to being fashion into the future. They’re diverse, daring, and redefine codes of American style.” [Vogue]
Law Roach Is The New West Coast Contributing Editor at British Vogue
Stylist Law Roach was named as west coast contributing editor of British Vogue this week. Roach styles some of Hollywood’s leading actresses and athletes like Zendaya, Anya Taylor-Joy, Hunter Schafer, Tom Holland, Venus Williams, Lewis Hamilton, and as of last night, Bella Hadid. Alongside this new position, Law is also a judge on the HBO Max hit show, Legendary, and recently made history by being the first Black stylist to be named the most powerful stylist of the year by The Hollywood Reporter.
Fashion Trust Arabia Prize Announces Newest Advisory Board Members
For the fourth edition of the Fashion Trust Arabia prize, industry insiders Erdem Moralioglu, Olivier Theyskens, Gaia Repossi, Pierre M’Pelé, and Piergiorgio Del Moro have joined the advisory board. The nonprofit organization is an opportunity for fashion designers from the Middle East and North Africa to receive a financial grant between $100,000 and $200,000 USD. The Franca Sozzani Award beneficiary will receive a cash award of $25,000, a mentorship program, and a one-year partnership with British luxury retailer MatchesFashion. The live ceremony will be held in Doha, Qatar on October 26th. [WWD]
Elizaveta Porodina New Book UN/MASKED Is Out
Models.com interviewed photographer Elizaveta Porodina about her latest book project, UN/MASKED which focuses on the human psyche and unveiling “shadow” selves. We spoke to the formerly trained clinical psychologist about how she found her inspirations, the process of creating UN/MASKED, and returning to her true creative calling. Find the interview here.
Models.com Interviews Valentina Li
Models.com interviewed face-painter Valentina Li about her love for manga, the differentiation between a makeup artist and face painter, and how she’s keeping busy during the lockdown in Shanghai. Check out the interview here.