Another major American designer is defecting for Paris. Joseph Altuzarra revealed plans to take his spring 2018 show to the City of Light as is Thom Browne. Proenza Schouler and Rodarte also moved their shows to Paris to align with the couture schedule.
“I was born and raised in Paris and the city holds a very deep personal significance for me,” Altuzarra said in a statement noting that showing in Paris is in the interest of boosting international growth. “This has been a dream of mine since the very beginning and now the time feels right. I am honored to be invited by La Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode to show in my hometown of Paris.”
Steven Kolb, president and chief executive officer of the CFDA said that Altuzarra and his ceo Karis Durmer had discussed their plans with the CFDA prior to the announcement. “It’s really a business decision on Joseph’s part and personal decision with Paris being his hometown. I believe I can say that with great confidence.”
It’s Kolb’s professional duty to be an advocate for American fashion and New York Fashion Week. He noted that Altuzarra was a brand incubated in New York by the CFDA and
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