Meet the woman who launched New York Fashion Week
At the close of the interview with Fern Mallis, I read an excerpt from her book entitled, “Fashion Icons.” It was an emotional moment for us both; for me in particular because the interview personified her rare humility and inner grace. The excerpt reads:
Fashion’s truly a collaborative business. To pull off a successful show takes a village, a very cool sheik village. During this time I get to see firsthand from the front row what worked, what didn’t work, who triumphed, who failed, but, more importantly, I learned and watched how hard this industry works, the dedication, commitment that it takes to succeed season in and out over and over again. No one is an overnight success. There is a price to pay for fame and fortune but the respect and admiration I have for these people sustain me and bring me joy.
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