Interim CFDA Members Launch at The Canvas

185 Greenwich Street,New York NY 10007

26 January, 2023

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ABOUT CFDA: The Council of Fashion Designers of America, Inc. (www.CFDA.com) is a not-for-profit trade association founded in 1962 with a membership of 456 of America’s foremost womenswear, menswear, jewelry, and accessory designers. Pillars include Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion through the IMPACT initiative, as well as Sustainability in Fashion. The organization provides its Members with timely and relevant thought leadership and business development support. Emerging designers and students are supported through professional development programming and numerous grant and scholarship opportunities. In addition to hosting the annual CFDA Fashion Awards, the CFDA is the organizer of the Official New York Fashion Schedule as part of the American Collections Calendar, as well as RUNWAY360, the digital destination for collection releases year-round. The CFDA Foundation, Inc. is a separate, not-for-profit organized to mobilize the membership to raise funds for charitable causes and engage in civic initiatives. Patrick Cupid/PATRICK CUPID - Patrick Cupid’s eponymous ready-to-wear brand draws a comparison of style and abstraction. Bold new prints are created each season that reflect the collection's underlying philosophy of “casual formality” which bridges luxury and leisure. His growing oeuvre represents classic and enduring styles that speak of the present yet remain timeless, imbued with artistic references and anthropological notes. Domestic production and local sourcing are part of the Patrick Cupid brand ethos to promote environmental health and support small businesses. Emma Gage/MELKE: Seriously unhinged. Focused on craftsmanship and creativity, Melke creates fun and quirky clothing aimed at pushing the boundaries of self-expression. Life is short; let's all be a little mischievous. Nicole Muhammad/SEW ELEVATED: Sew Elevated designs contemporary garments to empower confident, sophisticated women who want to distinguish themselves and express their bold personalities. Sew Elevated creates high-quality, carefully-crafted luxury garments with thoughtfully-sourced fabrics. Whether out in the community, in the boardroom, or taking in an evening of entertainment, Sew Elevated offers timeless style, incredible comfort, and all-day versatility. Michael Ward/the salting: The salting was conceived out of a shared bonding experience, craving newness. the salting is a unisex brand that stands for craftsmanship with an appreciation for ethically produced high, quality, globally sourced fabrications. A deliberate embrace of a fresh mentality. Quiet luxury. Entirely produced in America. Marrisa Wilson/MARRISA WILSON NY: MARRISA WILSON is built around the philosophy that all women should be able to effortlessly express their unique personalities. With a focus on quality and functionality, and a colorful, optimistic aesthetic, the brand is an extension of founder and creative director Marrisa Wilson’s personal belief that you should never have to sacrifice style for comfort. INTERIM CFDA Membership: In January 2022, the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) introduced a temporary (1-3 year term) tier of membership for designers who demonstrate great talent and promise but have been in business only five years or less as a pipeline to full CFDA membership. The CFDA provides its Interim Members with exclusive access to one-on-one guidance and support from industry leaders in matters of entrepreneurship and business development. These (5) participating designers were selected for the inaugural cohort. Press Contact: Mandie Erickson [email protected]