She’s been called the Godmother of Fashion for a reason—Fern Mallis is the visionary who created New York Fashion Week, forever changing the fashion industry and putting NYC on the global style map. From working with the CFDA and IMG Fashion to launching her own consulting firm, Fern has spent decades shaping the careers of iconic designers and influencing the way we experience fashion. In this episode, she takes us behind the scenes of NYFW, revealing its origins, evolution, and where it’s headed next. We’re talking must-know brands, the future of fashion, and what it really takes to build a lasting label in today’s ever-changing industry. Plus, Fern shares insider stories from her legendary 92NY conversation series, her experiences backstage at the most iconic Fashion Week shows, and what truly defines a fashion icon. 

Mentioned in the Episode:

Fern Mallis Instagram

NYFW

Mademoiselle Magazine

Vogue

Gimbels East

International Design Center of New York

Seventh on Sale

Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS (DIFFA)

Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA)

Bryant Park

Studio 54

Max Alexander (@couture.to.the.max)

Tanner Fletcher

Prada

SABYSACHI

92NY

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Gul Rouge LilaNur Parfums

Gabriele Frantzen 

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