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first looks
December 2, 2011

A First Look at F.I.T.’s Next Exhibit, ‘Impact: Fifty Years of the CFDA’

By Charlotte Cowles

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In honor of its 50th anniversary in 2012, the CFDA has paired up with the Museum at F.I.T. to mount an exhibit of over 100 garments and accessories designed by CFDA members past and present, including Bill Blass, Michael Kors, Thom Browne, Norman Norell, and many more. Curator Patricia Mears will select which designers to include in the show; all the living participants will submit a single item or outfit “that best represents his or her impact on the fashion world,” according to F.I.T.’s press release.  Organized by Diane Von Furstenberg, the show will be on view from February 10 to April 20 of next year. You can see a preview of the exhibit, including the Narciso Rodriguez dress worn by Michelle Obama on election night and a Traina‑Norell outfit owned by Lauren Bacall, in our slideshow.

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Impact:  Fifty Years of the CFDA at the Museum at F.I.T. Geoffrey Beene Rayon and silk gown with metallic trim Spring 1990, USA, lent by ... Impact:  Fifty Years of the CFDA at the Museum at F.I.T. Geoffrey Beene Rayon and silk gown with metallic trim Spring 1990, USA, lent by The Geoffrey Beene Foundation
Impact:  Fifty Years of the CFDA at the Museum at F.I.T. Halston Evening dress in red silk crepe c.1976, USA, gift of Celanese
Impact:  Fifty Years of the CFDA at the Museum at F.I.T. Halston Evening dress in red silk crepe c.1976, USA, gift of Celanese
Impact:  Fifty Years of the CFDA at the Museum at F.I.T. Michael Kors Cashmere sweatshirt, hemp crystal-beaded pajama pant, walnut leather... Impact:  Fifty Years of the CFDA at the Museum at F.I.T. Michael Kors Cashmere sweatshirt, hemp crystal-beaded pajama pant, walnut leather belt, and platform sandal Spring 2011, USA, lent by Michael Kors
Impact:  Fifty Years of the CFDA at the Museum at F.I.T. Michael Kors Cashmere sweatshirt, hemp crystal beaded pajama pant, walnut leather... Impact:  Fifty Years of the CFDA at the Museum at F.I.T. Michael Kors Cashmere sweatshirt, hemp crystal beaded pajama pant, walnut leather belt and platform sandal Spring 2011, USA, lent by Michael Kors
Impact:  Fifty Years of the CFDA at the Museum at F.I.T. Galanos Evening dress in leopard printed silk chiffon and feather-trimmed stole ... Impact:  Fifty Years of the CFDA at the Museum at F.I.T. Galanos Evening dress in leopard printed silk chiffon and feather-trimmed stole c. 1967, USA, gift of Frederick Brisson in memory of his wife Rosalind Russell
Impact:  Fifty Years of the CFDA at the Museum at F.I.T. Narciso Rodriguez Embroidered silk dress worn by Michelle Obama on election night... Impact:  Fifty Years of the CFDA at the Museum at F.I.T. Narciso Rodriguez Embroidered silk dress worn by Michelle Obama on election night 2008 Spring 2009, USA, lent by Narciso Rodriguez
Impact:  Fifty Years of the CFDA at the Museum at F.I.T. Rudi Gernreich Wool knit minidress 1963, USA, gift of Ruth Deardoff
Impact:  Fifty Years of the CFDA at the Museum at F.I.T. Bill Blass Red cashmere cardigan and red silk satin long skirt 1984, USA, gift ... Impact:  Fifty Years of the CFDA at the Museum at F.I.T. Bill Blass Red cashmere cardigan and red silk satin long skirt 1984, USA, gift of Bill Blass, Ltd.
Impact:  Fifty Years of the CFDA at the Museum at F.I.T. Traina‑Norell Evening set: gold sequined camel silk jersey sheath dress and cashme... Impact:  Fifty Years of the CFDA at the Museum at F.I.T. Traina‑Norell Evening set: gold sequined camel silk jersey sheath dress and cashmere coat with sequined lining c. 1958, USA, gift of Lauren Bacall
Impact:  Fifty Years of the CFDA at the Museum at F.I.T. Traina‑Norell Evening set: gold sequined camel silk jersey sheath dress and cashme... Impact:  Fifty Years of the CFDA at the Museum at F.I.T. Traina‑Norell Evening set: gold sequined camel silk jersey sheath dress and cashmere coat with sequined lining c. 1958, USA, gift of Lauren Bacall
Impact:  Fifty Years of the CFDA at the Museum at F.I.T. Giorgio di Sant'Angelo Floral print dress dress with chamois skin bodice 1971, ... Impact:  Fifty Years of the CFDA at the Museum at F.I.T. Giorgio di Sant'Angelo Floral print dress dress with chamois skin bodice 1971, USA, gift of Ms. Lena Horne
Impact:  Fifty Years of the CFDA at the Museum at F.I.T. Thom Browne Pheasant feather/wool suit (jacket and pants), white oxford shirt, gr... Impact:  Fifty Years of the CFDA at the Museum at F.I.T. Thom Browne Pheasant feather/wool suit (jacket and pants), white oxford shirt, grey flannel necktie, grey felted fur bowler hat, grey leather boots Autumn/Winter 2008‑2009, USA, lent by Thom Browne
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