Who’s the next great fashion designer? We’re on the lookout this New York Fashion Week for the lesser known or up-and-comers who are creating clothing and careers that are worthy of some praise… and closet space. While they aren’t household names yet, we’re so impressed with their skills that we’re betting they will be soon. So, check out “The Fresh Faces of Fashion” for the scoop on the designers we believe are the next big thing.
If you don’t know Sally LaPointe’s name, it’s time you memorize it. The Massachusetts-born, NYC-based designer is making waves in the fashion industry with her minimal and perfectly tailored collections. Her designs have been seen on the likes of Katy Perry, Kim Kardashian and Emily Blunt, and are sure to grace many more red carpets for years to come. We sat down with the designer to find out a little bit about herself and about her latest collection (which was inspired by the German modern dancer, Pina Bausch).
Here’s what we found out:
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SL: I would probably go to my local bar, which is like a “Cheers” place for me. I know everyone in there, it’s like my family and then I would probably go hit up all my favorite food spots. I love dumplings from Chinatown, I love pizza, so I’d make a little food tour after I hit the bar.
This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity.
Here’s a look at Lapointe’s Fall 2015 collection. What do you think?
Designer Sally LaPointe
