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Fashion Network
09-06-2025
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Olivier Rousteing to be honored by the Couture Council of The Museum at FIT
The Couture Council of The Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology (MFIT) announced on Monday that Olivier Rousteing, the creative director of Balmain, will receive the 2025 Couture Council Award for Artistry of Fashion. The award will be presented at the Council's annual benefit luncheon on Wednesday, September 3, at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center—an event that traditionally signals the start of New York Fashion Week, with proceeds benefiting The Museum at FIT. "Receiving The Museum at FIT's Couture Council Award for Artistry of Fashion is a profound honor and a unique moment of reflection," said Rousteing. "Style is not merely about clothing; it's about the art of expression and the beautiful stories we share. Throughout my journey at Balmain, I've always pushed boundaries and challenged conventional notions of beauty to offer new and unexpected narratives. This award celebrates not just my work and my incredible team, but the collective spirit of boldness and creativity that fuels our industry as we continue to redefine the world of fashion.' Rousteing, who was appointed to helm Balmain in 2011 at the age of 25, became one of the youngest designers in history to lead a major Parisian couture house. Over the past 14 years, he has transformed the Balmain brand while remaining rooted in the legacy of founder Pierre Balmain. Drawing from the label's rich archives and traditional couture craftsmanship, Rousteing has created what many now refer to as a modern and inclusive 'New French Style.' "We are delighted to honor Olivier Rousteing of Balmain, whose fashions have attracted a diverse global audience through the famous Balmain Army," added Dr. Valerie Steele, director of The Museum at FIT. "Olivier's strong and beautiful fashions have been featured in a number of major exhibitions at The Museum at FIT, including Paris, Capital of Fashion (2019), Africa's Fashion Diaspora (2023), and the forthcoming, Dress, Dreams, and Desire (2025). I have such respect for Olivier Rousteing, who is not only a very talented designer but also a thoughtful and genuine person.'
Fashion Network
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Fashion Network
Olivier Rousteing to be honored by the Couture Council of The Museum at FIT
The Couture Council of The Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology (MFIT) announced on Monday that Olivier Rousteing, the creative director of Balmain, will receive the 2025 Couture Council Award for Artistry of Fashion. The award will be presented at the Council's annual benefit luncheon on Wednesday, September 3, at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center—an event that traditionally signals the start of New York Fashion Week, with proceeds benefiting The Museum at FIT. "Receiving The Museum at FIT's Couture Council Award for Artistry of Fashion is a profound honor and a unique moment of reflection," said Rousteing. "Style is not merely about clothing; it's about the art of expression and the beautiful stories we share. Throughout my journey at Balmain, I've always pushed boundaries and challenged conventional notions of beauty to offer new and unexpected narratives. This award celebrates not just my work and my incredible team, but the collective spirit of boldness and creativity that fuels our industry as we continue to redefine the world of fashion.' Rousteing, who was appointed to helm Balmain in 2011 at the age of 25, became one of the youngest designers in history to lead a major Parisian couture house. Over the past 14 years, he has transformed the Balmain brand while remaining rooted in the legacy of founder Pierre Balmain. Drawing from the label's rich archives and traditional couture craftsmanship, Rousteing has created what many now refer to as a modern and inclusive 'New French Style.' "We are delighted to honor Olivier Rousteing of Balmain, whose fashions have attracted a diverse global audience through the famous Balmain Army," added Dr. Valerie Steele, director of The Museum at FIT. "Olivier's strong and beautiful fashions have been featured in a number of major exhibitions at The Museum at FIT, including Paris, Capital of Fashion (2019), Africa's Fashion Diaspora (2023), and the forthcoming, Dress, Dreams, and Desire (2025). I have such respect for Olivier Rousteing, who is not only a very talented designer but also a thoughtful and genuine person.'
Yahoo
09-06-2025
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- Yahoo
OLIVIER ROUSTEING, CREATIVE DIRECTOR OF THE HOUSE OF BALMAIN, TO BE HONORED BY THE COUTURE COUNCIL OF THE MUSEUM AT FIT
The annual luncheon benefiting The Museum at FIT (MFIT) will be held Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center Download press assets NEW YORK, June 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Couture Council of The Museum at FIT (MFIT) today announced it will honor Olivier Rousteing, creative director of the house of Balmain, with the 2025 Couture Council Award for Artistry of Fashion during the Council's annual luncheon on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center in New York City. The event heralds the arrival of New York Fashion Week, with proceeds benefiting The Museum at FIT, the only museum in New York dedicated exclusively to the art of fashion. Couture Council board members Jane DeFlorio, corporate director at Vivid Seats Inc., Stephanie Loeffler, philanthropist and board member of the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, will serve as co-chairs. Bloomingdale's will proudly serve as the presenting sponsor of the luncheon, an extension of Bloomingdale's longstanding commitment to celebrating and supporting the art of fashion. For more than a decade, Olivier Rousteing has acted as the creative director of the Balmain house. In 2011, Rousteing was selected to head Balmain's design team, becoming one of the youngest talents named to lead a historic Parisian fashion house at the age of twenty- five. Rousteing has been carefully building upon the legacy of the house's founder, Pierre Balmain, who famously introduced a fresh, feminine, and surprising "New French Style" to post-war couture. Beginning with inspirations pulled directly from the house's rich archives, and fully utilizing the Balmain atelier's impressive mastery of intricate traditional couture techniques, Rousteing has been able to skillfully graft his own distinctive style at the historic house. He is considered to be creating a modern and inclusive "New French Style"—one which melds together an immediately recognizable singular silhouette, a contemporary outlook reflecting Rousteing's own extraordinary personal journey, and a spirit pulled directly from the avenues and boulevards of a transformed-yet-eternal Paris, the dynamic and diverse fashion capital that has influenced every Balmain collection for 80 years. "Receiving The Museum at FIT's Couture Council Award for Artistry of Fashion is a profound honor and a unique moment of reflection," said Rousteing. "Style is not merely about clothing; it's about the art of expression and the beautiful stories we share. Throughout my journey at Balmain, I've always pushed boundaries and challenged conventional notions of beauty to offer new and unexpected narratives. This award celebrates not just my work and my incredible team, but the collective spirit of boldness and creativity that fuels our industry as we continue to redefine the world of fashion." "Appointed to his post at Balmain at the age of 25 as the youngest creative director in Paris since Yves Saint Laurent, Olivier Rousteing has had a major influence on the industry," said Dr. Joyce F. Brown, FIT president. "Olivier's path as a visionary young designer is especially inspiring to our students, and we celebrate his cultivation of a broad and inclusive clientele over the past 14 years at Balmain." "We are delighted to honor Olivier Rousteing of Balmain, whose fashions have attracted a diverse global audience through the famous Balmain Army," said Dr. Valerie Steele, director of The Museum at FIT. "Olivier's strong and beautiful fashions have been featured in a number of major exhibitions at The Museum at FIT, including Paris, Capital of Fashion (2019), Africa's Fashion Diaspora (2023), and the forthcoming, Dress, Dreams, and Desire (2025). I have such respect for Olivier Rousteing, who is not only a very talented designer but also a thoughtful and genuine person." "I am honored to support the 2025 annual Couture Council Luncheon, both on behalf of Bloomingdale's and personally as a member of the FIT Board of Trustees," said Denise Magid, chief merchant at Bloomingdale's. "We are especially thrilled that this impressive award will recognize our incredible partner, the esteemed fashion house Balmain, and well-deserving Olivier Rousteing, who has contributed to innovation and creativity within the industry through his designs." Tickets to the luncheon may be purchased here or contact couturecouncil@ Patron levels for the Couture Council Luncheon: Fashion Icon table: $50,000 (one table for 10 guests with premium seating) Haute Couture table: $25,000 (one table for 10 guests with superior seating) Couture table: $20,000 (one table for 10 guests with priority seating) Haute Couture single ticket: $2,500 Couture single ticket: $2,000 Past recipients of the Couture Council Award for Artistry of Fashion are Simon Porte Jacquemus (2024), Gabriela Hearst (2023), Maria Grazia Chiuri of DIOR (2022), Wes Gordon of Carolina Herrera (2021), Christian Louboutin (2019), Narciso Rodriguez (2018), Thom Browne (2017), Albert Kriemler of AKRIS (2016), Manolo Blahnik (2015), Carolina Herrera (2014), FIT alumnus Michael Kors (2013), Oscar de la Renta (2012), Valentino (2011), Karl Lagerfeld of CHANEL (2010), Dries Van Noten (2009), Isabel Toledo (2008), Alber Elbaz of LANVIN (2007), and FIT graduate Ralph Rucci (2006). In 2008, Giorgio Armani received a special award for Global Fashion Leadership. ABOUT THE MUSEUM AT FITThe Museum at FIT (MFIT) is the only museum in New York City dedicated solely to the art of fashion. Its mission is to advance knowledge of fashion and promote lifelong learning through exhibitions and public programs that educate and inspire diverse and inclusive audiences. Best known for its innovative and award-winning exhibitions, the museum has a permanent collection of more than 50,000 garments and accessories dating from the 18th century to the present. MFIT is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. Visit ABOUT THE COUTURE COUNCIL OF THE MUSEUM AT FITThe Couture Council is a committed membership group that supports The Museum at FIT. The Couture Council helps make it possible for the museum to mount world-class exhibitions that educate and inspire, to build and conserve its extraordinary permanent collection, and to organize free public programs that serve FIT's 10,000 students as well as the general public. The Couture Council, working in conjunction with the museum, organizes activities and events to raise the institution's profile and provides financial support for the museum's initiatives. The most important of these events is the Couture Council's award ceremony and benefit luncheon. Designers who have received the Couture Council Award for Artistry of Fashion include Karl Lagerfeld, Valentino, Carolina Herrera, and Oscar de la Renta. For more information about the Couture Council, visit ABOUT THE FASHION INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGYFIT, a part of the State University of New York, has been an internationally recognized leader in career education in design, fashion, business, and technology for more than 75 years. Providing an uncommon blend of practical experience and theory on a foundation of arts and sciences, FIT offers a wide range of affordable programs that foster innovation, collaboration, and a global perspective. FIT draws on its New York City location to provide a vibrant, creative environment for learning, exploration, and research. The college offers nearly 50 majors and grants AAS, BFA, BS, MA, MFA, and MPS degrees, preparing students for professional success and leadership in the new creative economy. Visit ABOUT BALMAINBalmain is a French luxury fashion house founded in 1945 by Pierre Balmain as an expression of his innovative 'New French Style.' Today, under the creative direction of Olivier Rousteing, the brand ushers in a new era of modern elegance and sophistication, drawing on its unique heritage from 80 years of history. Timeless beauty and contemporary flair fuse in the vision of an authentic woman - confident, sensual, genuine, and approachable - embodying a subtle tension between strength and grace that echoes Monsieur Balmain's signature silhouettes and architectural volumes. Alongside the women's ready-to wear and accessory collections, the house speaks to its global audience with a men's tailoring collection and the Balmain Beauty line, inspired by the iconic Balmain fragrances from the 1940s and 1950s. ABOUT BLOOMINGDALE'SBloomingdale's is America's only nationwide, full-line, upscale department store. A division of Macy's, Inc. (NYSE: M), it currently operates 32 Bloomingdale's stores, 21 Bloomingdale's The Outlet stores, and four Bloomie's stores in California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, Washington. In addition, Bloomingdale's has an international presence with a location in Dubai and Kuwait. Founded in 1872, the iconic retailer celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2022. Be sure to follow @bloomingdales on social media, become a Loyalist, and for more information, or to shop any time, visit View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Fashion Institute of Technology
Elle
30-05-2025
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- Elle
The Singular, Je Ne Sais Quoi Allure of Balmain
The name This reputation for compelling design dovetails effortlessly with the modern woman's wardrobe. For every sharp-shouldered blazer navigating the workday, there's a glamorous draped dress to carry her into the night. Model wears The latest entry from the brand, the As for the name, Anthem draws inspiration from Rousteing's coterie of musical muses, whose melodies are always finding their way into the workshop during designer sketches and fittings, and onto the runway during Fashion Week. (It's also a reference to Monsieur Balmain himself, who likewise dressed the musical legends of his era.) The Anthem's design and name sing an homage to the vibrant heart of city life, where creativity thrives. They weave together the threads of fashion and the rhythm of music, uniting them in a timeless celebration of grace and ingenuity. Here, elegance and innovation meet, crafting a legacy that echoes through the city's soul. Showcasing its remarkable versatility , we carried the Anthem out onto the city streets to show how easy it is to adapt this new wardrobe hero into one's own creative identity. Model wears , , by Balmain. Discover the Anthem Collection Medium Anthem bag in Calfskin Mini Anthem bag in Leather Mini Anthem bag in Leopard Print Mini Anthem bag in Leather Medium Anthem bag in Leather Medium Anthem bag in Leopard Print Look 1 | , Balmain. , Balmain. Look 2 | , Balmain. , Balmain. Look 3 | , Balmain. , Balmain. , Balmain. Look 4 | , Balmain. , Balmain. , Balmain. Look 5 | , Balmain. , Balmain. , Balmain. Look 6 | , Balmain. , Balmain. Look 7 | , Balmain. , Balmain. Look 8 | , Balmain. , Balmain. , Balmain. Art direction by Thea Karas; production by Hannah Miller and Camryn DeCosta; edited by Jaclyn Palermo; casting by Mariano Restrepo and Delaney Dierdorff; fashion styling by Cassie Anderson; styling assisted by Danielle Flum; hair by Rei Kawauchi; makeup by Akiko Owada; Production by Lawrence Peng and Moon Chang. Special thanks to the Roxy Hotel New York.
Yahoo
04-05-2025
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Priyanka Jonas, Hunter Schafer Join Olivier Rousteing for Johnnie Walker Vault Launch Dinner
On Saturday night, the McKittrick Hotel — the longtime home of immersive 'Macbeth' production 'Sleep No More' — opened its doors for a new Scottish arrival. This time, the story looked a little different: more whisky, less murder. And a lot more Balmain. Olivier Rousteing, in New York for the Met Gala, and Johnnie Walker Vault teamed up to host a launch dinner for their new collaboration, four 'couture' bottles of whisky inspired by Rousteing's connection to the four seasons. More from WWD Here's a First Look at The Mark Hotel's Met Gala Baseball Cap That's Exclusively Gifted to Celebrity Guests Leon Bridges, Julez Smith and More Attend 'Grace Wales Bonner: Togetherness' at the Guggenheim Sarah Jessica Parker, Walton Goggins, Julia Fox and More Celebrate the Cult100 With Valentino at the Guggenheim VIP guests arrived at the venue through a blue-lit hallway, perfume-scented and filled with a trance-y audio track voiced by master blender Dr. Emma Walker and Rousteing, which set the mood for the 'sensorial dinner' ahead. 'The aromas and textures move like a cold spring day. You've got a sparkle in the air.' The Scottish voice then shifted to a French accent. 'When the art of couture meets the art of blending.' 'Hi fabulous goddess,' said Rousteing, emerging from the hallway and greeting Priyanka Jonas on the blue-carpeted step-and-repeat. 'You know I'm with one of the most beautiful women in the world?' he called out to the small group surrounding the pair. Afterward, they made their way hand-in-hand past the photo booth and descended into the dark dinner space, where an inverted pyramid, housing a swirling hologram, extended from the center of a large square table. 'I'll see you tomorrow afternoon,' Rousteing told Jonas. Final Met Gala fittings awaited. ' It's gonna be a really busy day [tomorrow], and I think it's even more complex than last year,' said a jubilant Rousteing before dinner. He and several other guests wore a small gold 'couture flask,' hanging from a long chain shoulder strap. 'Tonight we're celebrating Johnnie Walker; in two days we're gonna celebrate the Balmain dresses and suits. So I feel proud. I feel proud of what I'm achieving. After 14 years of career as a creative director, I feel like I just wanna explore,' he added. 'This incredible collaboration makes me more creative and more curious about everything.' 'He's just so incredibly talented,' said Jonas, who launched her own collaboration with Johnnie Walker last fall. 'Walking together at the Met, and [Rousteing] dressing me, is just really exciting. I think he's one of the most accomplished designers we have right now.' Other dinner guests included Hunter Schafer, wearing a tiny pair of wings, and Lupita Nyong'o — 'Olivier's Angels' — as well as Jeremy O. Harris, Rege-Jean Page, Stormzy, Nicky Hilton-Rothschild and Henry Goulding. 'It's Met Gala weekend. Everybody's in town,' said Goulding, dressed in a tux. ' It's always a fun circus, but it's quite stressful. There's a lot happening,' he added. 'There's so many people in town — I'm not looking forward to the traffic — but [looking forward to] seeing everybody and catching up.' Guests sat for dinner by chef Yann Nury, as the central hologram unveiled the collaboration's spring bottle. Jon Bon Jovi's 'Livin' on a Prayer' queued up as servers placed the first course, setting the scene for the first whisky pairing. Eighties pop hits accompanied each course — from Rick Astley to Kim Wilde and Rick Springfield. 'By the way, the music is my playlist, I'm so sorry,' Rousteing revealed to the room, as 'Whip It' played during the meal's dessert course of whisky-flavored ice cream. 'Tonight we are celebrating more than incredible blends — we are celebrating love, happiness, strength, and togetherness,' added the designer, closing out the evening. After dinner, seats were whisked away and the bottle hologram transitioned to a rotating silver Johnnie Walker mascot. The room's dark hue switched to blue, and a curtain opened to reveal the afterparty's Johnnie Walker Blue bar. New guests arrived, some VIPs lingered for a nightcap, and others made their exit. Tomorrow, and tomorrow: the Met Gala finish line is in sight. Launch Gallery: Lupita Nyong'o, Hunter Schafer, and More at the Olivier Rousteing x Johnnie Walker Dinner Best of WWD A Look Back at SAG Awards Best Dressed Red Carpet Stars SAG Awards Wildest Looks of All Time on the Red Carpet, Photos From the Archive: A Look Back at Marc Jacobs Annual Holiday Party [PHOTOS]
