Isaac Mizrahi's Fall 1994 Show: A Colorful Turn Documented in Unzipped
On April 12, 1994, Isaac Mizrahi showcased his fall 1994 ready-to-wear line at Bryant Park in New York, which included vibrant puffers, faux fur pieces, marled knits, pom-poms, and sock-shoes. The collection became well-known due to the 1995 documentary 'Unzipped,' directed by Douglas Keeve, Mizrahi's partner. This film chronicled Mizrahi's evolution from a disappointing review in spring 1994 to the triumph of his collection. In the 1990s, fashion seasons transitioned from Paris to New York, causing concern when Women's Wear Daily highlighted Jean Paul Gaultier's Inuit-inspired designs. Mizrahi's theatrical presentation featured a scrim for an intimate viewing experience. Vogue Runway has now digitized this collection.
Key facts
- Isaac Mizrahi presented his fall 1994 ready-to-wear collection on April 12, 1994, in the tents at Bryant Park, New York.
- The collection featured crayola-colored puffers, faux furs, marled knits, pom-poms, and sock-shoes.
- The collection is documented in the 1995 film 'Unzipped,' directed by Douglas Keeve.
- Mizrahi's inspiration included the 1922 silent film 'Nanook of the North.'
- WWD featured a look from Jean Paul Gaultier's Inuit-inspired 'trans-Siberian' collection, causing panic for Mizrahi.
- Mizrahi used a scrim to allow the audience to watch models dress and undress.
- Vogue described the show as a 'voyeuristic thrill.'
- Mizrahi stated that color had become the provocative element in fashion.
- The collection has been digitized as part of Vogue Runway's archival efforts.
Entities
Artists
- Isaac Mizrahi
- Douglas Keeve
- Jean Paul Gaultier
Institutions
- Vogue Runway
- Women's Wear Daily (WWD)
- Bryant Park
Locations
- New York
- Paris