André Leon Talley |Live

Fashion Week, is it canceled? 

During this fashion week, I found myself wondering if I would get any glimpse of the fashion world, as the pandemic had pushed it so far out of reach, almost to the point of being forgotten. Almost all events have been postponed or canceled, and the few shows that do proceed are doing so under strict restrictions. The familiar standards of New York Fashion Week that we've grown accustomed to are now relics of the past.

Fashion Week in September 2022 may not have been canceled, but it certainly feels that way.

However, I was fortunate enough to participate in a live Zoom session with none other than Andrea Leon Talley, the iconic figure of fashion known for more than just his caftans. His influence in the world of fashion transcends mere garments and extends far beyond the hallowed halls of Vogue.

During the Zoom session, he generously shared insights into his experiences during the pandemic, his vast and impressive book collection, his candid opinions about Vogue as a publication, and his thoughts on Anna Wintour, among other topics. More importantly, he shed light on Ann Lowe, a figure whose contributions to fashion have often gone unspoken or rarely acknowledged.

Unfortunately, in-person shows and presentations will have limited capacity in various venues. Given the circumstances, traveling to the city is not a prudent choice at this time.

It was a conversation I consider myself extremely fortunate to have been a part of.

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