Pierce Mattie Public Relations New York & Los Angeles

So this week was the Council of Fashion Designer’s of America (CFDA) election for a new president. The two contenders for the position were Joseph Abboud and Diane Von Furstenburg. Personally, I had forgotten about the election until I saw a girl on the subway with a t-shirt that read “DVF for President!” I assume it was an intern. I found it surprising how much press this election received. I wonder if outside of the island anyone else knew that this grand election was taking place…probably not. We are in our own little fashion bubble after all.

The president of the CFDA will promote the cause of American designers globally, fight against fashion piracy and mediate between any creative egos and the disputes they may cause. It seems as if both of the candidates were in agreement about most of the issues so it really boiled down to whether or not you prefer a wrap dress or a well tailored suit. In the end, the more popular designer won. Yes indeed, DVF is the new CFDA president. She will be working closely with new director Steven Kolb. I am interested to see what, if any, changes she will make. Let’s just hope for fashions sake, she can maintain peace amongst the creative alter egos the fashion world houses. I have faith in her—congrats Ms. Von Furstenburg, we look forward to seeing your progress.