Zac Posen launched his eponymous collection in 2001, with a vision for modern American glamour that married couture technique with striking innovation. Raised in New York, Zac began his design training early. At 16, he attended Parson’s School of Design followed by London’s Central Saint Martins University. Two years following his first collection, he was awarded one of fashion’s most prestigious honors, Swarovski’s The Perry Ellis Award for Women’s wear by the CFDA. In 2015, Zac Posen was also awarded Designer of the Year by Women’s Wear Daily and Variety Magazine.
Known worldwide for his womenswear, American fashion designer Zac Posen launched his namesake collection at 21, quickly gaining critical respect. He has earned some of fashion’s most prestigious honors, and become a mentor in design. Having built his signature style by combining couture techniques with striking innovation, his fashions have become staples on the red carpet.
Raised in New York and trained at both Parson’s School of Design and London’s renowned Central Saint Martins University, Zac’s vision of modern American glamour and downtown sensibility enables women to be their most alluring, empowered selves. Having launched bridal and accessories specialty collections that elaborate on his distinctive artistic sensibilities, Zac is now bringing his unique aesthetic to fine jewelry with three stunning, feminine collections.
Zac Posen launched his eponymous collection in 2001, with a vision for modern American glamour that married couture technique with striking innovation. Raised in New York, Zac began his design training early. At 16, he attended Parson’s School of Design followed by London’s Central Saint Martins University. Two years following his first collection, he was awarded one of fashion’s most prestigious honors, Swarovski’s The Perry Ellis Award for Women’s wear by the CFDA. In 2015, Zac Posen was also awarded Designer of the Year by Women’s Wear Daily and Variety Magazine.
Today, Zac is known globally for his technique in artisan craftsmanship, anatomical construction and textile manipulation. His day wear, suiting and red carpet evening wear are infused with his bold sophistication, sexy femininity and distinctive glamour.
Worn by leading women, including Uma Thurman, First Lady Michelle Obama, Gwyneth Paltrow, Naomi Watts, and Rihanna, he has become a staple on the red carpet. His collections have grown to include Zac Posen, ZAC Zac Posen, and Truly Zac Posen with offerings in handbags, accessories, hosiery, eye wear, fur, and fine jewelry. Zac Posen is set to launch his Red Carpet make-up collection with longstanding partner, M.A.C Cosmetics, in February 2016.
Zac Posen serves as a judge with Heidi Klum and Nina Garcia on Lifetime’s mainstay Project Runway, now approaching its fifteenth season.
In Fall 2014, Zac Posen was announced as Creative Director for the Brooks Brothers signature women’s collection and accessories.
The first collection will debut in Spring 2016 and will be available worldwide.
Most Recently, Zac Posen partnered with Delta Air Lines to re-design the iconic uniforms that will be unveiled in 2018.
Worn by leading women, including Uma Thurman, First Lady Michelle Obama, Gwyneth Paltrow and Naomi Watts, he has become a staple on the red carpet.
His collections have grown to include Zac Posen, ZAC Zac Posen, Z Spoke Zac Posen, and Truly Zac Posen with offerings in handbags, accessories, hosiery, eye wear, fur, and fine jewelry.
Zac Posen serves as a judge with Heidi Klum and Nina Garcia on Lifetime’s mainstay Project Runway, now approaching its fourteenth season.
Most recently, Zac Posen was appointed as Creative Director for the Brooks Brothers signature women’s collection and accessories.
The first collection will debut in Spring 2016 and will be available worldwide.
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