masters of innovation
Norma Kamali
The photo of Farrah Fawcett wearing the
red swimsuit is an indelible image. But for
Norma Kamali, the New York-based fashion
designer behind the iconic garment, it's
merely another moment in a very storied
career. The trendsetting pioneer is credited
with popularizing shoulder pads in the '80s
("I was obsessed with Old Hollywood films
and the glamour of that look. I also
loved the idea of a casual lifestyle look,
so I put the two together."), while her
ubiquitous '70s-era Sleeping Bag coat is
still coveted today. Kamali, who launches
her wellness-focused brand, Norma Life,
this month, stays inspired with pursuits
outside of fashion. "Having interests in
different creative worlds allows me to still
be stimulated by fashion," she says.
Kamali's spring 2019 men's and women's ready-to-wear collections
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