- About The FilmFeaturing interviews with fashion luminaries Anna Sui, Nanette Lepore, Ralph Rucci, Martha Stewart, Andrew Rosen, Simon Doonan, Robert Verdi, J. Alexander, Yeohlee Teng and many more
"Make It In America: Empowering Global Fashion" Synopsis:Starring veteran fashion professionals Anna Sui, Nanette Lepore, Andrew Rosen, Robert Verdi, Miss J Alexander and Made In USA advocate Martha Stewart, this new documentary by Director James Belzer takes a contemporary look at the loss & subsequent re-invigoration of domestic apparel production in the US. Focusing on the NY Garment Center and key fashion cities of Los Angeles & Miami.The infrastructure of US manufacturing is explored though interviews with the manufacturers, fashion designers, journalists and other members of the fashion industry. - CastThe United State's foremost designers, industry insiders and domestic manufacturing advocates tell the story in their own words.
Cast, in order of appearance:
Simon Doonan – Barneys New York
Nanette Lepore – Designer
Martha Stewart – Founder, Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia
Martin Greenfield – Greenfield Clothiers
Tod Greenfield – Greenfield Clothiers
Fern Mallis – Fashion Authority
J. Alexander- Fashion Advisor
Ralph Rucci – Designer
Andrew Rosen – Fashion Executive
Teddy & Karen Sadaka – Apparel Production (NYC Factory)
Arianna Huffington – Huffington Post
Anna Sui – Designer
George Feldenkreis – CEO, Perry Ellis International
Gaby Basora – Designer
Jeff Rudes – Fashion Executive
Simon Collins – Parsons School of Design (former Dean)
Jordon & Jensen Adoni – Modern Vice owners
Bob Bland – CEO, Manufacture NY
Nelis Parts – formerly with Manufacture NY
Doreen Hemlock – Journalist, Sun-Sentinel
Judy Stein – Executive Director, Florida Swimwear Association
Elan Savir – Owner, Elan International
Ilse Metcheck – President, California Fashion Association
Peter Koral – Owner, Koral Jeans
Adam Tschorn – Journalist, Los Angeles Times
Michelle Vale – Handbag Designer
Demetri Kermelis - Leather Impact
Scot Cohen - B&J Fabrics
David German – Trim Lab
Miquela Craytor – NYC Economic Development Corp.
Dennita Sewell – Fashion Curator, Phoenix Art Museum
Jeffrey Kapleman – Hilldun Corp.
Gary Wassner – Hildun Corp.
Barbara Randall – NYC Garment District Alliance
Erica Wolf – Save The Garment Center
Yeohlee – Designer
Eric Gertler – NYC Economic Development Corp.
Tom Florio – Fashion Executive
Mickey Boardman – Editorial Director, Paper Magazine
Steve Chang – Co-Owner, Den.M Bar
Daniel Caudill – Creative Director, Shinola
Wes Gordon – Designer
Bibhu Mohapatra – Designer
Eric Johnson – NYC Economic Development Corp.
Robert Verdi – Stylist
Betsey Johnson – Designer
Lauren Ezersky – Journalist
Tommy Hilfger – Designer
Nina Garcia – Creative Director, Marie Claire
ProducersMitria Di GiacomoManufacture New YorkMichelle ValeMusic by
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- Partners & SponsorsSpecial thanks to:Loews Hotels & Resorts, Executive Producer;We are grateful to all of our partners & sponsors who have made this film possible.Many thanks to Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel and Loews Miami Beach Hotel, our location partners in Los Angeles & Miami:In Los Angeles, Loews Santa Monica Beach HotelIn Miami, Loews Miami Beach Hotel
- Made In USA Resources
Save The Garment Center (STGC)Save the Garment Center’s Mission is to Promote, Preserve, and Save New York City as Fashion Capital of the World.Save the Garment Center was started in 2007 as a grassroots campaign by factory owners Samanta Cortes, Anthony Lilore, Paul Cavazza and Larry Geffner. This campaign was in response to City Hall’s plans to lift the 1987 zoning laws that had protected the leases of the Garment Center fashion tenants for the past 23 years. Save the Garment Center’s initial goal was to keep the manufacturers and suppliers in New York’s Garment Center from being pushed out of the district, or having to shut down all together.http://savethegarmentcenter.org
Manufacture New York (MNY)Our mission is to reawaken and rebuild America’s fashion industry, foster the next wave of businesses, and create a transparent, sustainable global supply chain.
MNY is a hybrid fashion incubator and factory dedicated to providing independent fashion designers with the resources and skills to streamline their process, from concept to customer.
We are driving the transformation of local manufacturing, so it can be the most affordable and innovative option for all.
http://manufactureny.org
Made In NYCMade In NYC’s mission is to support a vibrant manufacturing sector in New York City. Local manufacturing encourages entrepreneurship and innovation, creates employment opportunities for New York’s extraordinarily diverse workforce and gives the city much of its character and soul.Consumers can use Made in NYC to:- Shop directly from local manufacturers;
- Find the latest in food, fashion, furnishings and other products from emerging designers;
- Reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainable development by buying local; and
- Create jobs in your community.
Garment District AllianceSupporting you since 1993! The Garment District Alliance was formed to improve the quality of life and economic vitality of Manhattan’s Garment District. This 501(c)3 not-for-profit corporation has invested over $80 million in the area…and counting!Funded by the district’s 575 property owners and over 6,500 businesses, the Garment District Alliance (formerly known as the Fashion Center Busienss Improvement District) works in partnership with business, civic and government leaders to make the neighborhood clean and safe, while strengthening local businesses. Meet our board of directors and staff, explore the programs and services we provide, browse our publications, learn about news in the District, or contact us directly.http://garmentdistrictnyc.com/fashion/fashion-directory
Maker's RowMaker’s Row is an online marketplace that connects American manufacturers and product based businesses. Our mission is to make manufacturing easy to access and simple to understand. We support a network of established businesses in their domestic sourcing needs, and are inspiring the next generation of American businesses to think domestic first.
CFDA ResourcesThe Council of Fashion Designers of America, Inc. (CFDA) is a not-for-profit trade association whose membership consists of more than 400 of America’s foremost womenswear, menswear, jewelry and accessory designers.
The CFDA foundation, Inc. is a separate not-for-profit organization, which was created to raise funds for charity and industry activities.
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