DIALOGUES – In conversation with Lidewij Edelkoort, Founder, New York Textile Month

Laird Borrelli-Persson, Archive Editor, Vogue US
in conversation with Lidewij Edelkoort, Founder, New York Textile Month

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DIALOGUES interview series brings together creatives, innovators, and leaders from Finland and the United States to rethink the future of textile and fashion industries in light of the climate crisis.

In this first interview, Lidewij Edelkoort, the founder of New York Textile Month and one of the world's most famous trend forecasters, talks about the importance of legislation, the need for better materials, and the re-emergence of craft. Watch the full interview via the link in our bio. The following interviews in the series will be released in the coming weeks.

On November 2-6, DIALOGUES will manifest in an exhibition and seminar in New York City showcasing innovative and sustainable textiles and fashion design by Aalto University in Helsinki and Parsons School of Design in New York. Stay tuned for more information soon!

DIALOGUES is presented by Aalto University, Parsons School of Design, The Consulate General of Finland in New York, The Finnish Cultural Institute in New York, and Juni Communication, in collaboration with New York Textile Month.

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DIALOGUES – Creating New Textile Futures
Exhibition & Event, New York City, November 2-6, 2022
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