Narciso Rodriguez has redefined American style over the last two decades, playing a singular role in global fashion through his structured and elegantly minimal designs. Based in New York City where he shows his women’s ready-to-wear, handbag and shoe collections. Rodriguez incorporates a simple, sophisticated sensibility—he makes modern classic clothing that functions both practically and aesthetically. He has received numerous accolades including three CFDA Awards, Pratt Institute’s Fashion Icon Award, and most recently the the Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum’s Fashion Design award. Rodriguez has collaborated with artists and on several films, designed costumes for the Stephen Petronio Company’s 30th anniversary season and created staff uniforms for the Park Hyatt New York.