CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund winner Altuzarra launches J.Crew capsule collection

Following his victory at the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund gala last November, Joseph Altuzarras J.Crew collaboration launches globally on www.jcrew.com April 19, with the capsule line inspired by French preppy style.The American-based French fashion designer is known for his tailored ready-to wear pieces, which saw him scoop first prize at the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund and gain the opportunity to launch this collection at J.Crew.
Collections from the runners up -- jewelry designer Pamela Love and Shane Gabier and Christopher Peterss label Creatures of the Wind -- are also available for preorder, ahead of official launches on May 17 and June 14 respectively.
Organized by the Council of Fashion Designers of America and Vogue magazine, the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund helps rising fashion talents with the combination of a cash prize and mentoring.
Previous recipients include Alexander Wang, Proenza Schouler, Derek Lam, and Thakoon.
This is the second time the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund has partnered with J. Crew, with designs by honorees Billy Reid, Prabal Gurung, and Eddie Borgo hitting its stores last year.

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