Thereโs a side to me that likes to make clothes for everyday. But I also think of fashion as an escape. Itโs like a dream. It shouldnโt always be practical and about real life. Sometimes you have to do a piece that has a bit more of a wow - almost like, "I donโt know whoโs going to wear that. Itโs almost too much." Thatโs a lot of what fashion is about. Even in an economy that isnโt strong and where itโs important to sell clothes, you have to make things that let people dream a little, you know?
Joseph AltuzarraI wanted to create clothes for women in their 40s and 50s and 60s who have careers and are sexy and dont want to look like grandmothers.
Joseph AltuzarraIn architecture and interiors, as well as fashion, there is an interaction that is both functional and aesthetic.
Joseph AltuzarraThe best and the worst thing about fashion is that anyone can do it. But because fashion can be the most unintellectual thing, you have to turn it into an intellectual exercise just for your own sanity. You have to start with a conceit.
Joseph Altuzarra