This is a do not miss event for design professionals, enthusiast and devotees. It is always a fascinating program of creativity and inspiration. On Thursday, June 1, 2017, the Museum of the City of New York will present its City of Design Award to renowned New York architect Peter Marino at its annual Spring Symposium & Luncheon. Mr. Marino will speak at the Symposium on his work and creative process, outlining a remarkable career creating elegant private residences and iconic commercial spaces. The City of Design Award recognizes those who have made New York the design capital of the world and who inspire future generations of designers to bring their talents to our great city. For tickets and information, go to MCNY Spring Symposium & Luncheon.
True confessions, I have a huge crush on Peter Marino both for his body of work and his well-toned body’s “bad boy” look. So in thinking of what to wear to this luncheon, suddenly nothing in my closet would do. Luckily I am a member of Couture Collective, Sallie Giordano’s luxury designer club service and I turned to their closet to find a little something fabulous and affordable.. Fendi, Gucci, McQueen! Now we are talking Marino-worthy designs. Pairing was easy at NET-A-PORTER, finding the perfect bright patent shoes, chic “Lady Bags” and suitable shades to fit the occasion.
dresses from Couture Collective: Katie Ermilio Sheath Dress With Self Tie Long Sleeves / Alexander McQueen Black Tiered Ruffle Knit Dress / Fendi Red Sheath Openwork Dress / Gucci Silk Crepe Dress With Bow Details
sunglasses: Sunday Somewhere Kurt Oval-Frame Acetate Sunglasses $250 / Le Specs Bazaar Cat-Eye Silver-Tone Mirrored Sunglass $120
bags: Little Liffner D Tiny Box Croc-Effect Leather Shoulder Bag $395 / Manu Atelier Pristine Micro Leather Shoulder Bag $415
Peter Marino is one of the most decorated and recognized Architects working today, and is know for his intuitive and innovation work in Luxury Brand Retail. Visit his site to read his bio and see the Archive of an incredible In 2013 he was named to Fast Company’s prestigious list of 100 Most Creative People in Business and the BoF500, The Business of Fashion’s index of the most important people shaping the global fashion industry. He has been repeatedly included in Architectural Digest’s AD 100, named a Design Giant year after year by Interior Design Magazine, and continues to be recognized by the media for his contributions to the field.
Schedule of Events
11:00 am: Champagne Reception and book signing by Peter Marino at New York Academy of Medicine, 1216 Fifth Avenue at 103rd Street
12:00 pm: Presentation of the City of Design Award at the New York Academy of Medicine
1:00 pm: Luncheon at the Museum of the City of New York, 1220 Fifth Avenue at 103rd Street
