Christian Siriano Speaker Biography
Fashion Phenom, Award-Winning CFDA Fashion Designer, Winner & Mentor, ‘Project Runway’, Host, ‘So Siriano’ Talk Show
Award-winning CFDA designer Christian Siriano is a groundbreaking, ambitious, and fearless businessman. Known for whimsical and show-stopping design, the collection is shown each season at New York Fashion Week and sold in retailers across the globe. In 2012, the first flagship Christian Siriano store opened in NYC and his latest retail venture, “The Curated NYC”, was located in the heart of midtown.
Fashion Phenom
Siriano’s designs have been worn by current FLOTUS Dr. Jill Biden, former FLOTUS Michelle Obama, Angelina Jolie, Oprah, Zendaya, Ariana Grande, Julianne Moore, Lady Gaga, Tiffany Haddish, Billy Porter, Cardi B, Amy Adams, Scarlett Johansson, Whoopi Goldberg and Julia Roberts to name but a few.
Project Runway
After serving as the Season Four winner and a subsequent mentor on Project Runway, he launched his own digital BRAVO talk show called So Siriano which saw him break down all things fashion and pop culture with guests ranging from Drew Barrymore, Leslie Jones, Billy Porter, Ashley Graham, and Sarah Michelle Gellar. With over a decade of fashion experience, Siriano’s work in the industry promotes celebrations of beauty, diversity, and change.
Accolades
Siriano was named one of TIME’s “100 Most Influential People,” Forbes “30 Under 30,” and Crain‘s “40 Under 40” for his leading contributions to body diversity on the runway and red carpet. A designer, activist, and entrepreneur, Siriano brings his one-of-a-kind charisma to worldwide organizations for conversations about business, entrepreneurship, fashion, diversity, and the power of being your authentic self.
Awards
Award winning CFDA designer Christian Siriano launched his eponymous collection in 2008 following his studies in London under Vivienne Westwood and Alexander McQueen. Known for whimsical and show-stopping design, the collection is shown each season at New York Fashion Week and sold in retailers across the globe.
Furniture
Christian fulfilled a longtime passion when he added interior designer to his impressive list of credits with the debut of his newest venture, Siriano Interiors and a full custom furniture collection. With over a decade of fashion experience, the Siriano design studio continues to celebrate beauty and diversity in this ever changing Fashion industry.
Christian Siriano Speaking Topics
Fashion as Art
With a blend of creativity, craftsmanship, and boundary-breaking designs, award-winning CFDA designer Christian Siriano challenges conventions, celebrates diversity, and champions individual expression. In his exploration of fashion as an art, Siriano conveys the importance of transcending the traditional boundaries of fashion.
Fashion as a Business - From the Runway to the Boardroom
Christian Siriano’s journey epitomizes the intersection of creativity and commerce in the fashion industry. In this insightful exploration of his strategic partnerships, savvy marketing, and keen understanding of consumer trends, Siriano shares invaluable lessons on entrepreneurship, branding, and the art of staying relevant in a dynamic marketplace.
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Christian Siriano Speaker Testimonials
Our students were thrilled, and Christian was so good with them. So inspirational and patient!
- Virginia Commonwealth University’s Arts and Fashion Department |
