Patron of the New – Tribeca’s oasis of uber hip fashion
| Al Abayan and Lisa Pak have brought back to New York the ultimate retail experience when they opened their doors in Tribeca. Patron of the New has the feel of a designer’s atelier; an airy open space that showcases special pieces and unique under-the- |
                  
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| radar brands. Abayan has created a retail space that is rich in textures and design; the vibe is relaxed that encourages exploration. “ The shop is really about how I live my life,” he says. “There are things here that excite me, that cause emotion, that make me dream.” Al says he “ chooses the challenging pieces, the ones that took time and energy to create.” |
Interested in emerging designers, hip decor and an uber cool space; take the 1 train downtown, get off on Franklin St, and get lost in art and fashion! Patron of the New is currently showcasing:Nicolas Andreas Taralis,born in Toronto, studied at Parsons, with his atelier residing in Paris, well known for his rough edgy styling. Taralis reemerged on the runway in the fall of 2010 after a brief stint at Cerruti, with a more artisanal handmade approach to his production with the coveted avant-garde designs the fashion crowd absolutely loves! |
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| Look for apparel by Thimister whose origins include Russian, French, Belgian, Orthodox, Catholic and Jewish with an upbringing in the Netherlands. Thimister brings his eclectic background to all his designs. Thiminster worked with Karl Lagerfeld as his assistant, lead designer to the House of Jean Patou and as the Fashion Director of the House of Balenciaga for five and half years. Thiminster is well regarded for his rejuvenation to Haute Couture by infusing unconventional materials in his designs. |
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Whether it is ready-to-wear or haute couture, Thiminster reflects lightness in his poetry of execution that generates an approving nod by his fashion peers each season. No EditionPatron of the New really defines new when it comes to the brand, No-Edition. No-Edition means no-duplicates, no-repetitions ever, always new and inventive. Every item, style, and or object produced once with a particular unique print design or decoration. Every series is tagged with an id code and serial number and are made with non-toxic eco-friendly inks and printing technology. |  |
Mugleris the “it” fashion label of the moment with Nicola Formichetti at the helm as the creative director. Thierry Mugler, whose first career was as a ballet dancer for the National Rhine Opera company, launched the Mugler label, in 1974. |
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Thierry Mugler love of the stage and production made it an obvious why he hired Nicola Formichetti to take over as the creative director for the Mugler brand. Formichetti well known collaborator with performance artist Lady Gaga is also the fashion director of Vogue Hommes Japan and contributing editor to several other fashion magazines. In November 2010 he was named one of the “ most influential creative forces working in fashion today.” The Mugler label is a natural addition to Patron of the New catalogue of brands. |
| Soho based designer, Siki IM, designed under Helmut Lang and Karl Lagerfeld and now his sixth season under his own label, Siki IM. Born in Cologne Germany, moved to the United Kingdom to study at the Oxford School of Architecture, Siki IM work around the world as an Architect before pursuing a fashion career. |
| Siki Im well crafted menswear label uses literary references each season. Themes may be a bit heavy, but the designer, Siki IM, doesn’t want to be taken too seriously. IM collaborates with the Brooklyn based bespoke tailor, Martin Greenfeld, to produce well executed modern suiting. We are fortunate that this very talented menswear designer, Siki IM, is being showcased at Patron of the New. Patron of the New is that quintessential uber chic boutique that defines the type of shopping experience only found in a brick and mortar store. Patron of New York has redefined what a downtown boutique should be, and we thank you. Patron of the New 151 Franklin Street Tribeca New York, NY 10013 Phone: 212.966.7144 Store Hours: Mon - Sat: 11 to 7 Sunday: Noon to 6 |
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