Source: Playbill
Summary
The play “My Life with Halston” opened Off-Broadway on June 2 and runs until June 21. The play explores the life of fashion designer Halston, from his rapid rise to fame to his eventual downfall. The story is told through the eyes of his assistant and confidant, Lesley Frowick.
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Halston’s style, a perfect blend of disco-era glamour and minimalist chic, feels familiar in today’s fashion landscape. The 1970s fashion icon’s influence can be seen in modern designers such as Tom Ford and Michael Kors. The play’s timing is apt, as Halston’s designs are experiencing a revival of sorts, with his iconic Ultrasuede jacket making appearances on runways and red carpets. The collection enters the cycle once again, as fashion’s nostalgia for the 1970s continues to grow. Halston’s story is a classic tale of the fashion world’s fleeting nature, where one day you’re on top, and the next, you’re yesterday’s news.
Author: Evan Null
