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The NYC Bar Association honors immigrant fashion designers at its inaugural fashion show.
CHICAGO - illiNews -- Chicago, IL — Celebrated international fashion designer Berny Martin proudly participated in the inaugural Runway for Immigrants, an event produced by the New York City Bar Association and sponsored by renowned law firm and attorney Evans Legros. This groundbreaking showcase highlighted the profound impact of immigrant voices in fashion, law, and culture, bringing together thought leaders and innovators from multiple disciplines.
The event's runway spotlighted Berny Martin's designs, reflecting his unique vision that bridges cultures, celebrates diversity, and speaks to the immigrant experience. Martin, a Haitian-born designer who has established his brand on an international stage, shared his artistry as part of a broader dialogue on fashion, inclusivity, and the immigrant journey.
A distinguished panel discussion accompanied the runway show, featuring experts who provided insights into the legal, social, and cultural intersections shaping today's fashion industry:
Amanda Agati, Intellectual Property Partner, Frost Zelnick Lehrman & Zissu, PC
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Laurie Berke-Weiss, Founder, Berke-Weiss Law PLLC
Christopher Gregorio, Immigration Lawyer, Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy LLP
Kimberly Jenkins, Scholar and Educator on Fashion and Race
Together, the panelists examined the crucial roles that intellectual property, employment law, immigration law, and cultural scholarship play in empowering immigrant designers and safeguarding creative voices in the global marketplace.
"This event not only honored the creative spirit of immigrant designers but also underscored the importance of legal advocacy and education in advancing equity within the fashion industry," said Evans Legros, event producer and attorney.
Berny Martin's participation underscored his ongoing commitment to uplifting diverse perspectives through fashion and reaffirmed the power of design as a universal language of resilience, identity, and innovation.
About Berny Martin and LeCatou LLC
Berny Martin is an internationally recognized fashion designer and founder & CEO of LeCatou LLC, a luxury menswear and womenswear brand known for its sophistication, cultural fusion, and timeless elegance. With showcases in global fashion weeks and recognition for his commitment to diversity, Martin continues to shape the narrative of immigrant influence in the fashion industry.
https://www.catouwear.com/
The event's runway spotlighted Berny Martin's designs, reflecting his unique vision that bridges cultures, celebrates diversity, and speaks to the immigrant experience. Martin, a Haitian-born designer who has established his brand on an international stage, shared his artistry as part of a broader dialogue on fashion, inclusivity, and the immigrant journey.
A distinguished panel discussion accompanied the runway show, featuring experts who provided insights into the legal, social, and cultural intersections shaping today's fashion industry:
Amanda Agati, Intellectual Property Partner, Frost Zelnick Lehrman & Zissu, PC
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Laurie Berke-Weiss, Founder, Berke-Weiss Law PLLC
Christopher Gregorio, Immigration Lawyer, Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy LLP
Kimberly Jenkins, Scholar and Educator on Fashion and Race
Together, the panelists examined the crucial roles that intellectual property, employment law, immigration law, and cultural scholarship play in empowering immigrant designers and safeguarding creative voices in the global marketplace.
"This event not only honored the creative spirit of immigrant designers but also underscored the importance of legal advocacy and education in advancing equity within the fashion industry," said Evans Legros, event producer and attorney.
Berny Martin's participation underscored his ongoing commitment to uplifting diverse perspectives through fashion and reaffirmed the power of design as a universal language of resilience, identity, and innovation.
About Berny Martin and LeCatou LLC
Berny Martin is an internationally recognized fashion designer and founder & CEO of LeCatou LLC, a luxury menswear and womenswear brand known for its sophistication, cultural fusion, and timeless elegance. With showcases in global fashion weeks and recognition for his commitment to diversity, Martin continues to shape the narrative of immigrant influence in the fashion industry.
https://www.catouwear.com/
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