CFDA’s Steven Kolb Placed on Leave After Altercation
The trade body’s president came under fire for physically restraining animal rights activists after they stormed a Cos runway show at New York Fashion Week on Sunday.
Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) President Steven Kolb has been placed on leave following a confrontation with protestors during the Cos runway show at New York Fashion Week. The organization stated that they take the matter seriously and are conducting a thorough review. CFDA emphasized its commitment to engaging with dissenting voices and upholding values, including respectful dialogue with differing viewpoints.
The incident, captured by Fashionista, showed Kolb grappling with and pushing protesters, leading to calls for his resignation or reprimand. Protester Mason Melito plans to file a police report against Kolb. With a two-decade tenure at the CFDA, Kolb has been a key figure in the industry, leading initiatives like the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund and the annual CFDA Awards. Further updates on this developing story will be reported by Business of Fashion.
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