Eileen Mislove

“Forward Leap is a special showcase conceived and realized by Lisa Mainardi and the DIRECTION Show to introduce outstanding students and recent graduates to the industry. DIRECTION offers an immediate and professional experience to a new generation of young designers, soon- to-be-seeking-employment, and at the same time provides for interested professionals attending the show, a convenient environment within which to preview these young individuals and their work. In addition to the excitement of DIRECTION, it furnishes an exceptionally beautiful venue for them to take that proverbial leap of faith, riding their personal stars straight into reality. I can imagine no better introduction."

— Eileen Mislove
Professor, Fashion Institute of Technology
Consultant, DIRECTION
Former Owner, INPRINTS NY LLC