I Wool Survive

'If I'd have known for just one second you'd be back to baaa-ther me.'

I'm always looking for interesting, and revealing runway fashions.  Some of you may have already seen this collection, but if not, wool up a chair and enjoy.... I Wool Survive marks a bold new chapter in the intersection of fashion, queer culture, and handcrafted artistry. Filmed in 4K60p by the FashionStock Production Team on November 13th in New York City, this 12-minute runway presentation was staged at the iconic Altman Building (135 W 18th Street). 

This groundbreaking event represents Grindr’s first major move into the fashion world, produced in collaboration with Rainbow Wool and visionary designer Michael Schmidt. Schmidt - whose work spans decades and appears in museums worldwide - continues to shape the cultural moment. His recent creations include Doja Cat’s sculptural look for the Vogue World show in Los Angeles. 

 For “I Wool Survive,” Michael Schmidt, along with Suss and Hanna Cousins, hand-knit and crocheted 36 archetypal gay fantasy looks. Each piece transforms queer mythology into wearable art, celebrating identity, imagination, and community.

I always thought wool felt a little itchy next to sensitive areas of the skin, but I think that's from the cheap clothes I wore as a kid.  This collection looks smooth and silky, and I can just imagine how soft it would feel caressing a crevice.  You can preview a minute or so of the show below, but check out the e entire 12 minute show on  Youtube HERE: