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Todd Snyder (fashion designer)

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Todd Snyder
Born (1967-11-29) November 29, 1967 (age 58)
Ames, Iowa, U.S.
OccupationFashion designer
Years active1990s–present
Known forFounder of Todd Snyder label; Creative Director for Woolrich Black Label Collection

Todd Snyder is a New York City–based American fashion designer who launched his self-titled label in 2011. Described by GQ as "the most influential menswear designer of his generation,"[1] his brand was acquired by American Eagle Outfitters in 2015,[2] and currently reports annual revenues exceeding $100 million.[3] Additionally, Snyder serves as the Creative Director for the Black Label Collection of the historic American brand Woolrich.

Early life and education

Born on November 29, 1967, in Ames, Iowa, Todd Snyder grew up in nearby Huxley, Iowa.[4] He completed his high school education at Ballard High School, where he was active in football and basketball. (As of 2020, Ames had a population of 66,427,[5] with Iowa State University enrolling approximately 27,854 students—about half of the city's residents.)[6] His father worked as a civil engineer who habitually wore a suit and tie,[7] and Snyder himself gained experience working as a draftsperson and surveyor within their civil engineering firm.[7] Initially enrolling at Iowa State University to study finance, he later shifted his academic focus to apparel merchandising and design.[8]

Career

During the 1990s, Snyder worked as an assistant tailor at Badowers, a menswear retailer established in 1950 in Des Moines.[9] He relocated to New York City to design outerwear for Polo Ralph Lauren before taking on the role of menswear director at Gap Inc.. Subsequently, he became Senior Vice President of menswear at J. Crew,[10] where he was responsible for designing key pieces such as The Ludlow Suit, The Broken-in-Chino, and The Secret Wash Shirt. During this period, he also developed collaborations with renowned heritage brands including Timex, Red Wing Shoes, Thomas Mason, and Alden.[11][12]

Snyder established his eponymous label in New York City in 2011, drawing inspiration from Savile Row tailoring traditions, vintage military garments, and classic American workwear. The debut menswear collection launched that fall through retailers such as Bergdorf Goodman, Ron Herman, and Neiman Marcus. By 2012, the brand had expanded distribution to include Barneys New York and select Nordstrom locations. Shortly thereafter, GQ honored him as “The Man Who Taught Men To Love Clothes”[13] and praised his New York flagship store as “The Menswear Temple We’ve Been Waiting For.”[14] Over the years, Snyder has been named among GQ's Best Menswear Designers in America multiple times and received four nominations for Menswear Designer of the Year from the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA). He was also a finalist for the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund in 2013.

In November 2015, American Eagle acquired both the Todd Snyder label and his collegiate-inspired vintage sportswear line Tailgate for $11 million.[15][16]

In late 2023,[17] Snyder was appointed Creative Director for Woolrich’s premium Black Label Collection,[18] with the new line scheduled to debut in fall 2024.

In January 2024, Todd Snyder made his runway return presenting his FW24 collection titled "The Modernist"[19] at Pitti Uomo in Florence—recognized as the world’s largest menswear trade event.[20] His presentation received widespread acclaim; The New York Times referred to him as “the righteous inheritor of Ralph Lauren's mantle,”[21] while GQ hailed him as “arguably the most important American designer in Europe this season.”[22]

Retail locations

Collaborations

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Fragrances and candles by D.S. & Durga, available in all Todd Snyder stores

Back in 2007 during his time at J.Crew, Snyder was among the first to embrace modern collaborations by teaming up with Red Wing Shoes to create an olive green variation of their classic work boot. When he launched his own label four years later, he expanded on this concept and has since introduced multiple partnerships annually with American brands.

Todd Snyder holds the distinction of being the inaugural designer to collaborate with L. L. Bean.

In 2013, he initiated a collaboration with the iconic heritage sportswear brand Champion, which dates back to 1919.

July 2019 saw Snyder develop a capsule collection named Moby's x Todd Snyder alongside Lincoln Pilcher, a restaurateur from the Hamptons.

To mark the brand’s tenth anniversary, Todd Snyder partnered with Vans to redesign sneakers including the Slip-On 98 DX and Lace-Up 73 DX models featuring cork insoles and high-quality suede materials.

A longstanding collaboration exists between Todd Snyder and New Balance, highlighted by a special edition of the New Balance 237 sneaker.

In 2023, Todd Snyder collaborated with Michael Graham, founder of Brooklyn's Savant Studios, to produce a capsule collection titled Artifacts.

The fragrance line Young Dunes was developed in partnership with D.S. & Durga, whose products are retailed exclusively in Todd Snyder boutiques.

In November 2023, Todd Snyder was appointed Creative Director of the new Black Label premium collection by Woolrich.

Todd Snyder’s stores also retail products such as Red Wing Shoes, eyewear from Moscot, and bracelets by Scosha.

Awards and honors

  • 2012 Nominee for the CFDA/Swarovski Award recognizing Emerging Talent in Menswear
  • 2012 Featured among GQ’s Best New Menswear Designers in America
  • 2013 Finalist for the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund
  • 2014 Nominee for the CFDA/Swarovski Award in Menswear
  • 2016 Contender for CFDA’s Menswear Designer of The Year
  • 2017 Again nominated for CFDA Menswear Designer of The Year
  • 2020 Shortlisted for CFDA Menswear Designer of The Year
  • 2024 Included in Fast Company’s list of Most Innovative Companies
  • 2024 Nominee for CFDA American Menswear Designer of the Year

Personal life

Residing in New York City, Snyder is a father to three daughters. He serves on the Boards of Directors for both Goodwill Industries and LIM College. In 2022, he was honored by LIM College with their "Distinguished Achievement Award" as well as an honorary Doctorate of Commercial Science, acknowledging his significant impact on the fashion industry.

See also

References

  1. ↑ Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; no text was provided for refs named Taught Men
  2. ↑ A New Look, and Label, for American Eagle Outfitters, Hiroko Tabuchi, New York Times, November 2, 2015
  3. ↑ Todd Snyder Shares the Secrets to His Success Samuel Hine, GQ, January 10, 2024
  4. ↑ American Fashion Designer Todd Snyder Let A Speedmaster Get Away Hodinkee, Jon Bues, November 8, 2021
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  9. ↑ BADOWERS: THE FASHION CENTER HARRY SHEFF, July 23, 2012
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  13. ↑ [1] GQ, SAM SCHUBE, September 12, 2019
  14. ↑ [2] GQ, MATT SEBRA, December 7, 2016
  15. ↑ American Eagle Outfitters Looks to Grow Up Helena Yeung, Hypebeast, November 4, 2015
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  17. ↑ [3] WWD JEAN E. PALMIERI, November 17, 2013
  18. ↑ [4] TODD SNYDER, January 9, 2024
  19. ↑ [5] TODD SNYDER, January 9, 2024
  20. ↑ Todd Snyder to Return to the Runway at Pitti Uomo in ‘Designer Showcase’ Women's Wear Daily, JEAN E. PALMIERI, November 6, 2023
  21. ↑ [6] New York Times, GUY TREBAY, January 24, 2024
  22. ↑ [7] GQ, SAMUEL HINE, January 10, 2024

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