Iconic menswear designer Joseph Abboud enlisted award-winning luxury retail designer Jeffrey Hutchison & Associates to create his first free-standing retail store in New York City. Located at 424 Madison Avenue, the 4,300 square foot space will be a modern, American interpretation of a classic Savile Row shop, staying true to Joseph Abboud’s sophisticated brand and design aesthetic. The store was launched with a special night in celebration of fashion, art and design on April 14th from 6-9PM. Thanks to all who attended.
JHA’s Vision: “Joseph’s designs are rooted in a classic approach, but with modern updates and surprises. The longer you study his clothes the more you become aware of the thought and craft he has invested into them. We wanted to design a store that felt the same way.”
Design Highlights:
- Rich wall coverings in grey Manila hemp, cream herringbone and taupe raw silk paired with gray washed oak and bronze metal
- Hammered steel and stitched leather table tops
- Stone brown building exterior with grey tweed fabric awnings and bronze metal storefront
- 15-foot tall Venetian plaster vaulted ceiling lit with brass and hand blown glass chandeliers
- Large brass pendant lights illuminating an iron staircase
- Mezzanine floor hosting the Joseph Abboud Custom clothing experience featuring a wall of over 250 of the finest Italian fabrics on oversized swatches displayed on specially-made bronze hooks
- Residential touches including area rugs, limestone busts and round decorative mirrors
- Framed pieces of hand-drawn charcoal artwork with a vintage feel by Bill Rancitelli of Joseph Abboud designs
“In considering an architect for the launch of Joseph Abboud retail, Jeffrey was the natural choice given his track record in creating successful luxury menswear retail locations that have a sense of place. It’s been a pleasure to collaborate with him on reintroducing the Joseph Abboud brand, showcasing the full collection in an engaging environment.”
– Joseph Abboud
