In Conversation with Victor Costa

Following the recent release of his tell-all memoir Copycat, ICCC Houston is thrilled to welcome famed Texas fashion designer Victor Costa to the Italian Cultural & Community Center for an author talk and book signing. The conversation will be moderated by Houston-based fashion blogger Roz Pactor and followed by a Q&A portion. After the talk, enjoy light bites and wine, as well as the chance to buy your copy of Copycat and have it signed by the author.

Details
Date: Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Italian Cultural & Community Center, 1101 Milford Street, Houston, TX 77006
Tickets: $10 ICCC Members | $15 General Admission

About Copycat
From humble beginnings in Houston’s Fifth Ward to the glamorous heights of Manhattan, designer Victor Costa has seen it all. An inspiring tale of ambition and resilience, Costa recounts his extraordinary journey in his new memoir, Copycat. Celebrated (and sometimes criticized) as “the greatest copyist in the world,” Costa’s story is a vivid testament to his lifelong passion for haute couture, always fabulous, and a little bit naughty!
Beginning his artistic journey at just ten years old, Costa spent countless hours sketching women’s clothing, and by sixteen, he was already crafting prom dresses. Driven by his dreams, he ventured to New York, where he first found his footing in bridalwear. However, destiny intervened when a company specializing in “line for line” copying of couture designs enlisted him as a womenswear designer. Over the next five decades, Costa became synonymous with affordable elegance, creating stunning designs that mirrored high fashion, all while maintaining his unique artistic flair.
Copycat is more than just a chronicle of professional achievements; it is a heartfelt exploration of Costa’s personal life, filled with humor and introspection. He candidly shares his experiences, from marrying and divorcing his high school sweetheart to navigating complex relationships with both women and men. As his successful clothing company faced scandal and bankruptcy, Costa’s resilience was tested. Yet, in an unexpected twist, love found him once again in the later chapters of his life.
This memoir not only celebrates Costa’s incredible career but also serves as an inspiring narrative of perseverance, creativity, and the transformative power of love.

Terms and Conditions
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This event is funded in part by the City of Houston through Houston Arts Alliance.