But plenty of other designersâ€"from established ones like Diane von Furstenberg (who moved her show out of the tents last season) to cutting-edge ones like Opening Ceremony and Rodarteâ€"prefer to go "off-site." Some just for an inspired change of pace and more creative control over their setup, some to make a statement (like when Alexander Wang showed in Brooklyn last season), and others for budget reasons. Venue alternatives include art galleries, photo studios, event spaces, and iconic buildings (New York Public Library, anyone?).
