Happy Clothes: A Film About Patricia Field

A candid, fly-on-the-wall glimpse into the creative process and the extraordinary life and career of costume designer Patricia Field (Sex and the CIty, The Devil Wears Prada), whose unique vision has impacted fashion and popular culture for nearly six decades. From the early steps of her career in the 1960s, when she opened a clothing store in New York City as a gay, female, first-generation American, Field proved to be a savvy businesswoman against all odds, and her eponymous store quickly became a must-see destination for travelers from around the world for 50 years. Interweaving footage of the ’Mistress‘ at work, archival material, media clips, and contemporary interviews, this unvarnished portrait explores Patricia Field, the famed costume designer in a surprising fashion, presenting her unconventional approach, her strong work ethic, and her dedication to sharing the wisdom of her hard-won life experience with younger generations. In this era of female empowerment, Field is an exemplar of straight-shooting, no-nonsense candor, and self-reliance that has paved the way for so many to follow.