Fashion designer and entertainer Isaac Mizrahi is marking the release of a newly restored version of his 1995 documentary, “Unzipped,” which captured a pivotal era when he was at the height of his popularity in the fashion industry. Despite the significance of the project, Mizrahi admits he has mixed feelings about revisiting the past.
“I have to say I hate looking back,” the 64-year-old told Variety. “I hate this whole process, a little bit of looking back.”
When asked why he is reluctant to take a trip down memory lane, Mizrahi offered a candid assessment of how time has affected him. “I looked so cute, and I look so shitty now,” he said. “I was so agile, and I’m not as agile anymore. My knees hurt. My back hurts. Even my hair. I had such cute dark hair.”
He acknowledged that his reluctance goes beyond vanity, noting the sheer magnitude of the time gap. “It’s more just about the experience of your life. Thirty years! Man, that is crazy,” he added.
The documentary was directed by Mizrahi’s then-boyfriend, Douglas Keeve. Beyond his reflections on the film, Mizrahi also opened up about other defining moments in his career, including the controversy surrounding John Galliano’s incident at the Met Gala and his famous “cerulean blue” speech from the film “The Devil Wears Prada,” which he admitted still provokes a strong reaction in him.
Additionally, the designer revealed that he is currently developing a new television series with producer Christine Vachon. The project will focus on the life of the late paparazzi photographer Ron Galella, chronicling his career and impact on celebrity culture.
Haha, I relate to the part about looking back. At least his wit is still sharp despite the aching knees!
The Ron Galella TV series sounds intriguing! A whole show about paparazzi culture would be fascinating to watch.
Isaac has always been unapologetically honest. That’s probably why this restoration feels so personal and raw.
Thirty years? That’s a huge gap. I get why he’s hesitant to revisit the past with knee pain and all.
I honestly thought the cerulean blue speech was invented for the movie, not based on something real from his life.