“There is a reason why the photo remains iconic to this day,” Idaho-born designer Cartier Dior Eliasen tells PEOPLE
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- On Feb. 11, 2026, Grand Central Terminal’s Vanderbilt Hall hosted “The Haute Potato Collection” during New York Fashion Week
- The one-of-a-kind collection, designed by Idaho-born Cartier Dior Eliasen, was inspired by Marilyn Monroe’s iconic 1951 potato sack moment
- Select looks are being auctioned to benefit No Kid Hungry – turning the fashion event into an innovative way to support children in need
Grand Central Terminal became an unexpected epicenter of fashion, agriculture and nostalgia with the debut of “The Haute Potato Collection” during New York Fashion Week.
Inside the historic Vanderbilt Hall, vintage Idaho potato sacks were transformed into couture creations, blending history and high fashion in a way that stopped commuters in their tracks.
The unique collection paid homage to Marilyn Monroe’s legendary 1951 potato sack moment, reimagining the iconic image through a contemporary lens while honoring the playful spirit that made it unforgettable 75 years ago…