“It’s going back tomorrow,” master of ceremonies Robert Verdi quipped of his Thom Browne jacket at last night’s Gen Art Styles 2008 competition, fishing a tag from his pocket and grinning mischievously. Seriously though, Verdi, who ad-libbed much of his dialogue and even poked fun at the event’s sponsor, Botox, was glad to support the organization. “I think that young designers need a forum,” he said. “Often times a forum is the catalyst to big opportunities for the individuals, and I think that comes with a group effort.” The winners of the $5,000 awards were Yujin Song (ready-to-wear), Timothy Franklin (menswear), Ninaki (accessories), Marie Potesta (avant-garde), Louisa Parris (eveningwear), and Jolibe (the Tone Radiance award).—Sarah Fones

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