Cesar Galindo
César Galindo’s career as a visionary and highly sought-after A-list designer, stylist, and entrepreneur is an American tale of impassioned creativity, gritty persistence, and an uncanny flair for beautifully breaking new ground while staying true to the roots of his highly respected creative wisdom.
Over 35 years in the business, Cesar has done and seen it all, from Houston to New York to Paris, Hong Kong, and Milan. His eponymous brand and reputation as a brilliant go-to contract designer, designer, draper, and pattern maker are known worldwide. His rare talent for creating paradigm-shifting designs has shaped iconic brands, including Dolce & Gabbana and Calvin Klein.
César Galindo is a self-taught Mexican-American luxury designer known for his dramatic silhouettes, intricate draping, and vibrant use of color rooted in Latin heritage. With early roots in costume design for ballet and opera, his couture sensibility emerged in full force when a signature kimono dress landed on the cover of Elle in 1993. His collections are often characterized by fluid movement, architectural structure, and hand-finished detail, reflecting both theatrical elegance and cultural storytelling. Galindo’s designs have graced red carpets and major fashion stages, including the Met Gala, where his gowns highlight his mastery of form and fabric. Grounded in identity, emotion, and craftsmanship, his work invites women into a world of expressive luxury that bridges tradition and modernity.