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{{Short description|American fashion and costume designer (1963–2019)}}
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'''Chris March''' (February 25, 1963 – September 5, 2019) was an American fashion and [[costume designer]], best known for his appearance as a contestant on season 4 of Bravo's ''[[Project Runway]]''.
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{{Infobox person
| name = Chris March
| birth_date = {{Birth date|1963|02|25}}
| birth_place = [[Alameda, California]], U.S.
| death_date = {{Death date and age|2019|09|05|1963|02|25}}
| death_place = [[Stockton, California]], U.S.
| occupation = Fashion and [[costume designer]]
}}


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'''Christopher Andrew March''' (February 25, 1963 – September 5, 2019) was an American fashion and [[costume designer]], best known for his appearance as a contestant on season 4 (2007–2008) of Bravo's ''[[Project Runway]]''.
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He was also on [[Project Runway All Stars (season 4)|season 4]] of ''[[Project Runway All Stars]]'', finishing in 12th place. Additionally, he competed in the one-shot special ''Project Runway: All-Star Challenge'' (2009), and was the third runner-up.

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He was also on [[Project Runway All Stars (season 4)|season 4]] (2014–2015) of ''[[Project Runway All Stars]]'', finishing in 12th place. Additionally, he competed in the one-shot special ''Project Runway: All-Star Challenge'' (2009), and was the third runner-up.


== Career ==
== Career ==
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[[File:Chaka Khan in Chris March 01.jpg|thumb|upright|[[Chaka Khan]] wearing a Chris March dress]]
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Born on February 25, 1963, March was originally from [[Alameda, California]], where he worked as a costume designer for the Long-running musical revue, ''[[Beach Blanket Babylon]]''. During the fourth season finale of ''Project Runway'', March, who had become popular with avant-garde creations, gained notoriety when he showcased human hair on his designs. In the end, however, he was eliminated from showcasing at [[Bryant Park]] during [[New York Fashion Week]]. His client list included [[Madonna (entertainer)|Madonna]], [[Cirque du Soleil]],<ref name=marchvsmugler /> [[Prince (musician)|Prince]], [[Beyoncé Knowles]] (he constructed the costumes for her [[I Am... World Tour|I Am... Tour]]),<ref name="marchvsmugler">{{cite web|last=Odell|first=Amy|title=Chris March Is Suing Thierry Mugler Over Beyoncé’s Costumes|url=http://nymag.com/daily/fashion/2009/08/christ_march_sues_theirry_mugl.html|work=The Cut Blog|publisher=[[New York Magazine]]|accessdate=25 October 2011|date=2009-08-28}}</ref><ref name="nymag1011">{{cite web|last=Odell|first=Amy|title=Chris March Talks Halloween, Dressing Lady Gaga, and More|url=http://nymag.com/daily/fashion/2011/10/chris_march.html|work=The Cut Blog|publisher=[[New York Magazine]]|accessdate=25 October 2011|date=2011-10-24}}</ref> [[Lady Gaga]],<ref name=nymag1011 /> [[Thierry Mugler]]<ref name=marchvsmugler /> and [[Meryl Streep]].<ref>{{cite web|title=The Dish on Meryl Streep’s Oscar Gown — Designed by ‘Project Runway’ Alum Chris March!|url=http://stylenews.peoplestylewatch.com/2010/03/08/the-scoop-on-meryl-streeps-oscar-gown-designed-by-project-runway-alum-chris-march/|work=Style Watch Blog|publisher=[[People Magazine]]|accessdate=25 October 2011|date=March 8, 2010}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Meryl Streep’s Surprising Dress Designer: ‘Project Runway’ Alum Chris March!|url=http://stylenews.peoplestylewatch.com/2010/01/19/meryl-streeps-surprising-dress-designer-project-runway-alum-chris-march/|work=Style Watch Blog|publisher=[[People Magazine]]|accessdate=25 October 2011|date=Jan 19, 2010}}</ref> His costuming efforts were recognized with a [[Drama Desk Award]] nomination in 2002 for ''Christmas With the Crawfords''.

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Born on February 25, 1963, March was originally from [[Alameda, California]], where he worked as a costume designer for the long-running musical revue, ''[[Beach Blanket Babylon]]''. During the fourth season finale of ''Project Runway'', March, who had become popular with avant-garde creations, gained notoriety when he showcased human hair on his designs. In the end, however, he was eliminated from showcasing at [[Bryant Park]] during [[New York Fashion Week]]. His client list included [[Madonna (entertainer)|Madonna]], [[Cirque du Soleil]],<ref name=marchvsmugler /> [[Prince (musician)|Prince]], [[Beyoncé Knowles]] (he constructed the costumes for her [[I Am... (Beyoncé tour)|I Am... Tour]]),<ref name="marchvsmugler">{{cite web|last=Odell|first=Amy|title=Chris March Is Suing Thierry Mugler Over Beyoncé's Costumes|url=https://nymag.com/daily/fashion/2009/08/christ_march_sues_theirry_mugl.html|magazine=[[New York (magazine)|New York]]|accessdate=October 25, 2011|date=August 28, 2009}}</ref><ref name="nymag1011">{{cite web|last=Odell|first=Amy|title=Chris March Talks Halloween, Dressing Lady Gaga, and More|url=https://nymag.com/daily/fashion/2011/10/chris_march.html|magazine=[[New York (magazine)|New York]]|accessdate=October 25, 2011|date=October 24, 2011}}</ref> [[Lady Gaga]],<ref name=nymag1011 /> [[Thierry Mugler]]<ref name=marchvsmugler /> and [[Meryl Streep]].<ref>{{cite web|title=The Dish on Meryl Streep's Oscar Gown — Designed by 'Project Runway' Alum Chris March!|url=http://stylenews.peoplestylewatch.com/2010/03/08/the-scoop-on-meryl-streeps-oscar-gown-designed-by-project-runway-alum-chris-march/|work=Style Watch Blog|publisher=[[People Magazine]]|accessdate=October 25, 2011|date=March 8, 2010}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Meryl Streep's Surprising Dress Designer: 'Project Runway' Alum Chris March!|url=http://stylenews.peoplestylewatch.com/2010/01/19/meryl-streeps-surprising-dress-designer-project-runway-alum-chris-march/|work=Style Watch Blog|publisher=[[People Magazine]]|accessdate=October 25, 2011|date=January 19, 2010}}</ref> His costuming efforts were recognized with a [[Drama Desk Award]] nomination in 2002 for ''Christmas With the Crawfords''.

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March resided in [[New York City]] and appeared on several episodes of ''[[The Real Housewives of New York City]]'' as a friend of [[Sonja Morgan]].{{citation needed|date=September 2019}}


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March starred on a show about his work as a costume designer, entitled ''Mad Fashion'',<ref name=nymag1011 /><ref>{{cite web|title=Chris March's Return to Bravo Imminent; See Rico's Latest Editorial|url=https://nymag.com/daily/fashion/2011/03/chris_marchs_return_to_bravo_i.html|magazine=[[New York (magazine)|New York]]|accessdate=October 25, 2011|date=March 14, 2011}}</ref> which premiered on the [[Bravo (US TV channel)|Bravo Network]] on October 4, 2011. ''Mad Fashion'' ran for ten episodes.<ref>{{cite web|last=Odell|first=Amy|title=Chris March is Getting His Own Reality Show|url=https://nymag.com/daily/fashion/2010/10/chris_march_is_getting_his_own.html|magazine=[[New York (magazine)|New York]]|accessdate=October 25, 2011|date=October 13, 2010}}</ref>
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[[File:Chaka Khan in Chris March 01.jpg|thumb|[[Chaka Khan]] wearing a Chris March dress]]


==Accident and death==
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March resided in [[New York City]] and appeared on several episodes of ''[[The Real Housewives of New York City]]'' as a friend of [[Sonja Morgan]].
In June 2017, March fell in his apartment and hit his head. After lying unconscious for four days, he awoke and was able to call 911 and was rushed to the hospital, where he was kept in a medically induced [[coma]] for the next two months.<ref>[https://www.tmz.com/2019/09/06/project-runway-chris-march-dead-dies-56 TMZ project-runway-chris-march-dies-56]</ref> Upon awakening, March discovered that he'd lost functionality in both legs as well as his right hand and arm.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://heavy.com/news/2019/09/chris-march-dead|title = Chris March Dead: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know|date = September 6, 2019}}</ref>


He returned to California with hopes of recovering, and was admitted to a long-term care facility in [[Stockton, California|Stockton]], where he continued designing until his death.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://deadline.com/2019/09/chris-march-dies-project-runway-designer-from-season-four-was-56-1202728273|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190907090504/https://deadline.com/2019/09/chris-march-dies-project-runway-designer-from-season-four-was-56-1202728273/|url-status=dead|archive-date=September 7, 2019|title = Chris March Dies: 'Project Runway' Designer, 'Mad Fashion' Host Was 56|date = September 6, 2019}}</ref>
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March starred on a show about his work as a costume designer, entitled ''Mad Fashion'',<ref name=nymag1011 /><ref>{{cite web|title=Chris March’s Return to Bravo Imminent; See Rico’s Latest Editorial|url=http://nymag.com/daily/fashion/2011/03/chris_marchs_return_to_bravo_i.html|work=The Cut Blog|publisher=[[New York Magazine]]|accessdate=25 October 2011|date=2011-03-14}}</ref> which premiered on the [[Bravo (US TV channel)|Bravo Network]] on October 4, 2011. ''Mad Fashion'' ran for ten episodes.<ref>{{cite web|last=Odell|first=Amy|title=Chris March is Getting His Own Reality Show|work=The Cut Blog|url=http://nymag.com/daily/fashion/2010/10/chris_march_is_getting_his_own.html|publisher=[[New York Magazine]]|accessdate=25 October 2011|date=2010-10-13}}</ref>


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On September 5, 2019, March died of a [[heart attack]].<ref>[https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/chris-march-fashion-designer-project-214522087.html Chris March, Fashion Designer and ‘Project Runway’ Season 4 Contestant, Dies at 56]</ref>
==Death==
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On September 5, 2019, Chris March died of a heart attack in [[Stockton, California]].<ref>[https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/chris-march-fashion-designer-project-214522087.html Chris March, Fashion Designer and ‘Project Runway’ Season 4 Contestant, Dies at 56]</ref>


== See also ==
== See also ==
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* [[List of fashion designers]]
* [[List of fashion designers]]
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== References ==
== References ==
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== External links ==
== External links ==
*{{Official website|http://www.chrismarchdesign.com/}}
*{{Official website|http://www.chrismarchdesign.com/}}


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Chris March
Born(1963-02-25)February 25, 1963
Alameda, California, U.S.
DiedSeptember 5, 2019(2019-09-05) (aged 56)
Stockton, California, U.S.
Occupation(s)Fashion and costume designer

Christopher Andrew March (February 25, 1963 – September 5, 2019) was an American fashion and costume designer, best known for his appearance as a contestant on season 4 (2007–2008) of Bravo's Project Runway.

He was also on season 4 (2014–2015) of Project Runway All Stars, finishing in 12th place. Additionally, he competed in the one-shot special Project Runway: All-Star Challenge (2009), and was the third runner-up.

Career

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Chaka Khan wearing a Chris March dress

Born on February 25, 1963, March was originally from Alameda, California, where he worked as a costume designer for the long-running musical revue, Beach Blanket Babylon. During the fourth season finale of Project Runway, March, who had become popular with avant-garde creations, gained notoriety when he showcased human hair on his designs. In the end, however, he was eliminated from showcasing at Bryant Park during New York Fashion Week. His client list included Madonna, Cirque du Soleil,[1] Prince, Beyoncé Knowles (he constructed the costumes for her I Am... Tour),[1][2] Lady Gaga,[2] Thierry Mugler[1] and Meryl Streep.[3][4] His costuming efforts were recognized with a Drama Desk Award nomination in 2002 for Christmas With the Crawfords.

March resided in New York City and appeared on several episodes of The Real Housewives of New York City as a friend of Sonja Morgan.[citation needed]

March starred on a show about his work as a costume designer, entitled Mad Fashion,[2][5] which premiered on the Bravo Network on October 4, 2011. Mad Fashion ran for ten episodes.[6]

Accident and death

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In June 2017, March fell in his apartment and hit his head. After lying unconscious for four days, he awoke and was able to call 911 and was rushed to the hospital, where he was kept in a medically induced coma for the next two months.[7] Upon awakening, March discovered that he'd lost functionality in both legs as well as his right hand and arm.[8]

He returned to California with hopes of recovering, and was admitted to a long-term care facility in Stockton, where he continued designing until his death.[9]

On September 5, 2019, March died of a heart attack.[10]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b c Odell, Amy (August 28, 2009). "Chris March Is Suing Thierry Mugler Over Beyoncé's Costumes". New York. Retrieved October 25, 2011.
  2. ^ a b c Odell, Amy (October 24, 2011). "Chris March Talks Halloween, Dressing Lady Gaga, and More". New York. Retrieved October 25, 2011.
  3. ^ "The Dish on Meryl Streep's Oscar Gown — Designed by 'Project Runway' Alum Chris March!". Style Watch Blog. People Magazine. March 8, 2010. Retrieved October 25, 2011.
  4. ^ "Meryl Streep's Surprising Dress Designer: 'Project Runway' Alum Chris March!". Style Watch Blog. People Magazine. January 19, 2010. Retrieved October 25, 2011.
  5. ^ "Chris March's Return to Bravo Imminent; See Rico's Latest Editorial". New York. March 14, 2011. Retrieved October 25, 2011.
  6. ^ Odell, Amy (October 13, 2010). "Chris March is Getting His Own Reality Show". New York. Retrieved October 25, 2011.
  7. ^ TMZ project-runway-chris-march-dies-56
  8. ^ "Chris March Dead: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know". September 6, 2019.
  9. ^ "Chris March Dies: 'Project Runway' Designer, 'Mad Fashion' Host Was 56". September 6, 2019. Archived from the original on September 7, 2019.
  10. ^ Chris March, Fashion Designer and ‘Project Runway’ Season 4 Contestant, Dies at 56
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