Bernadette Peters and Mercedes Ruehl were both born on the exact same day - 28 February 1948, and they were both born in Queens, New York.
Wilfredo's clothing line and the outfits and costumes in the fashion show were created by New York costume designer Stephen Sprouse.
All through the film, Bernadette Peters wears a total of 16 different hats, including a motorcycle helmet in the last scene.
The real New York City graffiti artist named STASH, who the character in the movie is based on, appears as an extra in some party scenes.