All the Best Looks from New York Fashion Week 2024

Walk, walk, fashion baby!

Come one, come all! The month-long circus of fashion shows has arrived with the beginning of New York Fashion Week. The schedule of shows started in style (and off the official CFDA calendar) with Proenza Schouler and Ralph Lauren, who showcased worthy collections in Soho and the Hamptons, respectively. From festive fringe and smart shirting to equestrian chic, plenty of things got us excited for what the week ahead will bring.

What else are we looking forward to? For starters, we can’t wait to see how iconic American brands such as Carolina Herrera, Tory Burch, Tommy Hilfiger, and Michael Kors continue to evolve their design legacies and what the icons of tomorrow like LaQuan Smith, Luar, Weiderhoeft, and Willy Chavarria will serve up.

Also gauging our interest is what euro-brands like Nanushka, Off-White, Paloma Spain, and Pieter Muiller’s AlaÏa will showcase for their stateside debuts, and we’ll certainly be keeping our eyes on buzzy brands Aknvas, Colin LoCascio, Kate Barton, Weiderhoeft and more have to offer this season. 

So watch this space as we pick our favorite looks from NYFW spring/summer 2025.

Ralph Lauren

Set at an equestrian center in the Hamptons, it should come as no surprise that Ralph Lauren’s latest collection was filled with preppy, cowboy-chic pieces like crystal-embellished denim button-downs paired with fringed boot cut jeans, cable-knit turtlenecks with American flag motifs worn with cheeky lace mini shorts, and breezy prairie dresses that would have yuppies and Yellowstone-stans alike in awe.

Proenza Schouler

Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez's spring collection for Proenza Schouler made us want to set sail for far-off escapes. The design duo took a new approach to nautical dressing with Breton stripes, sleek lines, origami-like folds, and fringe that swayed like palm trees. The collection had many of the key elements of the trend but didn't feel too on the nose.

Area

To celebrate its 10-year anniversary, NYC-based brand Area sent models marching down the runway in avant-garde creations. These included looks meticulously crafted from beaded hands, tightly compacted nylon hands that evoked the look and movement of feathers, and punk-inspired spikes. All of these explored the tension between conformity and rebellion, challenging traditional fashion norms. After a decade in the industry, the brand proved it can still push boundaries with its designs with their spring collection.

Collina Strada

Collina Strada's Hillary Taymour knows how to make a statement, and this season, it was all about urging show-goers to touch some grass, as the kids say today. With a lineup of ultra-soft dresses and bubble skirts, Taymour explored a nostalgic return to basics via visible bloomers, playful prints, embellished flowers, and tiered ruffles. There was also one of the most diverse castings so far with models like the designer Mara Hoffman, the disabled and trans model Aaron Rose Phillip, and Elizabeth Sweetheart, the octogenarian known as the "Green Lady of Brooklyn."

Willy Chavarria

True to form, Willy Chavarria's show was filled with references to his Chicano heritage via oversized silhouettes, exaggerated collars, and guayabera shirts (which originated in Cuba but are a staple across Latin America and the Caribbean). This time, the designer wanted to pay tribute to the people who make his America and made sure to urge show-goers to engage in the election, placing "Willy Says Vote!" stickers and a copy of the United States Constitution of the seats.

Simkhai

Guests traveled up 100 floors to the top of the Edge, where they were treated to Jonathan Simkhai's stylish vision for spring. Inspired by his mother's wedding dress and his family-owned lace mill in Iran, Simkhai sent models down the runway in looks that balanced starkness and fabulous flourishes from blooming floral appliqués that looked like walking garland, fresh and crisp whites evoked new beginnings and elaborate laser-cut leather for a bit of edge.

Prabal Gurung

Entitled "Holi Hope," Prabal Gurung's latest collection showcased the joy and color of the Holi celebrations he experienced during his travels in Nepal. Plissé textures and flowing chiffons made models appear goddess-like as their looked flowed endlessly in the wind. The vibrant, optimistic collection was a bright spot amongst the severity the fashion industry is often clouded by.

Palomo Spain

Palomo Spain took his guests to church—literally. Held at the Fourth Universalist Society in the City of New York, a Universalist church, the show looked to the divine as inspiration. But in a Palomo Spain universe, that will surely contain nods to his native Spain: fringe tops simulation flamenco mantones and oversized suits that looked eerily similar to the ones worn by men to Catholic mass. And then, there was the subversion he's known for via bikini bottoms, bare-chested sequined leotards, and a wedding white tuxedo with lace train—all accessorized in the second edition of his collaboration with Spanish label, Bimba y Lola.

Campillo

Campillo's debut show at New York Fashion Week was marked by the juxtaposition of hard and soft—the edge of distressed tailoring, the delicate flair of swooshing chiffon. A palette of earthy tones—read: rusty reds, dark yellows, chocolate browns—sprinkled throughout the collection, which redefined classic codes from the designer's Mexican heritage.

Sergio Hudson

A flashback to the 1960s, Sergio Hudson's lineup for spring/summer 2025 was filled with classic silhouettes from the era, as well as his signature tailoring. A first for Hudson, though, was menswear, showing models in monochrome relaxed shirt-and-pants combos with a pastel palette. Evening wear was also a central focus of the collection, like a strapless black gown with light pink strain and navy halter dress embellished in crunchy paillettes.

Grace Ling

Singaporean designer Grace Ling wanted her models to appear as if they were scorched, torn, burnt, windswept in couture-like creations that balanced between looking delicate and dangerous. Take, for instance, sheer gowns with ombré hems that looked as if they were set ablaze, shattered metal and spiky vines that shielded the body, and flowing trains that billowed as the models walked by. Having debuted at the height of the pandemic, this latest outing from Ling showed that we can expect fascinating things from her for seasons to come.

Monse

Fernando Garcia and Laura Kim debuted a witty and playful take on American sportswear that deconstructed wardrobe classics and gave them a decadent makeover. Imagine your favorite hoodie and trusty trenchcoat being fused together to create a showstopping piece of outerwear or simple go-tos like khaki shorts and polo shorts coming overblown or shrunken to new proportions. The collection also gave us all a reason to get dressed to the nines no matter what time of day, with separates and dresses bespeckled with shimmering sequins. Consider us dazzled.

Who Decides War

Humble textiles like cotton, linen, denim, and leather got an extravagant makeover courtesy of Ev Bravado and Téla D’Amore's fantastical collection for their brand Who Decides War. Shown at the Hall des Lumières, the collection featured models in elaborate wedding dresses, voluminous tops, and skirts and looks constructed from piles of belts and layers of fabric. As projections of a cathedral were cast on the walls and live music was played by students from the Frank Sinatra School of the Arts the collection felt was an otherworldly experience that reminded us of the impact that design can have on the soul.

Nanushka

Over 20,000 pieces of recycled paper hung from the ceiling at the Nanushka show and swayed as models walked by in looks inspired by the many ways one can transform the medium. Knitted pieces were folded, cut, fringed, and crisscrossed, creating intriguing textures for otherwise simple silhouettes. Founder and Creative Director Sandra Sándor continues to push her designs by placing organic materials and minimalism at the forefront, with each collection feeling like a fresh chapter for the brand.

Brandon Maxwell

There was an undeniable effortlessness to what Brandon Maxwell showed for his spring/summer collection. Creamy white cottons looked so light and soft that one could imagine themselves practically living in them. Flowy flourishes made outwear, and dresses seem as if they were floating down the runway. "I've softly unraveled the brand DNA to create garments that foster a sense of calm and confident nonchalance," said Maxwell.

Tibi

Tibi's Amy Smilovic knows her strengths. And for spring 2025, it was all about pushing her signature tailoring to the max. Opening the show with a single-button jacket and billowy pants felt like an expected yet enticing offer: it's a suit you can play in. Throughout the collection, it felt as though the Tibi team had fun creating this lineup, especially with color. Combinations of eggplant and minty green, for example, plus butter yellow and red provided a new approach to the brand's signature minimalism and its usual darker palette. And even when it went darker, it felt fresh: just take a look at the closing look (pictured below) featuring a cape-dress hybrid that seems to carry its own wind machine.

Sandy Liang

Sandy Liang's girlhood universe continues with the spring/summer 2025 collection. Through a lineup inspired by technology and gadgets, Liang pushed some of her signature silhouettes via cape trenches, hot pants, bejeweled sets, and satin skirt suits. As stated in the collection notes, the Liang girls need uniforms for all their various jobs—the spy, the princess, the moviegoer. And while we have a more modest idea of uniforms, Liang's spring/summer 2025 collection is calling women to create their own. Or at least, buy a more fun one from Liang.

Bach Mai

Bach Mai's chromatic world expanded this season, largely due to a personal period of darkness. The result was a beautiful amalgam of textures, silhouettes, and colors that showed the designer's prowess, inspired by the architect Luis Barragán, the American modernist, and the Japanese art style Bijin-Ga. Opening the show was a red bomber jacket and drop-waist skirt, signaling Mai's "more is more" vision. Lighter looks followed as well: a sheer lilac top that cascaded into a train was paired with pleated bubble aqua shorts. To close it all out, a white voluminous strapless dress with skinny pants signals the designer may have found the light.

3.1 Phillip Lim

It was a big anniversary show for Phillip Lim, who celebrated his brand's 20th birthday with a lineup full of his greatest hits. There were graphic T-shirts, asymmetrical skirts, lace dresses, and a contrasting mix of utilitarian and glam. A boxy pocketed shirt, paired with a shimmery fringe skirt served as a great alternative to the current no-pants trend. There was a flashback to Phillip Lim's viral "I Love Nueva York" T-shirts, only this time they read more existential thoughts like, "Don't Cry Tonight." We'll try, Phillip.

Carolina Herrera

Carolina Herrera Creative Director Wes Gordon brought Upper East Side glamour to the runway with a spring collection that was unapologetic in its polished romanticism. While the rich fabrics in bright, saturated hues and punchy polka dots gave the looks a grand feel, the silhouettes and accessories were still familiar enough not to intimidate wearers.

PatBo

The DNA of Patricia Bonaldi's brand PatBo lies in the designer's Brazilian roots. Each look Bonaldi creates evokes the extravagance of her homeland from macro printed butterfly motifs, lush tropical florals, and swinging, ruffled flamenco skirts. Bonaldi's approach to creating clothing inspires confidence and encourages the brand's customer's to be more adventurious is certainly something to commend.

Luar

Rockefeller Plaza was the ritzy setting for Raul Lopez's decadent collection for Luar, where models stepped out revolving doors in sculptural clothes that looked as if they were from a different dimension. Stunning shapes took ordinary clothes to the brink of imagination like coats that cocooned around the body, gill-like pleats at the hip, and stiff metallic strips of fabric that fluidly wrapped around models' body. We continue to wait with bated breath for every new collection from the brand as Lopez continues to push his creativity and cement himself as a new design icon.

Michael Kors

American master of fashion Michael Kors delivered a decadent collection of dark romanticism that featured ladylike shirt and shirt dresses that were awash in moody floral prints, textures, and embellishment. While the clothes never ventured into overtly pessimistic territory there was an inherent mystique to the designs that gave models wearing relatively classic clothes a fresh, femme-fatale feel.

Wiederhoeft

Bridal dressing has become big business for Jackson Wiederhoeft. This shouldn't come as a surprise as the designer creates ethereal creations that invite wearers to embrace their more fantastical tendencies, which is exactly what one wants on their wedding day. For Wiederhoeft's latest collection, corsets, gown, and even sweatpants were adorned with sequins and cinched to breathtaking extremes. At the show's end, dozens of veiled brides that ranged in size, age, and race marched out in the same dress, showcasing how much Wiederhoeft celebrates his many different brides.

Tommy Hilfiger

All aboard the Tommy ferry! For this season's outing, guests boarded the decommissioned MV John F. Kennedy, previously the Staten Island Ferry, for the brand's spring-summer 2025 collection. Models walked the ship deck and interior in clever maritime-themed clothes that felt refreshingly cool yet closely adhered to the house codes. Nautical stripes, patriotic plaids, and oversized outerwear made models look ready for a night out on the town or a stroll along the boardwalk.

Tory Burch

Tory Burch's spring/summer collection was a masterclass in mixed media and the 'synchronicity of movement and form." Models were given new forms thanks to liquid-like latex dresses, abstract printed outwear, sculptural 3-D skirts, scaley sequins, and draped Grecian skirts. For a brand known for its viral accessories, the ready-to-wear proved to be just as evocative with its forward-thinking approach to design. If modernity is the pathway to relevance, Tory Burch certainly has her eyes on the prize.

Coach

It was back-to-school for Stuart Vevers as models wore academic-like clothes with a bit of edge to them thanks to their tattered and raw fabrications. Clothes made from humble fabrics like denim, leather, and cotton looked cool thanks to their carefree, relaxed styling. Super-sized bags in the shapes of hearts and dinosaurs covered in stickers or graffitied with signatures as if they were yearbooks added a playful touch to the collection, showing why the brand has been such a hit with Gen-Z.

Jane Wade

Office sirens got an extreme Gen-Z makeover at the Jane Wade show, where traditional workwear got a futuristic makeover. As guests entered an emptied building space, they found themselves walking through piles of shredded paper that made the scene look like the aftermath of an office revolt. The shreds of paper proved to be a pivotal design element in the collection, as paper-like fringe peaked out of shirt dresses and hems. One model walked out in a short dress that featured a long train entirely made out of the material.

LaQuan Smith

LaQuan Smith is an American designer who doesn't shy away from sultriness. Rather, he leans into it with aplomb. For his spring/summer collection Smith created 50 looks that ran the gamut from sheer, neon chiffon pieces, bawdy sequined bathing suits, and all-white looks that felt equal parts bridal and club wear. The varied, unedited offerings nodded to his diverse customer base who need that range of ready to wear to dress their multifaceted lives.

Aknvas

Entitled 'Nordic Midsummer Camp', Aknvas designer Christian Juul Nielsen showed a collection that took a whimsical, nostalgic approach to spring dressing. Denim and canvas workwear-inspired jackets were transformed into bold, oversized moments more suited for the club or city streets than on the job. For eveningwear, Nielsen let loose a parade of lush lace looks dyed neon colors like lavender and lime or brightly embellished with dozens of crystals.

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