London’s spring 2027 collections begin today, but before we turn our attention across the pond, let’s give a cheer for New York Fashion Week and its seven days of shows spread across the city: uptown, downtown, in Brooklyn, in Queens—even as far away as the Storm King Art Center upstate. We racked up many, many steps—and many Uber receipts—but amidst all the back-and-forthing there was a lot to like, including—as we predicted—plenty of man-of-the-moment Dario Vitale’s Versace.
Congratulations to him on his appointment at Emporio Armani! And now… our favorite NYFW moments.
I loved seeing Joseph Altuzarra move his typically hushed, intimate show inside his cream-carpeted studio downstairs into the high-ceilinged, gilded Neo-Gothic lobby of the Woolworth building for such an exuberant, confident, chic collection. The pieces came together like a collage but spoke to so many different materials and sensibilities from taffeta gingham to grommeted leather belts.
And is there a chicer collab than having a jet-beaded New Yorker logo on your marigold yellow slipdress? I also loved Wes Gordon’s 45th anniversary show for Carolina Herrera which celebrated the brand, its iconic founder (her Warhol likeness was on the invitation) and the city where it was born and continues to be based (it is the largest clothing atelier in the garment district).
Thousands of tulips and the magic hour light in Lincoln Center didn’t hurt either!—Chloe Malle
My favorite New York Fashion Week show moment was meeting Karl-Anthony Towns at the Tommy Hilfiger show along with his charming new wife Jordyn Woods. Josh Hart was an added plus!—Virginia Smith
In the fashion world, New York has a reputation as the most practical of places, and yet a lot of what came down the runways this week wouldn’t make it on the streets. It could be that the shoes might be too spindly or simply that the attitude is overly stiff.
Mike Eckhaus and Zoe Latta don’t make those mistakes, as their popular jeans, knits, and tees attest. What makes their shows special to me is the sense of community: artists, musicians, and sundry others who look like cool people I’d like to know.
This season, the designers had all of us tossing confetti and cheering along as their J.Crew collaboration made its IRL debut.—Nicole Phelps
My favorite thing about New York Fashion Week this year was that designers didn’t have to do a runway show to make an impact or create buzz. It could be a store opening, like Róhe’s minimalistic haven or Rùadh’s appointment-only space; it could be to presentations along the lines of what Maria McManus and the reemergent show label Herbert Levine did.
Designer Emily Dawn Long even debuted a short film to present her new collection. The common theme throughout?
The creativity and product were good! And they did their job and inspired me to shop.—Libby Jane Page
Usually fashion week passersby have bewildered/confused expressions on their faces, but this adorable East Village pedestrian looked absolutely delighted at these ladies in their Showpony outfits. “Are you guys fashion editors? Models?” she asked. I like to imagine that she’s lived in the neighborhood for decades and has seen it all—maybe even reminiscing about her own good ole days as a wild downtown it-girl.—Phil Oh
There was everything to love about Collina Strada’s Storm King show and picnic, from the perfect weather to the romantic clothes that referenced rococo, riot grrrl, and Renaissance fairs. And did I mention there was princess cake?
It was a bit emotional for me that Threeasfour and Imitation of Christ were on the schedule again because they were part of a pre-9/11 world. The 25th anniversary of the attacks really hit hard, but the passion and perseverance of these designer continues to be a source of hope.—Laird Borrelli-Persson
I loved Coach—the slouchy pants, the slim tops, the way the suit jackets were tied around the waists, the long, flowy coats. Even though it was a spring collection, I could see myself wearing it this fall.
It even had a twinge of melancholy, despite the celebrations for the brand’s 85th anniversary, but I found that very poignant. Also, when the big reveal came at the end of the show, with curtains opening on the band, plus the explosion of confetti, everyone in the room looked so surprised—it was quite lovely.
Small shout-out to the adorable bunny shoes at Sandy Liang and congrats to Marcus Allen, who showed his first collection.—Max Berlinger
TWP’s clothes always make me fantasize about the best version of myself—maybe one that knows how to garden or lives in a home worthy of a Nancy Meyers set—and this season, the details solidified that. Blazers with scrunchable arms, sunglasses hanging from the neck, rubber clogs and raincoats, bolo tie-inspired necklaces. One day, I will be her.—Hilary Milnes
Things at fashion week get so serious, and it’s sometimes difficult to remember the silliness—and joy—of these situations. When else do you find yourself on a downtown helipad watching 1970s wrestler tops and vibrant horse hair-trimmed shoes pad by? The models were feeling it too—most waved and smiled, happy to make new memories just as designer Patricio Campillo intended.—Alexandra Hildreth
My favorite moment was getting to meet Ellie the Elephant at Sergio Hudson. It was a total surprise: I was waiting to do my pre-show interview with Sergio, and out of nowhere, Ellie saunters in looking fabulous, and immediately locks eyes with me. I totally fangirled and had to ask for a pic.—Christian Allaire
“I’m sitting by the flower,” and “Meet me at the cocoon” were common refrains heard at Thom Browne’s A Bug’s Life runway. For New York Fashion Week’s closing act, Browne and his army of gray suits transformed The Shed into a feat of outsized nature.
It’s not often that brands can pull off this level of set design and world-building, and I couldn’t help but feel awestruck as I walked through towering blades of grass to my seat (which had a precious bouquet of chamomile flowers sitting on the chair). NYFW likes to remind us that anything can be a runway, from the West Side Highway to a warehouse.
But Browne took that sentiment to a new level with his eccentric garden spectacle.—Hannah Jackson
After revealing a new collection full of gorgeous texture at her first-ever runway show, Heirlome designer Stephanie Suberville took her bow with Maricarmen Jiménez, the third generation Oaxacan alebrijes artist with whom she collaborated on prints. It was a touching moment, especially because she had also worked with Jiménez’s late father a few seasons earlier.—Joan Kennedy
Cementing her place as a purveyor of uptown dressing as well as downtown, Daniella Kallmeyer’s Upper East Side show was one of my favorites. The sea salt dark chocolate and water (sparkling and chilled!!) were the best possible welcome, one-upped only by the clothes that followed.
Off-duty, I’ve been taking bandana cues from my colleague Alex Hildreth, but haven’t braved one at the office yet. Kallmeyer’s gorgeous beaded head scarves might just do the trick.—Madeleine Schulz
As a certified Tory Burch girl who is constantly on the lookout on TheRealReal and Depop purchasing pieces from the brand, the spring 2027 collection was definitely one of my highlights of the week. The embroidered cardigans and the delicate slip skirts have me anticipating dressing for next spring, while her accessories had me envisioning all the different ways I could add a feather boa to my wardrobe without it looking too campy.
Also on the day of the Tory show I happened to have matched the color palette of look 16 so it felt like I was spiritually in line with what was to come. Another highlight of the week had to have been the J.Crew x Eckhaus Latta party.
I rarely go out during NYFW, but it just so happened that I was at the office and had submitted my reviews just in time. It felt like the most glamorous frat party at Players and there were so many fun activations from caricature drawings to beer pong!—Irene Kim
After a busy weekend of appointments and shows, Brandon Maxwell’s 6 PM Sunday slot was a really pleasant moment. It took place on the beautifully lit top floor of the Brant Foundation.
It was intimate and chic. There were live strings by a quartet from the New York Philharmonic.
The clothes were just as good as the atmosphere. During the finale I received a ping in one editor group chat, “I’ve seen outfits for us all,” and I couldn’t agree more.
Also! The Vogue Shopping Print Guide takeover at the Bowery Iconic Magazines location.
Pick up a copy if you haven’t already!—Madeline Fass
Everyone I’ve talked to loved Ralph Lauren, and I have to agree. I adored look 45—the perfect mix of referential and sexy. The whole audience had their phones out to snap a pic. I can’t wait to see which celebrity wears it first.—Mai Morsch
My favorite moment had to be backstage at Thom Browne. It was like entering a dreamworld, watching every silhouette come to life and feeling the anticipation for the show.—Acielle Tanbetova