From the busy streets of Manhattan to the eclectic venues across Brooklyn, New York Fashion Week Fall 2024 was a total vibe, serving major inspo and some serious looks. Designers dropped their latest visions mixing cultural shoutouts, eco-friendly moves, and fresh takes on classic fits for the now crowd.
The runways were lit with everything from dark vibes to high-key futuristic styles, messing with everything from size to vibes in the coolest way. Every designer brought their A-game, whether they were debuting fire fits or marking milestones, adding their unique flavour to the New York Fashion Week story.
Here are the must-sees from the Fall 2024 runways curated trip down the week’s most epic moments.
Thom Browne
A monochrome palette interspersed with bursts of gold, Thom Browne’s collection melds gothic horror with luxurious tailoring, featuring Edgar Allan Poe-inspired narratives woven into corsetry, distressed leather, and intricate embroidery.
Peter Do
Peter Do redefines urban armour with a blend of protective fashion and sophisticated elegance, incorporating silk bubble wrap trousers, knit balaclavas, and slouchy puffer jackets for a modern, resilient New Yorker aesthetic.
Helmut Lang
Peter Do’s sophomore collection for Helmut Lang explores the theme of “protection versus projection” with innovative takes on classic silhouettes, featuring bubble wrap textures and a nod to the label’s archival pieces for a blend of past and present.
Sandy Liang
Sandy Liang’s collection embraces a “Sailor Moon”- inspired aesthetic, blending chaste uniforms with prairie dresses to mature her signature style without losing the essence of what fans love.
Collina Strada
Known for its commitment to sustainability, Collina Strada presents “Collina’s Gym,” a collection that celebrates femme strength through sporty uniforms and gym wear with elegantly exaggerated silhouettes and deadstock fabrics.
Tommy Hilfiger
Revitalizing American prep with a New York twist, Tommy Hilfiger’s collection modernises classics with boxy tweed coats, varsity jackets, and rich textures, encapsulating the spirit of urban sophistication.
Brandon Maxwell
Channelling grief into creativity, Brandon Maxwell’s collection draws inspiration from nature and the American Southwest, translating emotional landscapes into soft silhouettes and delicate prints.
Proenza Schouler
Embracing a cumulative design approach, Proenza Schouler’s collection features ample wintery whites, translucent layers, and refined takes on suiting and outerwear, highlighting the label’s evolving aesthetic vision.
Coach
Targeting younger luxury buyers, Coach’s collection emphasizes distressed denim, leather, and shearling, with a focus on upcycling and circular fashion initiatives for a modern, urban wardrobe.
Michael Kors
Emphasizing ‘timelessness,’ Michael Kors presents a collection that modernizes classic pieces with a mix of textures and layers, showcasing the enduring appeal of sophisticated fashion.
LaQuan Smith
With a focus on the “unapologetic strength and glamour of female power brokers,” LaQuan Smith’s collection brings sex appeal to daywear with sharp tailoring and luxurious details, celebrating financial stability and richness.
Private Policy
Exploring a “Wild West” theme, Private Policy combines cowboy aesthetics with advances in AI technology, offering a fresh take on classic denim and workwear with innovative design techniques.
Puppets and Puppets
Bidding farewell to New York, Puppets and Puppets transitions to London as an accessories brand, showcasing a collection that emphasizes colour-blocking, transparencies, and luxe layering for its final ready-to-wear showcase.
Area
Embracing surrealism, Area’s collection features luxury googly eyes and oversized gems, exploring the dynamics of viewership in the digital age with whimsical and reflective designs.
Carolina Herrera
Wes Gordon draws inspiration from strong, resilient women for Carolina Herrera’s collection, which contrasts architectural shapes with soft ruffles and embroidery, embodying strength and elegance.
Jason Wu
Dedicated to his design team and dreamers, Jason Wu’s collection showcases soft lines, deliberately ripped seams, and delicate prints, reflecting an emotional journey inspired by nature and personal memories.
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