Why New York Fashion Week 2025 was one for the books
- Olivia McKenley
- Apr 2
- 2 min read
From February 6th through 11th, one of fashion’s largest events transpired, publicizing the industry’s latest innovations. New York Fashion Week (NYFW) spanned the city, delivering runway shows at major spots like The Museum of Modern Art, The High Line, and even the West Edge. The specific event centralized around anticipated fall and winter collections.
Icons like Carolina Herrera continued to impress while fashion’s up-and-coming, such as headliner Christopher John Rodgers, provided a promising glimpse into the future. Furthermore, fashion fads, celebrity appearances, and the new approach to diversity truly distinguished this year’s production from the rest. Below is a recap from fashion’s most bustling occasion.
Emerging trends
Various trends surfaced throughout the week and across runways. Leopard print made its mark, appearing in numerous ensembles. Specific collections by Marc Jacobs, Khaite, and Anna Sui attest to the power of print in elevating a look.
Designers also paid homage to the stylings of the early 2000s with the abundance of dress-over-pants pairings. This duo appeared in the collections of Collina Strada, Coach, Diotima, and beyond. These looks brace their wearers for brisk fall temperatures without compromising street style.
Finally, there was a motion toward modesty in this year’s show, especially emphasized through layering. Exemplar outfits arranged by Altuzarra, Brandon Maxwell, and Calvin Klein experimented with elongated, bundled silhouettes that balance both comfortability and sophistication.
Celebrity appearances
NYFW previewed professional models like Alex Cosani and Taylor Hill, but the stardom doesn’t stop there. Hollywood figures like Sarah Paulson took to the runway for Miu Miu as well as Florence Pugh sporting Harris Reed. Furthermore, the public was shocked to find science personality Bill Nye at center stage for the Annual Blue Jacket Runway Show, supporting the Prostate Cancer Foundation.
New Levels of Diversity
New strides were made at the 2025 NYFW, as designers and brands were determined to make fashion an inclusive industry. Designers like Christopher John Rogers, Christian Siriano, and Prabal Gurung, to name a few, excelled in their showmanship efforts. They aimed for their runways to be reflective of their everyday wearers, displaying models of various ethnic backgrounds and body types. Furthermore, many showcased lines leaned on cultural inspiration and married it with modern ones.
Ultimately, this year’s New York Fashion Week delivered on its expected glamour and ingenuity. However, its newfound diversity, equity, and inclusion are the hallmarks of its success, transforming the fashion industry, evidently for the better.
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