Another February, another New York Fashion Week. Let’s review the biggest trends seen on the runway. As always, these are only my opinions. Please wear what you want.
Bubble Hem
I am SO HAPPY that this trend is back. This is one fashion item from my childhood I think of fondly. The fact that it’s back in style makes me so happy and seeing it on the runways of some of my favorite designers like Christian Siriano, Carolina Herrera and Prabal Gurung is even more glorious
Balaclavas
Personally, these look very suffocating, uncomfortable, claustrophobic and borderline cultural appropriating. However, they certainly have a bit of 60s chicness to them, so they might be fun for a photoshoot. Thank you Proenza Schouler for the fashion inspiration.
Edwardian Chic
From Regency to the Edwardian age, fashion is currently loving old-school British style. If this is your thing, look to Tory Burch, Ulla Johnson and Gabriela Hearst for inspiration.
Leather
Leather was everywhere this fashion week. Worn every which way and seen on almost every runway. Christian Siriano, Khaite and Sergio Hudson particularly had gorgeous leather ensembles.
Duster Coats
Long, floor-length coats seem to be the coat of this upcoming fall, proven by Bevza and Khaite’s runways.
Crystal Mania
Y2K is back and so is bedazzling. Area and Cinq A Sept used rhinestones in very unique and chic ways. Especially with Area’s butterfly collection.
Marigold
Yellow is one of the many hot colors seen on the runway. Specifically in two of my favorites: Carolina Hererra and Michael Kors
Pants Under Dresses, Tastefully
Remember the horrendous dresses over jeans trend from the 2000s? Well, it’s back, but thankfully we have learned from our mistakes. This time it’s more monochromatic and less “vintage shop threw up on you.” Look to Sally LaPointe, Proenza Schouler, Helmut Lang and even some recent Chanel ensembles for inspiration.
Knitwear
For upcoming fall trends, knitwear is a given. However, look to Jonathan Simkhai and Ulla Johnson for more unique ways to wear the cozy outfit piece.
Unique Denim
Denim was all over the runway and designers like Khaite, Ulla Johnson, Peter Do and Brandon Maxwell found some very inventive ways to wear the iconic Americana look.
Latex & Patent Leather
Christan Siriano and Coach use these materials in more sophisticated, feminine ways.
Pantsuits & Businesswear
With remote work becoming more and more of the norm, so has comfortable and fashionable business attire. Peter Do and 3.1 Philip Lim bought business chic back with their gorgeous collections.
Sweater Vests
Seems like sweater vests aren’t going away any time soon. They were seen in PH5 and Bevza’s collections.
Feathers
Christian Cowan and Prabal Gurung uses the glamourous texture in very fun, non-bird-like ways. I adore this trend. I think it’s so fun and luxurious.
Maxi Skirts
The 2010s are officially back. A staple of the past decade, it seems like Tumblr is in for a treat. However, Altuzarra and Collina Strada are still very modern in their interpretations.
Gloves
Blame Olivia Rodrigo or the pandemic, but gloves are here to stay. Whether they are a dramatic opera glove or a chic sheer glove, why not accessorize your hands? Look to Sally LaPointe and Christian Siriano for some high fashion inspo.
Bright Colors & Monochrome
Monochromatic outfits and bright colors are both on-trend right so it’s great to see the trends combine on Christian Siriano, Gabriela Hearst and Jason Wu’s runways.
Hot Topic Chic
With the recent emo comeback in music, thanks to Machine Gun Kelly and Travis Barker, R13’s recent collection is giving major Hot Topic vibes. May fandoms everywhere rejoice.
Sheers
Kim Shui and Christian Siriano used the see-through fabric in new and inventive ways. Sheer is a great way to be a little sexy without being too revealing when you are feeling up for it. Give it a try!
Artful Prints
Colin Locascio and Christian Cowan showed off their creativity with the never-before-seen prints in their collections.
Grunge
DSquared2 & R13 recent collections took a lot of inspiration from 90s grunge. So, go play some Kurt Cobain on Spotify and tie that flannel around your waist.
Pleats
Pleated skirts, especially flowy maxi skirts were seen a lot this season. 3.1 Philip Lim, who is responsible for some of Serena van der Woodsen’s best street style moments, brought the Serena staple back with his collection.
Trench Coats
Trench coats are a timeless piece of outerwear, but Jason Wu certainly knows how to add a unique touch to them.
Sequins
Sequins are another glamorous trend seen all over fashion week, and it makes even more sense when you remember how popular they were in the 2000s. Altzaurra and Carolina Hererra had some gorgeous sequin ball gowns in their collections.
Periwinkle
Pantone’s color of the year was seen all over fashion week, but especially in Sergio Hudson and Proenza Schouler’s collections.
Corsets & Bustiers
With the popularity of Bridgerton and the rise of unapologetic sexuality, corsets and bustiers are understandably a huge trend right now. Dion Lee is taking full advantage of their cool interpretations.
Fuschia
It’s no coincidence that NYFW was the same week as Valentine’s Day. Hot pink and Fuschia are some of the biggest colors right now. Michael Kors had some gorgeous and luxurious pink ensembles in his recent collection.
Tweed
Prabal Gurung, known for his colorful and festive collections, used tweed in very upbeat, youthful and fun ways.
Metallics
Altuzarra and Carolina Hererra are singlehandedly spearheading the trend of everything glittery, shimmery and sparkly with their use of metallic fabrics.
Orange
Orange is starting to be seen everywhere, and designers Maisie Wilen and Anna Sui are all for it. Personally, I hate orange, so I won’t be participating.
Off-The-Shoulder
This late 2010s trend is coming through Victor Glemaud and Alice + Olivia’s collection. Let’s just hope it doesn’t become as oversaturated as it was last time it was all-the-rage.
Cutouts
LaQuan Smith and Michael Kors had their model decked out in cutout ensembles. Julia Fox even modeled a Kim Kardashian-esque (oh, the irony) look in LaQuan Smith’s show.