Tartan Dominates NYFW Autumn 2025-2026; Harem, Balloon Pants Return Spring 2026
Key Takeaways
- Tartan is a dominant trend for Autumn 2025-2026, showcased by Burberry, LV, and Westwood.
- Harem and balloon pants are back for Spring 2026, updated by Michael Kors.
- Aknvas Spring 2026 collection features preppy, punk, and princess styles, inspired by boarding school.
- Slicked-back buns and glossy hair are major beauty trends for Spring/Summer 2026.
- Adam Lippes' Spring 2026 collection is Japan-inspired with softer, more relaxed silhouettes.
Top Stories
Tartan Dominates New York Fashion Week, Autumn 2025-2026 Trend.
On September 14, 2025, New York Fashion Week highlighted tartan as a dominant trend, featured in street style and collections from Burberry, Louis Vuitton, and Vivienne Westwood for Autumn 2025-2026.
Harem, Balloon Pants Return to NYFW Spring 2026 Runways.
Harem and balloon pants made a comeback at New York Fashion Week for Spring 2026, with designers like Michael Kors showcasing updated versions, evolving towards comfort-driven volume.
Aknvas Spring 2026: Preppy, Punk, Princess Styles at NYFW.
On September 14, 2025, Christian Juul Nielsen presented the Aknvas Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear collection at New York Fashion Week, featuring a mix of preppy, punk, and princess styles inspired by his boarding school years.
NYFW Spring/Summer 2026: Slicked-Back Buns, Glossy Hair Trends.
On September 14, 2025, Who What Wear reported live from New York Fashion Week, highlighting major beauty looks for Spring/Summer 2026, including slicked-back buns and glossy hair.
Adam Lippes Spring 2026: Japan-Inspired, Relaxed Silhouettes.
Adam Lippes unveiled his Spring 2026 ready-to-wear collection on September 14, 2025, inspired by Japan and characterized by softer, more relaxed silhouettes.
Awards Season
Pedro Pascal Nominated for Emmy for 'The Last of Us' Role.
On September 14, 2025, Pedro Pascal attended the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards, nominated for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for his role in The Last of Us.
Meghann Fahy Attends 2025 Emmys, Nominated for 'Sirens'.
Meghann Fahy attended the 2025 Emmy Awards on September 14, 2025, wearing a plunging velvet dress and nominated for her role in 'Sirens'.
Designer Spotlight
Meruert Tolegen Debuts Store, Spring 2026 Collection in SoHo.
On September 14, 2025, Meruert Tolegen opened her first store at 39 Wooster Street in SoHo, debuting a Spring 2026 runway collection emphasizing tactile, darkly ethereal designs.
Runway Highlights
Cos Autumn/Winter 2025 Collection Showcased at New York Fashion Week.
On September 14, 2025, Harper's Bazaar editors styled pieces from the Cos Autumn/Winter 2025 collection at New York Fashion Week, emphasizing bold textures and the balance of structure and fluidity.
NYFW Spring 2026: Retrofête, Vince, and Others Showcase Diverse Styles.
On September 14, 2025, New York-based brands like Retrofête, Vince, and others presented their Spring 2026 collections at New York Fashion Week, featuring diverse inspirations and vibrant colors.
HEAD OF STATE Unveils Spring Summer 2026 Collection.
On September 14, 2025, HEAD OF STATE presented its Spring Summer 2026 collection, showcased through photographs of models wearing the designs.
Khaite Spring 2026 Explores Confidence, Urban Grit at NYFW.
On September 14, 2025, Khaite presented its Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear collection in New York, exploring themes of confidence derived from insecurity and a blend of urban grit and western flair.
NYFW Spring 2026: Designers Add 'Chaos' to American Sportswear.
On September 14, 2025, Brooke Bobb reported on the New York Fashion Week Spring 2026 collections, highlighting designers adding fun and 'chaos' to American sportswear.
Private Policy Spring 2026 Explores AI, Americana at NYFW.
On September 14, 2025, Haoran Li presented Private Policy's Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear collection at New York Fashion Week, exploring the relationship between AI and Americana.
Tibi Spring 2026: Soft Meets Strong at New York Fashion Week.
On September 14, 2025, Tibi presented its Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear collection at New York Fashion Week, exploring the balance between soft and strong elements.
Altuzarra Spring 2026: Romantic Styles, Hyper Reality at NYFW.
On September 13, 2025, Joseph Altuzarra presented his Spring 2026 collection at New York Fashion Week, featuring romantic styles and reflections on hyper reality.
Willy Chavarria Spring 2026: Old Hollywood Glamour in FiDi.
On September 14, 2025, Willy Chavarria presented his spring 2026 womenswear collection at Printemps in FiDi, New York, featuring sharp-shouldered skirt suits and wide-brimmed hats.
Christian Cowan Spring 2026: Maximalist, Early 2000s Glamour.
On September 14, 2025, Christian Cowan unveiled his Spring 2026 ready-to-wear collection at New York Fashion Week, focusing on street-style-inspired pieces with a maximalist, early 2000s glamour aesthetic.
Prabal Gurung Presents 'ATMOSPHERE' Spring Summer 2026 Collection.
On September 13, 2025, Prabal Gurung presented his Spring Summer 2026 collection, titled 'ATMOSPHERE', at New York Fashion Week, featuring 26 looks.
Hervé Léger Celebrates 40th, Unveils Spring 2026 Collection.
On September 14, 2025, Hervé Léger celebrated its 40th anniversary and Michelle Ochs' two years as creative director with the reveal of the Spring 2026 collection at New York Fashion Week.
Kim Shui Presents Spring Summer 2026 Collection.
On September 14, 2025, Kim Shui presented her Spring Summer 2026 collection, showcased through a series of photographs highlighting the designs.
Style Watch
Blackpink's Lisa Debuts at Emmys 2025 in Lever Couture.
On September 14, 2025, Lisa from Blackpink debuted at the Emmys 2025 as part of The White Lotus 3 cast, wearing a pink Lever Couture dress. Her style evolution since 2016 was noted.
Ana Milán, 51, Wears Transparent White Dress Elegantly.
In September 2025, Ana Milán, at 51, showcased how to wear a transparent white dress elegantly, featuring lace and embroidery.