Manhattan Fashion Magazine is tracking the designers and fashion companies shaping New York style right now: runway leaders, downtown labels, established American houses, and the brands that define how Manhattan dresses. Top Manhattan and New York Designers to Watch Khaite / Catherine Holstein — a defining New York brand with cinematic edge, sharp tailoring, and […]
Archived image from Manhattan Fashion Magazine / Wayback Machine. On the evening of May 5, 2025, the steps of The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City once again transformed into the fashion world’s most iconic runway as the Met Gala returned with a groundbreaking theme: “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.” This year’s event marked […]
Archived image from Manhattan Fashion Magazine / Wayback Machine. Isabel Marant’s Fall/Winter 2025-2026 collection, under the creative direction of Kim Bekker, delivered a bold fusion of punk-inflected grunge and fierce femininity. The collection celebrated strength, independence, and unapologetic style, drawing inspiration from an eclectic cast of cultural icons—ranging from Siouxsie Sioux and Grace Jones to […]
Archived image from Manhattan Fashion Magazine / Wayback Machine. Zimmermann’s Fall/Winter 2025-2026 collection continued the brand’s signature exploration of romantic femininity, this season drawing inspiration from the iconic 1975 Australian film Picnic at Hanging Rock, which celebrates its 50th anniversary. The film’s dreamlike quality and haunting sense of mystery served as a conceptual foundation, offering […]
Archived image from Manhattan Fashion Magazine / Wayback Machine. Andreas Kronthaler has never been one for subtlety, and his Fall/Winter 2025-2026 collection for Vivienne Westwood was no exception. Presented in Paris, the show was an electrifying fusion of English eccentricity, deconstructed tailoring, and irreverent playfulness—codes that have long defined the house. Yet this season, amidst […]
Archived image from Manhattan Fashion Magazine / Wayback Machine. Pieter Mulier’s Fall/Winter 2025-2026 collection for Alaïa reaffirmed his status as a defining voice in contemporary fashion. Presented during Paris Fashion Week, the collection reflected his continued innovation and distinct creative language—one that has propelled the brand’s visibility and commercial success. Since taking the helm, Mulier […]
Archived image from Manhattan Fashion Magazine / Wayback Machine. The Miu Miu Fall/Winter 2025-2026 show delivered its signature blend of runway spectacle and off-runway fashion moments, with attendees fully embracing the brand’s aesthetic in playful homage. This season, Miuccia Prada introduced a new Miu Miu muse—a woman drawn from the past but reshaped for the […]
Archived image from Manhattan Fashion Magazine / Wayback Machine. For Fall/Winter 2025, Kim Jones crafted a collection that embraced refined simplicity, drawing from archival inspiration and exceptional craftsmanship. Set against a stark black tent with a striking white Busby Berkeley-style stairway, the show stripped fashion down to its core—emphasizing the artistry of fabric and construction. […]
Archived image from Manhattan Fashion Magazine / Wayback Machine. Louis Vuitton has long been known for staging its destination shows in architectural masterpieces, marking ten years of Nicolas Ghesquière’s creative leadership. This year, the designer chose the Hypostyle Room in Antoni Gaudí’s Park Güell, an iconic Barcelona landmark with mosaic-adorned ceilings. Originally envisioned as a […]
Archived image from Manhattan Fashion Magazine / Wayback Machine. Bronx And Banco’s Fall/Winter 2024-2025 collection, titled YOU, is a tribute to authenticity, individuality, and self-expression. Designed by Natalie DeBanco, this season celebrates the multifaceted nature of women, seamlessly blending soft, romantic silhouettes with bold, structured details. Inspired by her own journey of self-discovery, DeBanco infuses […]