NYFW FW25: Comfort, Contrast, and Industry Shifts

New York Fashion Week showcased the Fall/Winter 2025 collections with designers like Michael Kors and Calvin Klein emphasizing comfort and casual chic over traditional glamour. Kors, moving away from structured silhouettes, introduced 'dégagé chic' with relaxed tailoring and flat footwear, subtly critiquing the Trump era's fashion. The week was marked by a focus on contrast, with vests making a comeback, sequins being used in relaxed styles, and pinstripes being reimagined in new forms. Street style reflected a mix of high and low fashion, with oversized outerwear paired with sleek pieces and vibrant colors punctuating the winter landscape. Notably absent from the event were major labels like Proenza Schouler and Tommy Hilfiger, while Calvin Klein's new collection under Veronica Leoni aimed for a modern yet classic business casual look. The event highlighted a broader industry reshuffling and the evolving state of American fashion.