If there’s one event every fashion follower or influencer looks forward to every year, it’s New York Fashion Week. Every year, designers, celebrities, models, and style obsessives come together to discuss one burning question: What’s next?
NYFW 2025 has come to a close, but the fashion industry is far from it. From futuristic silhouettes to cozy fall comebacks, the trends on the runways this year ranged from classic pieces to bold must-haves. So, if you’re wondering what your closet might look like next year (or what everyone on TikTok will probably be wearing), keep reading as we dive into the world of fashion.
But First, What Is New York Fashion Week?
In case you’re new to the fashion scene, New York Fashion Week (NYFW) is a biannual event where top fashion designers show off their latest collections for the upcoming season. NYFW began in 1943 and has since become one of the “Big Four” fashion weeks in the world, alongside Paris, Milan, and London. It’s kinda like the Super Bowl, only with high heels and haute couture.
Now, let’s recap on the latest designs at NYFW Fall 2025 and what trends you’ll be eyeing in 2026.
Designers like Marc Jacobs and Collina Strada showed oversized, “cloud-like” coats with puffy sleeves. Serving up part comfort, part statement, like your favorite puffer coat, but fashion-forward.
While labels like Dion Lee leaned hard into cyber and sci-fi vibes. Think metallic fabrics, utility belts, LED accents, and pieces that look like they belong in Blade Runner.
Eco-conscious fashion isn’t just a trend anymore; it’s a movement, and 2025 was the year designers doubled down. Brands showcased recycled fabrics, plant-based leather, and even 3D-printed shoes. Gabriela Heardt and Studio 189 were big sustainability stars this season.
Fluid fashion also took center stage, with unisex silhouettes, neutral tones, and pieces meant for everyone. Designers like Eckhaus Latta and Theophilio challenged the idea that clothes have to be labeled “men’s” or “women’s.”
Statement accessories are also making a comeback, featuring oversized earrings, chunky boots, and bags shaped like literal objects (because yes, we did see a purse shaped like a fish). Accessories at NYFW were loud, bold, and definitely unconventional.
Fashion Is Expression
NYFW 2025 proved that fashion isn’t just about looking good; it’s about expressing yourself, pushing boundaries, and, of course, having fun. Whether you’re into techwear puffed sleeves or just looking to thrift your next outfit, the message was clear: wear what you feel good in.
So go ahead, try that wild pattern, wear those new shoes, or do whatever you want. After all, the best trend of all is confidence.
