Ralph Lauren and Michael Kors offer Escapist Romance at New York Fashion Week
NEW YORK – Ralph Lauren and Michael Kors presented collections at New York Fashion Week that offered a departure from current trends, embracing breezy silhouettes and a romantic aesthetic as a tribute to timeless style and, in Kors’s case, a specific geographic inspiration. The shows unfolded against the backdrop of recent industry mourning for Giorgio Armani, whose influence both designers acknowledged.
The collections signaled a intentional move away from the bodycon styles gaining traction this year, instead focusing on fluid draping and relaxed forms. kors specifically cited Marrakech as a key influence, aiming to “bring a bit of Marrakech to Manhattan” through his designs, while Lauren and kors both lauded Armani’s enduring legacy and impact on their careers.
Lauren and Kors showcased floor-length skirts paired with oversized tuxedo jackets, utilizing featherweight fabrics and earthy tones with fringed accessories. kors recounted saving up to purchase his first Armani jacket at age 19, wearing it for both work and leisure, highlighting the lasting impression the designer made on him.
Lauren praised Armani’s unwavering vision and the ”foreverness” of his work, emphasizing his dedication to family, friends, and his homeland. The collections collectively presented a vision of American style rooted in quality, comfort, and a sense of escapism.
