Before all eyes shift to London as fashion month continues in Europe, we look back at some of the best parts of New York Fashion Week Fall 2020. Oversized fits seemed to be on the wane as brands like N. Hoolywood and Coach opted for more fitted silhouettes, Helmut Lang abandoned the runway entirely and revealed its collection on Christopher Street, and Nike introduced us to sportswear for the future. Here’s what you missed at #NYFW2020.
The Japanese designer returned with a more formal and structured collection of looks, a smooth departure from the oversized silhouettes that were presented during Spring 2020. The predominantly monochromatic collection elevated traditional tailoring with a mix of alternative fabrics like velvet and neoprene, resulting in a collection that sits comfortably between post-punk and Reservoir Dogs.
Tom Ford didn’t show in the city this season — he moved his show to Los Angeles — but for technicality’s sake, he’s still included. He showcased his penchant for creating clothes oozing with star quality, with gleaming fabrics and rich textures adding a contemporary spin on classic looks.
Coach continues its love affair with the ’80s with another New Wave inspired collection of colorful looks. This time around, dangly earrings were out in full force and accessories and a few select garments were adorned with Jean-Michel Basquiat illustrations. To really drive the theme home, Queen of New Wave herself Debbie Harry of Blondie closed the show.
An equestrian theme punctuated the collection, with plenty of riding capes and leather saddlebags to keep you covered on your next upstate rodeo. Additionally, matching his-and-hers ensembles touched upon gender-neutral styling.
With its collection of bright and practical sportswear pieces, made with premium performance fabrics, Nike looks ready to take us to the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and beyond.
The French brand delivered strict tailoring that added a rough edge to both menswear and womenswear with a touch of rock n’ roll. Beyond the runway, it was Parisian cool brought stateside.
Images by: Sunil Gupta.
Helmut Lang opted out of runway show this season and instead unveiled its Fall 2020 collection with a West Village editorial shot by Sunil Gupta that was inspired by the rich and subversive history of Christopher Street.
The Japanese designer entered the void with its abstract collection of well-crafted tailored looks that were mitigated with tie-dye motifs and premium denim fits.
Eckhaus Latta designs clothes for dystopia, playfully challenging convention and delivering an uncategorizable collection of festive looks for the end of the world.
Fernando Garcia and Laura Kim’s newest collection is a turn back to the roots of grunge playing on the “rebellious child” theme that the label is renowned for. The tailoring was expectedly perfect and this time around the duo updated their sharp fits with plaids, tweeds, and wools.
The brand continues its sustainable and simultaneously psychedelic message for Fall 2020 on a grass runway and a tree of vegetables. The pieces themselves take inspiration from utilitarian-wear re-done in Collina Strada patterns and colors for a light and vibrant take on a uniformity.
Every January, industry figureheads flock to the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah to get a fresh fix of cinema. It’s in that peaceful lull toward the tail-end of awards season and during “dump month” that some of the best upcoming movies make their world debut. And while the runaway hit of the festival seems to be Zola, the wild tale of a girls night out gone south that was first brought to life back in 2015 by a viral twitter thread, it sadly doesn’t have a trailer. But here are some trailers from Sundance for films that are sure to make waves this year.
Crip Camp
This riveting documentary, produced by the Obamas, explores a camp for disabled teens that operated in the ’70s and how some campers eventually went on to become influential figures in the disability rights movement. Made up of both raw footage and new interviews, the film is a brilliant portrait of how a community movement was born.
Downhill
Will Ferrell and Julie Louise-Dreyfuss star as parents who embark on a family ski retreat following the death of a relative. Judging by the trailer, this disaster-comedy looks like a welcome addition to the dysfunctional family canon.
Impetigore
The best horror film trailers don’t really tell you anything — see above. But basically this Indonesian horror-thriller is about a woman who returns home to a village to find out that everyone wants to kill her. However, things seem to take a turn for the even more sinister.
Max Richter’s Sleep
Who would have thought that the key to a good night’s rest was being lulled to sleep by a live orchestra? Besides the point, this fascinating documentary explores composer Max Richter’s ambitious and seminal 2015 album that doubles as a sleep aid.
Briar Montana, Michael Vassallo, Tyg Davison, Cole Etgen, Dylan Christensen, Erin Mommsen, Noah Duran, Parker Brown, David at Midland Agency, Jackson Oller, and Kuya Okai star in an exclusive Saint Laurent editorial shot by Victor Demarchelier and styled by Paul Sinclaire. Casting by Barbara Pfister Casting. Order the Winter 2019 issue now.
Baccarat partnered with the esteemed Lady M Cake Boutique for the world’s first luxury cake truck. For this unique dessert dining experience, guests will be able to enjoy the sweet treats, served on fine crystal plates, under the light of Baccarat’s pristine chandeliers in a dreamy outdoor setting.
All Swim by ORLEBAR BROWN
Left: BACCARAT Tuile de Crystal
Right: Swim by ORLEBAR BROWN
Left: Swim by VILEBREQUIN. Middle and right: Swim by SATURDAYS NYC
