New York Fashion Week is in full swing, presenting the Fall/Winter 2026 collections. While the runways are the main event, the experience is a whirlwind of shows, street style, and social gatherings. Here’s a daily snapshot of what the team saw, wore, ate, and did throughout the week.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15
Spotlight Show: The day belonged to Sandy Liang. Her collection, a whimsical fusion of Sofia Coppola’s “Marie Antoinette” and “Kiki’s Delivery Service,” charmed the front row. A standout look featured a pink-frilled sweatsuit paired with fuzzy bunny-heel mules—a perfect blend of utilitarian comfort and dreamlike beauty.
Trend Watch: Subtle, Easter-egg-inspired pastels are emerging as a key color story for 2026. This softer, more sophisticated take on the brights of a decade ago offers a gentle way to incorporate color.
Unexpected Guest: The buzziest moment was Post Malone’s surprise front-row appearance at the Sandy Liang show, sporting a brand t-shirt and a Bud Light.
Fuel for the Day: A quintessential fashion-week lunch at Nordstrom’s Wolf, featuring shared fries and kale caesars.
Personal Style: To honor the designer’s aesthetic, the editor wore a vintage Prada skirt, a pink suede coat, and signature Sandy Liang pieces, including a melon top and hair clips.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14
Editor: Eliza Huber, Associate Editorial Director
Runway Highlights: A strong day for shows featured standout collections from Khaite and Altuzarra. Favorite looks included a black Khaite dress with a velvet bow and a perfectly wearable dark-wash denim ensemble from the same show.
Trend Watch: Chocolate-brown denim made several appearances, signaling a potential shift from the ubiquitous khaki denim for fall.
Pop-Culture Niche: The editor’s favorite moment was an incredibly specific Instagram Story from Timothée Chalamet featuring childhood photos of Formula 1 driver Charles Leclerc.
Valentine’s Dinner: The day ended with a date night at Café Sabarsky, an Austrian restaurant, complete with veal and champagne.
In-Between Shows: A visit to Colleen Allen’s showroom resulted in a newfound love for rich velvet pieces in royal purple and burnt orange.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13
Editor: Kristen Nichols, Associate Director, Special Projects
Designer Spotlight: Kallmeyer’s show was praised for its elegant tailoring.
Color Story: Thoughtful injections of color, rather than head-to-toe statements, are defining the season. An orange top layered under suiting at Tory Burch exemplified this subtle approach.
Celebrity Sighting: Rihanna made a NYFW appearance to support A$AP Rocky at the AWGE show.
Meal of the Week: A highly-anticipated reservation at Chez Fifi lived up to the hype, with perfect steak au poivre and an impressive art collection.
Personal Uniform: The editor’s outfit was a masterclass in elevated staples: a Khaite satin trench, vintage Ralph Lauren, classic Levi’s 501s, and Manolo Blahnik heels.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12
Editor: Bobby Schuessler, Shopping Director
Show Favorite: TWP impressed with dreamy outerwear, particularly a look featuring a maxi shearling vest.
Styling Trend: “Advanced layering” is key, with looks featuring long-sleeve tees deliberately peeking out from under button-up shirt cuffs.
Front-Row Royalty: The iconic Martha Stewart was seated next to the Who What Wear team at the TWP show.
Cocktail Hour: A perfect vodka martini at the MyTheresa party capped off the day.
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