February 8, 2025

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On February 8, 2025, Son Jung Wan presented her Fall/Winter 2025 collection “Go with the Flow.” The show wove together memory, identity, and experimentation in a way that felt both poetic and edgy. 

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Concept & Mood
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“Go with the Flow” wasn’t just a name, it was a frame of mind. Son Jung Wan used the show to revisit past moments and reshape them through today’s lens. Rather than recreating nostalgia, she questioned how identity evolves, letting fabric, shape, and color speak to transformation. 
There was a strong sense of fluidity: flowing layers, draping, and silhouettes that moved or seemed to shift. It felt less rigid than a typical fashion week collection, more about motion and emotional texture. 
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Palette, Materials & Silhouettes
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• Color story: The collection opened with Luminous Celestial Yellow, a soft glow tied to warmth. Then shifted to Midnight Blue, deep, mysterious, calming. Tones like muted parchment and rich black ink grounded the brightness and added contrast. 
• Textures & fabrics: Wool and cashmere brought softness; metallic satin and silk injected light; velvet and patent leather added punch. There was a mix of matte and sheen, structured and flowing, smooth and textured. 
• Silhouettes & layering: Many looks were built with layers, often deconstructed or asymmetrical. Rounded shoulders, draped panels, and flowing skirts or loose pants were offset by sharper tailoring or unexpected cuts. The result was striking balance, casual elegance meets sculptural design. 

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Themes & Takeaways
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• The collection gave weight to identity in motion: how who we were, who we are, and who we become are all interlinked. Son Jung Wan nudges viewers to consider how beauty, style, and self adapt over time. 
• There was a contrast between comfort and drama: pieces that looked wearable but with details that made them artful; unexpected volumes, dramatic color contrasts, luxurious materials. 
• “Flow” felt literal in movement (fabric drape, silhouettes that swayed) and metaphorical in design (identity, time, memory). The show invited people to move with change, not against it.

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Final Thoughts
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Son Jung Wan’s Go with the Flow was a reminder that fashion can be meditative. It wasn’t just about flashy new looks; it was about connection; to past selves, to evolving identity, to the tactile feel of fabric and silhouette. For FW25, she offered pieces that feel relevant for cold weather but still poetic. Garments that tell stories in the way they move, in the way color strikes, in the way fabric feels.

February 7, 2025

In February 2025, jewelry and accessories designer Alexis Bittar unveiled his Fall/Winter 2025 collection through a performance-driven presentation at Performance Space NY. Titled “A Portal,” the show was more than a display of bags and jewelry, it was an immersive fusion of art, nostalgia, and speculative futurism.

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Atmosphere & Storytelling
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Walking into the presentation, one was immediately transported: vintage furniture, and ambient lighting refracted off glass cases holding Bittar’s pieces. Within this atmospheric set-up, fashion merged with theater. Guests were invited into a world where beauty routines, identity, and domesticity were reframed through a futuristic lens. 
The centerpiece of the performance: a woman seated at a vanity, not looking into a mirror but into a symbolic portal. Surrounding her were humanoid figures dressed entirely in latex, moving with robotic precision as they attended to household rituals: ironing, vacuuming, speaking on phones; performances that felt simultaneously mundane and uncanny.
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Design & Key Pieces
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What made the collection memorable was how Bittar used design to explore contrasts. Soft and hard, organic and mechanical, past and future. Jewelry pieces were sculptural and bold. Earrings and cuffs that sometimes looked like art sculptures, sometimes like armor. Shapes drew from 80s and 90s aesthetics but felt reinterpreted for a speculative future.
Handbags that carried dual personalities: plush textures and rich materials paired with hardware that felt sharp, angular, metallic. Among standout designs was a clutch shaped like scissors, and pieces that combined resin or crystal with molten metals. The collection didn’t shy away from drama. 
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Themes & Takeaways
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• Technology vs. human ritual: The performance demonstrated mechanized motion (the AI-like attendants) with human vulnerability (the woman at the vanity), suggesting both dependence on, and alienation from, technology.
• Nostalgia as lens: References to past decades, the 80s/90s in shape and feel weren’t just aesthetic. They anchored the show in memory, giving contrast to the futuristic elements. The portal motif underscored the idea of looking back and looking forward. 
• Identity, beauty, aging: Beyond the show’s theatrics, the collection explored deeper ideas: how our view of beauty changes over time, the pressure to look a certain way, and how accessories can both decorate and protect.

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Final Thoughts
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Alexis Bittar’s FW25 presentation was not just a debut during NYFW, it signaled his evolution as a storyteller and world-builder. The designs themselves were striking and rich in craftsmanship, but it was the immersive environment, the performance narrative, and the emotional undercurrents that made “A Portal” resonate. It was a reminder that accessories can do more than decorate; they can provoke, question, and transform.

February 7, 2025

In February 2025, designer Snow Xue Gao revealed her Fall/Winter 2025 collection with an intimate presentation at her Bowery flagship store in New York, titled “Designed for New York Winter.” The show served as both an ode to the city’s coldest season and a masterclass in marrying bold outerwear with downtown edge.

Inspiration & Aesthetic

The creative vision leaned heavily into how New Yorkers actually dress when the temperature drops: layers, statement outerwear, texture, attitude. Gao drew influence from neighborhoods like Nolita, SoHo, and the Lower East Side where the interplay between structure and softness, high and low, is everyday style. 

Central to the collection were wool plaid coats — a Snow Xue Gao staple — now joined by sculptural pieces made in plush faux fur and vegan fur, as well as rich wool blends. These textures were balanced with tailored pieces, miniskirts, thigh-high boots, and asymmetrical wool skirts under structured jackets, demonstrating a mix of warmth and architectural design. 

Key Pieces & New Directions

• Outerwear as focal point: Oversized coats, whether in plaid, wool blends, or faux fur, led many of the looks. They weren’t just cold weather gear, but style statements in their own right.
• Texture contrast: The soft faux/vegan fur with structured jackets and skirts created visual tension. The collection used layering to its advantage. 
• Heritage touches: Fair Isle knits, floral embroidery under outerwear, and local craftsmanship (especially in wool coats) helped ground the collection in tradition while still feeling fresh. 

Why It Resonates

What makes this collection compelling is its sense of realism. It isn’t fashion fantasy so much as fashion reimagined for cold city streets: bold, functional, expressive. Snow Xue Gao is working in that space where outerwear isn’t an afterthought, but the centerpiece.

It’s also significant from a brand perspective: offering pieces made in New York, priced more accessibly than many comparable contemporary labels, while maintaining strong design integrity. For many customers, those wool coats have become go-to staples. 

Final Thoughts

Snow Xue Gao’s Fall/Winter 2025 presentation proved that winter dressing can be both practical and artful. With its statement outerwear, rich textures, and clever layering, the collection doesn’t just protect against cold, it makes style an integral part of the experience. For anyone navigating winter in a fashion city, these are the kind of pieces you’ll want in your wardrobe this season.

February 5, 2025

Walmart Fashion made a strong impression during New York Fashion Week with its Fall/Winter 2025 press preview. The event spotlighted new collections from Scoop, Free Assembly, and the Walmart Fashion creative director Brandon Maxwell, giving editors, influencers, and industry insiders an inside look at what’s next for the retailer’s style evolution.

An Immersive Preview

The showcase was designed as more than a simple runway reveal. It felt like a fashion experience. Guests explored curated spaces featuring the upcoming Scoop and Free Assembly summer collections, styled with Maxwell’s signature polish. A pop-up activation allowed attendees to interact with pieces directly, blending the excitement of a fashion week presentation with the accessibility of in-store discovery.

Beauty touchpoints, exclusive product drops, and a lively atmosphere rounded out the preview, ensuring the event stood out within NYFW’s busy calendar.

Brandon Maxwell’s Influence

Maxwell’s hand was visible throughout the collections. His approach elevated Walmart’s core fashion labels with thoughtful tailoring, seasonal color palettes, and silhouettes that balance everyday practicality with trend-driven flair. Scoop leaned into playful statement pieces, while Free Assembly highlighted modern essentials built for versatility.

The combination showed Walmart’s intent: clothing that delivers both value and a sense of style confidence, accessible to a wide audience but crafted with designer-level perspective.

Why It Matters

The FW25 preview made it clear that Walmart Fashion is carving out a space in the broader style conversation. By aligning with NYFW and bringing in names like Brandon Maxwell, Walmart signals a commitment to merging affordable fashion with cultural relevance.

For shoppers, this translates into wardrobe staples and standout items that feel aspirational without straying from Walmart’s price-friendly DNA. For the industry, it underscores a bigger ambition: Walmart isn’t just participating in fashion, it’s actively shaping how accessible style is perceived.

Final Word

The Walmart Fashion FW25 press preview proved that accessibility and innovation can live in the same space. With Brandon Maxwell guiding the vision for Scoop and Free Assembly, the collections captured both energy and elegance. Overall an unexpected but welcome move that positions Walmart Fashion as a brand to watch in seasons ahead.

Saturday February 10, LaPointe

Welcome to LaPointe University!

The LaPointe Fall 2024 collection, aptly named “Class of LaPointe 24,” transforms the runway into a fashionable homage to high school cliques and hierarchies. Designer, Sally LaPointe imagines a world where her designs cater to the most confident and stylish students, blending elements of preppy sophistication with downtown cool. The collection features bold, statement-making pieces that are perfect for those who aren’t afraid to stand out. From feathered coats to curve-hugging dresses, LaPointe emphasizes individuality and a fearless approach to fashion.

The collection’s aesthetic is a playful nod to high school rules, where typical dress codes are subverted. Oversized collegiate hoodies and baggy cargo pants offer a contrast to the otherwise figure-hugging silhouettes, reflecting the diverse style preferences within the “LaPointe girl” archetype. This imagined school setting sees LaPointe as a modern-day Blair Waldorf, with a following that admires and emulates her bold choices. The Fall 2024 collection captures the essence of youthful rebellion and confidence, making it a standout moment at New York Fashion Week.

Monday September 11, Tiffany Brown Designs 

Tiffany Brown Designs decided to casually put us in blue heaven this season. Hosted at Spring Studios (and sitting front row), guests were in awe looking at the beautiful designs in various shades of blue. Everything was shown from boho chic to ballgowns to sheer but everything was very on trend especially the sheer pieces. One thing I definitely want to highlight is the music choice throughout the show. While we typically hear pieces which don’t have lyrics, this show was heavy on afro music such as Watati by Karol G. This felt like a more relatable element to the show which kept guests engaged. A note about the designs, as I was wearing a tulle dress, I highly appreciated the use of tulle in the designs. 

In a world of fashion where innovation and style are paramount, Tiffany Brown Designs has taken a bold step to plunge us into a serene ocean of blue this season. Hosted at Spring Studios, I found myself fortunate enough to be sitting front row, and let me tell you, the experience was nothing short of awe-inspiring.

The runway was out of a dream, adorned with a breathtaking array of designs, all dipped in various enchanting shades of blue. From the boho chic to the lavish ballgowns and the daring sheers, every ensemble seemed to whisper the essence of contemporary fashion. But what truly set this showcase apart was its impeccable alignment with the latest trends, particularly the sheer pieces.

One factor that brought attention to the show was the impeccable choice of music throughout the show. In an industry accustomed to instrumental tracks, Tiffany Brown Designs decided to have the models walk to tracks such as afro. A notable track was “Watati” by Karol G. This choice added a unique layer of relatability to the entire show, making it not just a visual treat but a sensorial experience that kept the audience thoroughly engaged.

Back to the topic of the designs, I couldn’t help but nod in approval as I wore a delicate tulle dress. Tiffany Brown Designs had masterfully incorporated tulle into their creations, making it evident that this versatile fabric had found a fresh lease of life in the realm of high fashion. The ethereal quality of tulle added an exquisite touch to the designs, further solidifying the brand’s commitment to pushing boundaries and crafting pieces that resonated with both contemporary aesthetics and timeless elegance.

As I left Spring Studios, I couldn’t help but reflect on how Tiffany Brown Designs had effortlessly transformed the color blue into a symbol of wonder. This season, they had succeeded not only in dressing us in blue heaven but in creating an experience that was nothing short of enchanting. Tiffany Brown Designs had once again proven that fashion is not just about clothing; it’s about telling a captivating story, and they had certainly left us all spellbound with their narrative of blue enchantment.

Favorite designs are shown below xx