The Fashion Memo

3 Trends We Loved From New York Fashion Week

From ornate textures and embellishments to unabashedly feminine silhouettes, these are PORTER’s picks of the hottest trends from New York Fashion Week – and how to wear them now

Words Colleen RossFashion editor Millie Parry
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In order of appearance: Anna Sui (model carrying parasol), Heirlome, Conner Ives, Ralph Lauren Collection

Effortlessly ornate

Intricate embroidery, opulent brocades and tactile fringing emerged as defining elements across several collections, adding a sense of depth and tactility to languid silhouettes. At Kallmeyer, beaded, tinsel-like trims shimmied across sheer skirts and dresses, while at Anna Sui, iridescent beads, sequins and delicate appliquéd lace made every look feel like a treasured heirloom. Elsewhere, Ralph Lauren Collection explored antique textiles and elements of historical dress through a modern lens; Conner Ives incorporated chinoiserie-inspired florals on dresses and Art Nouveau-coded, faux fur-trimmed jackets; and Heirlome’s Stephanie Suberville spotlighted Latin American artisanship with tassels, fringing and intricate knitting techniques.

Wear now: Heirlome’s tassel-trimmed ‘Matilde’ jacket and Dries Van Noten’s intricately embroidered tote are an elegant pairing with either tailored pants or jeans, while Erdem + Barbour’s embellished waxed cotton-jacquard coat makes an impactful statement.

  • HEIRLOME
    Matilde wool-blend twill jacket
    £1,250.00
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    6
  • ANNA SUI
    Plush-trimmed Arcadia brocade flared pants
    £410.00
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  • TORY BURCH
    Charlie embellished embroidered canvas shoulder bag
    £655.00
  • BODE
    Phantasm fringed embroidered silk-satin mini skirt
    £1,535.00
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    2
    4 - low stock
    6
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    10

Sheer femininity

Ladylike dressing took on a much bolder identity this season. Tory Burch, Kallmeyer, Magda Butrym and Khaite all reimagined traditional codes of femininity via elaborate embellishments, sheer layers and sculptural ruffles. Khaite creative director Catherine Holstein took inspiration from vintage underpinnings, crinolines and corsetry to create her most romantic collection to date; Ulla Johnson leaned into diaphanous embroidered tulle and lace; and Magda Butrym embraced a softer side with delicate lingerie dresses and wallpaper floral prints.

Wear now: Magda Butrym’s lace-trimmed point d’esprit midi dress is the definition of romance, especially when paired with a matching heel and delicate pearl jewelry. Alternatively, slip Pauline Dujancourt’s lilac tulle ‘Flora’ gloves on with a sleeveless dress.

  • MAGDA BUTRYM
    Lace-trimmed crepe midi dress
    £1,740.00
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    34 - out of stock
    36 - out of stock
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    40 - out of stock
  • COLLEEN ALLEN
    Tulle bralette
    £520.00
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  • PAULINE DUJANCOURT
    Flora tulle gloves
    £540.00
  • KHAITE
    Briar silk-organza blouse
    £1,760.00
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    0
    2 - low stock
    4 - low stock
    6 - low stock
    8
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In order of appearance: Kallmeyer (coral dress), Ulla Johnson, Khaite, Magda Butrym
In order of appearance: Tory Burch (purple dress), Altuzarra, Conner Ives, Altuzarra

Megawatt color

From vibrant jewel tones to neon brights, color saturated the runways. Conner Ives and Altuzarra both opted for color-pop separates in tomato red, bright pink, turquoise and lime green, creating eye-catching looks that commanded attention. Meanwhile, Tory Burch and Kallmeyer championed head-to-toe color blocking, showcasing vibrant jewel hues ranging from teal and amethyst at Burch to eggplant, raspberry and citrine at Kallmeyer.

Wear now: Make an impact in Balmain’s open-back mini dress in draped chartreuse satin with black accessories, or add a pop of color to pared-back outfits with Alaïa’s purple suede ‘Le Teckel’ bag.

  • ALTUZARRA
    Mitchell jersey midi dress
    £745.00
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    x small
    small - out of stock
    medium - low stock
    large
    x large - low stock
  • TORY BURCH
    Linen and silk-blend kaftan
    £495.00
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    x small - low stock
    small - low stock
    medium - out of stock
    large
    x large - out of stock
  • BALMAIN
    Open-back draped ruched-detail satin mini dress
    £1,850.00
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    34
    36 - out of stock
    38 - out of stock
    40 - out of stock
    42 - out of stock
  • KALLMEYER
    Cottage leather-trimmed canvas tote
    £625.00