A Look at Six Standout Shows from FW25

Fashion Week Review

The More You Know, The More You Want to Wear.

Still, We Choose Optimism! 

Facing Uncertainty with PRADA

PRADA is right where it should be, leading the charge in fashion. Every season, Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons feel more in sync, effortlessly delivering exactly what fashion lovers want. Their FW25 menswear collection, Unbroken Instincts, was all about being human. It focused on instinct, intuition, and the beauty of imperfection, and while other brands struggle to find their footing in uncertain times, PRADA keeps thriving. Probably thanks to Miuccia and Raf’s ability to capture what’s happening in the world and translate it into fashion.
      

PRADA FW25

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This season brought back familiar favorites like fur, western boots, and sleek, tapered pants. Body-hugging knitwear, warm brown fur coats, and classic trench coats were paired with bold, colorful western boots, adding an unexpected wild edge. It could have felt chaotic, but PRADA made it all flow seamlessly, proving once again that contrast can be a thing of beauty.

PRADA described the collection as a response to what’s happening right now, a way to inspire hope in difficult times and highlight human resilience. Their message was clear. When the world feels shaky, reconnecting with instinct, passion, and romance is what keeps us moving forward. We love designers who manage to make optimism feel this effortless.

 

 

 

Keeping It Simple with RICK OWENS

The RICK OWENS FW25 show at Palais De Tokyo makes more sense when you understand Concordia, the small Italian industrial town where his clothes are made. For over two decades, Owens has split his time between Paris and Concordia, even spending the first 15 years of his career sleeping on a couch in his factory or staying in small hotels to totally immerse himself in the production process. When you know that, it becomes obvious why his work is so focused on stripping things down to their essence. This season, that mindset shaped every single look.

 

RICK OWENS FW25

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Minimal but intense, the collection included cropped blue shearling sweaters, deep V-neck tops, and structured leather panels designed by Victor Clavelly. But the real showstopper was the towering, feather-like boots that looked straight out of Howl’s Moving Castle, crafted from layers of deconstructed black and cream-colored leather.

The soundtrack added another layer to the experience. The show was set to David Bowie’s Heroes, a song famously performed near the Berlin Wall and often seen as a symbol of hope and unity. Knowing that gives the collection even more meaning. This is Rick Owens reminding us that no matter what is happening, there is always a way forward.

 

   

   

Diving into Sweet Nostalgia

A Childhood Throwback with Sandy Liang

Sandy Liang is not only a designer, she’s also a new mom, and has been sharing her parenting journey with us on Instagram. This personal shift is reflected in the FW25 collection, where she turned the experience into a runway show filled with warmth. For anyone who still has a soft spot for childhood memories, this collection was designed to bring back those emotions and, let’s be honest, make you want to shop. “This collection is about that moment as a kid when you begged your parents for a toy you desperately wanted,” Liang explained. The runway was packed with nostalgic details like lucky star origami, Tamagotchis, paper carnations, and Furby dolls. It was the injection of fun that New York Fashion Week didn’t know it needed.

 

Sandy Liang FW25

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One of the most talked-about pieces was a midi skirt printed to look like a planner, complete with snap buttons that mimicked an actual diary cover. Styled with a Sandy Liang tee that reimagined the Toys “R” Us logo, it balanced sweetness with a little bit of attitude.

 

©@sandyliang A design close-up uploaded by Liang on Instagram

     

A deep dive into her Instagram revealed even more sentimental touches. Hidden among the floral arrangements were childhood photos, and there was even a reference to The Snowman, a classic animated film that tugs at the heartstrings. Sandy Liang knows how to make nostalgia feel fresh and wearable. Maybe motherhood really is the ultimate creative fuel.

 

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A Minimalist’s Dream, Calvin Klein FW25

This season marked the highly anticipated return of Calvin Klein to the runway, the first since Raf Simons stepped away in 2018. To take the brand into its next chapter, they tapped Veronica Leoni, an Italian designer known for her sharp take on modern minimalism, thanks to her work at CELINE, JIL SANDER, and THE ROW. The result was a clean, confident version of classic American style.

  

Calvin Klein FW25

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The FW25 collection revolved around American Beauty and the art of minimalism. Leoni trusted her gut and created 64 looks that redefined simplicity. The lineup featured sharp coats, structured trench suits, crisp denim, draped jersey dresses, and polished evening tuxedos. The colors were mostly black, gray, and white, but every so often, a bold pop of red shook things up. This wasn’t minimalism for the sake of it. It was refined and strong without feeling forced. A major moment in the audience was Calvin Richard Klein himself seated front row, giving Leoni his silent approval. She’s only getting started, and there is no doubt everyone will be watching to see where she takes Calvin Klein next.

  

 

   

Fashion as a Reflection of Life

JORDANLUCA’s Wedding of the Year

For JORDANLUCA, fashion is personal. Their shows often feature friends, family, and loved ones, but FW25 took that to another level. Titled The Wedding, the collection wasn’t just inspired by love, it was an actual wedding. Designers Jordan Bowen and Luca Marchetto exchanged vows in front of their guests, cutting a six-tier cake and proving that sometimes, fashion really is about more than clothes. “Love should be shared, expanded, and expressed,” they said.

 

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A runway show like this is rare. One of the standout looks featured a T-shirt with “I HATE LOVE” written across it, a perfect representation of the complicated relationship so many people have with love. The need for connection clashes with the fear of getting hurt. No matter how JORDANLUCA evolves, love will always be at the heart of what they do.

 

JORDANLUCA FW25

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Anna Sui’s Wild Heiresses

Anna Sui’s FW25 collection, presented at The National Arts Club in New York, was inspired by Madcap Heiresses, women who inherited massive fortunes and spent them recklessly on men, diamonds, and extravagance. Her muses included Barbara Hutton, Doris Duke, and Peggy Guggenheim, women known for their mix of rebellion and indulgence.

   

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Rich purples, deep browns, and electric magentas set the tone, paired with flowing, luxurious fabrics that carried an effortless sense of drama. The collection featured collaborations with Erickson Beamon, known for intricate jewelry, and John Fluevog, a designer famous for his bold, rubber-soled shoes. The result was a wardrobe fit for a modern-day heiress who isn’t afraid to live a little recklessly. Some of the full looks might feel over-the-top, but broken down into individual pieces, everything was surprisingly wearable.

The show notes included a telling phrase: “In Anna Sui’s world, wealth is subjective.” It’s true. But in a world ruled by capitalism, there are moments when slipping into madcap heiress mode feels like the only logical move. Who doesn’t occasionally want to throw cash in the air like a drama scene and demand, “How much?” Maybe all it takes to channel that energy is slipping into Anna Sui.