In a particularly gloomy global context, customers are demanding lightness. And lightness, there is plenty: she blows on Michael Kors’ chic harem pants to meditate on gas prices, Proenza Schouler’s knit dresses to save on air conditioning by letting the air through, and Rachel Comey’s soft pink blouses to look like a luxury marshmallow. Between major trends and textile highlights, here is the best of New York Fashion Week 2026… revised and corrected by FM humor.
- Sergio Hudson’s animal print suit: ideal for your Zoom meetings where only the top is visible. You’re a tigress on top, pajamas on the bottom, and no one will notice.
- Campillo’s Super Size Me collared shirt: for fashion designed to hide post-orgy triple chins. Bonus: it can serve as an emergency tablecloth during a picnic.
- Off-White’s cutout bodysuit: because we had to invent an outfit that reveals 80% of your skin while still saying, “I’m wearing Courrèges, maybe, it’s trendy.”
- Ashlyn’s ruffled undershirt: practical if you’ve always dreamed of looking like a living meringue.
- Forme’s quiet luxury Bermuda shorts: Bermuda shorts like any other, but which whisper, “I cost three months’ rent.”
- Area’s chain skirt: finally, a garment that also acts as a scooter lock.
- Theophilio’s floral mini: perfect for country picnics, until a bee decides you’re literally a bouquet.
- Grace Ling’s sculpture top: we’re not sure if it’s an outfit or a contemporary installation, but it’s worn with conviction and a good insurance against breakage.
- Collina Strada’s gathered dresses: the only garment that creases on purpose, so you never have to get out the iron.
- L’Enchanteur’s postcard ensemble: finally, a look to send news of your entire body.
- Kate Barton’s bubble skirt: yes, you look like a Christmas bell, but call it arty.
- Ralph Lauren’s black and white silhouette: a tribute to photocopiers and Normandy cows, depending on your mood.
- Brandon Maxwell’s extra-long shirt: no need for pants, a dress, or a shower curtain.
In short, Spring/Summer 2026 is shaping up to be the season when your closet resembles a zoo on sale, an orthopedist’s waiting room, or a contemporary installation sponsored by the Ministry of Absurdity: after all, fashion is made for dreaming… or for laughing silly at the price tag. Right?
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