New York Fashion Week is as glamorous as you’d imagine. From stunning designs and chic streetwear to celebrity appearances, the celebration transforms the whole city into a catwalk.
We’ll let you in on everything you need to know for the September events.
What is New York Fashion Week?
New York Fashion Week (NYFW) is a longstanding tradition in NYC that takes place in both February and September and allows designers to showcase their collections for the season ahead.
The entire fashion world — designers, buyers, PR reps, editors — make their way to various shows to catch what the creatives have cooking before their garments hit the shelves. This history spans back all the way to the time of the second World War with Eleanor Lambert at the helm of bringing American designers to the forefront of the fashion scene.
When is New York Fashion Week 2025?
New York Fashion Week runs from September 11th to 16th. According to the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA), there will be over 60 shows this year. You can have a look at the complete NYFW calendar on the CFDA website.
Where is New York Fashion Week 2025?
New York Fashion Week has had many iconic homes throughout the city: Bryant Park, Lincoln Center. Now, designers and industry folks take their celebrations and runway shows off the premises.
How can I get New York Fashion Week tickets?
NYFW tickets are a hot commodity, much like the designs themselves.
While industry shows are limited to experts in the field, you can snag tickets to some of the public shows online. NYFW also curates its own designer packages that includes VIP experiences like front-row seats and meet and greets. FYI, it’ll cost ya!
Where else can I watch it?
If you can’t make it to the catwalk, there is a way to get a sneak peek at the gorgeous outfits. Visit NYFW’s website for streaming options, which are both live and archived from previous years.
Additionally, for a second time, Rockefeller Center will step in as the place to be.
From Thursday, September 11th through Tuesday, September 16th, you can catch NYFW screenings at the Rink and Channel Gardens, courtesy of Genesys.
Expect the likes of: Alexander Wang, Anna Sui, Christian Siriano, Coach, Ralph Lauren, and Tory Burch, to name a few.
Which shows should I keep an eye on?
There’s plenty to keep an eye on this season: Altuzarra, Area, Bevza, Calvin Klein Collection, Campillo, Christian Siriano, Collina Strada, Cynthia Rowley, Diotima, Eckhaus Latta, Fforme, Elena Velez, Jason Wu Collection, Kallmeyer, KidSuper, Lafayette 148, LaQuan Smith, L’Enchanteur, Luar, Norma Kamali, Prabal Gurung, to name a few.
Newcomers to the show this year include Alexis Bittar, Gabe Gordon, LEBLANCSTUDIOS by Yamil Arbaje and Angelo Beato, Vettese, and Zoe Gustavia Anna Whalen.
Where should I grab a bite to eat during NYFW?
If you can squeeze in some time to enjoy a sit-down meal during Fashion Week, there are a few NYC spots to keep on your radar:
- Fouquet’s: A French brasserie located in Tribeca famous for its Parisian menu and NYC influence
- Jean’s: This American bistro prides itself on the classics with farm-fresh ingredients…and its downstairs cocktail lounge
- Nami Nori: An iconic Japanese restaurant that rose to fame for its open-style sushi hand roll, temaki
- Bangkok Supper Club: A new Thai eatery that will transport you to the country’s capital through its dishes
- Hav & Mar: If you’re craving seafood, this staple is right in the Starrett-Lehigh building
Where should I grab drinks during NYFW?
Cocktails go well with Chanel and Chloé! Have a look at some of the best bars in NYC to visit during NYFW:
- American Bar: Order the classics in a brass-rail cocktail lounge, terrazo bar, and beyond
- Holiday Bar: Bar serving coastal cuisines and great drinks.
- Tigre: Sexy new cocktail lounge in LES serving sophisticated cocktails.