Ralph Lauren opens fur‑free New York Fashion Week with Spring/Summer 2027 show

New York Fashion Week began with a groundbreaking move as Ralph Lauren introduced his Spring/Summer 2027 collection, marking the first full fur ban on the runway. The 86-year-old designer, whose preppy style has shaped American fashion for years, showcased his signature navy blue and white, with touches of gold, beige, and dusty rose.

Notable actresses Viola Davis, Ariana DeBose, and Cynthia Erivo attended the event, which took place on the eve of the official fashion week launch. The collection aimed to challenge conventional notions of elegance, incorporating historical silhouettes and pairing suit trousers with a leather jacket, boater hat, and ballet slippers.

Coach, a US fashion house specializing in leather accessories, was the sole other show of the night, signaling a successful year for both brands amidst a slowing luxury market. New York Fashion Week is set to continue, with designers such as Henry Zankov, Proenza Schouler, Christian Siriano, Tory Burch, Tommy Hilfiger, Michael Kors, Calvin Klein, Carolina Herrera, and Thom Browne preparing to unveil their creations on the city's runways.