Julia Butters Unveils NYFW Look in Sheer Botanical Drama

A maroon gown with painterly florals and sheer sleeves—Julia Butters brings romantic maximalism to PatBO’s NYFW show (and yes, it bloomed).

Julia Butters didn’t just attend the PatBO fashion show—she arrived like a walking canvas. On September 16, 2025, at New York Fashion Week, Butters stepped into the spotlight in a look that fused theatrical elegance with botanical exuberance.

Her gown, a floor-length maroon piece, was adorned with oversized floral prints in shades of pink, peach, and green—each bloom rendered with painterly precision. The off-the-shoulder neckline and sheer fabric around the arms added softness and movement, while the structured silhouette kept the look grounded. It’s a dress that evokes the romance of a Frida Kahlo portrait with the polish of a couture runway.

On her feet: white floral high-heeled shoes that echoed the motif without competing for attention. No visible jewelry, no handbag—just the dress, the stance, and the moment. Her hair, styled in soft waves, framed her face with youthful ease, while her makeup leaned fresh and luminous—think dewy skin, defined lashes, and a barely-there lip.