Michael Kors FW25 NYFW
Michael Kors’ Fall/Winter 2025 collection is a cinematic ode to New York City—where grit meets glitter. From shearling coats to disco-ready sequins, it’s a story of survival and celebration. But does it all come together?
There’s a moment in every great New York movie when the city itself becomes a character. Think of Breakfast at Tiffany’s or Manhattan—the skyline, the snow, the way the lights flicker like hope. Michael Kors’ Fall/Winter 2025 show feels like that moment crystallized into fashion. Presented at New York Fashion Week, the collection is a love letter to the city that never sleeps, but it’s also a reminder that love isn’t always pretty. Sometimes, it’s a shearling coat stomping through slush, or a sequined dress catching the light of a passing taxi.
The Show: Urban Poetry in Motion
The runway was a study in contrasts: a stark, snow-dusted set that could’ve been plucked from a Scorsese film, paired with a soundtrack that throbbed like a downtown nightclub. The models emerged like characters in a noir—each look a chapter in a story about survival, resilience, and, yes, a little bit of glamour.
Key Looks:
- Shearling Everything: Oversized shearling coats in charcoal and camel, paired with leather leggings and combat boots. These pieces felt like armor for the urban warrior, practical yet undeniably chic.
- Sequins After Dark: Slinky, sequined dresses in shades of midnight blue and crimson, cut to slither and shine. Paired with chunky ankle boots, they were a perfect blend of toughness and allure.
- Tailored Edge: Sharp, asymmetrical blazers and pinstripe trousers that nodded to 1970s punk tailoring, but with Kors’ signature polish.
The accessories were equally striking—oversized bucket bags that looked like they could carry your life’s essentials, and lug-soled boots that screamed I walk this city, and it walks me back.
The Inspiration: New York’s Dual Soul
Kors has always been a storyteller, and this collection is no exception. It’s a tale of two cities: the icy, brutalist streets of winter and the warm, glittering nightlife that keeps us going. The shearling coats and woolen scarves speak to the harsh realities of urban life, while the sequins and velvets remind us why we endure it—for the moments of beauty, connection, and sheer joy.
But here’s the thing: Kors doesn’t just romanticize New York. He gets it. The collection isn’t about escapism; it’s about finding glamour in the grit. It’s about the woman who wears a sequined dress under her trench coat because she knows life is too short to save your best for later.
The Verdict: A Collection That Feels Alive
Not every piece landed perfectly. Some of the more avant-garde looks—like a chainmail-inspired skirt—felt out of step with the collection’s overall narrative. And while the shearling coats were stunning, I couldn’t help but wonder how they’d fare in a real New York winter (spoiler: probably not well).
But these are minor quibbles. What Kors has created is a collection that feels alive. It’s not just clothes; it’s a mood, a statement, a reminder that fashion can be both functional and fantastical.
Personal Impressions
I’ll admit it: I’m a sucker for a good New York story. And Kors’ FW25 collection is exactly that—a story about a city that’s equal parts brutal and beautiful. I loved the juxtaposition of shearling and sequins, the way the collection felt both grounded and dreamlike.
But more than that, I loved the heart of it. This isn’t a collection about trends; it’s about people. It’s about the woman who braves the cold to chase her dreams, the man who finds beauty in the chaos. It’s about all of us who call this city home.
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