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As New York Fashion Week (NYFW) approaches, several major designers are taking an off-calendar approach or skipping the event entirely, making room for more intimate or alternative showcases. While brands like Michael Kors, Tory Burch, Altuzarra, Carolina Herrera, Calvin Klein, and Derek Lam stick to the official calendar, notable absences are turning heads.
1️⃣ Brandon Maxwell:
One of America’s most talented independent designers, Maxwell will not show this season. The reasons are unclear, but his absence is notable amid financial pressures in the fashion industry.
2️⃣ Sally LaPointe & Alexander Wang:
LaPointe usually shows at NYFW but won’t this season, while Wang remains absent after appearing last season. PR inquiries went unanswered, leaving the reasons a mystery.
3️⃣ Jason Wu:
Wu is transitioning to just one collection per year, meaning fans will miss his elegant dresses and outerwear at this season’s runway.
4️⃣ Monse & Ralph Lauren:
Monse will host an intimate Lunar New Year event with a salon-style Fall 2026 preview. Ralph Lauren will present his collection slightly off-calendar, maintaining exclusivity and glamour.
5️⃣ Marc Jacobs & Tommy Hilfiger:
Jacobs is showing off the main calendar for maximum exposure, while Hilfiger has not returned to the runway for three seasons, though a comeback is not ruled out.
Takeaway:
NYFW 2026 blends traditional runway shows with alternative presentations, reflecting a trend of flexibility and exclusivity in how top designers engage audiences.
