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Ralph Lauren’s SS26 “Strength and Sensuality” Opens NYFW in Style
New York, September 2025 – As New York Fashion Week SS26 drew to a close, one truth became increasingly clear: the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) may once again crown Ralph Lauren as Womenswear Designer of the Year — for an unprecedented tenth time.
Lauren opened NYFW with his SS26 collection, “Strength and Sensuality,” a deeply evocative show that reaffirmed his status as the master of American style.
✨ A Cultural Statement in Cloth
In a moment when the definition of American identity is being questioned, Lauren offered a wardrobe that felt both timeless and forward-looking. His clothes reflected the duality of American life — the raw energy of New York City alongside the leisure and elegance of the Hamptons.
The collection struck a delicate balance between masculine tailoring and feminine grace, embodying the cultural resilience and quiet power Lauren has honed across decades.
👗 Key Highlights from the Runway
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Look 8 stood out: a black-and-white striped shirt layered beneath a ribbed cricket vest, paired with a black silk menswear tie for sharp contrast. Wide-leg trousers, tied kimono-style at the waist, epitomized effortless modernity.
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Another standout swapped the vest for a tailored white jacket, with a bandeau top replacing the shirt — a study in sleek sensuality.
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Fluid silks, menswear references, and Lauren’s signature monochrome palette underscored the collection’s strength-meets-softness narrative.
🌟 Star Power Front R ow
The show’s cultural weight was matched by its star-studded audience. Hollywood icons Laura Dern, Naomi Watts, and Jessica Chastain were seated front row, cementing the event as one of the week’s most anticipated spectacles.
📌 Legacy in Motion
For Ralph Lauren, SS26 wasn’t simply another collection — it was a reaffirmation of his iconic role in shaping American fashion. Should he take home the CFDA Womenswear Designer of the Year Award yet again, it would mark a milestone unmatched in the industry.
With “Strength and Sensuality,” Lauren continues to prove that true innovation doesn’t always mean chasing trends — sometimes, it means reimagining timeless codes for a changing world.
