Take An Inside Look At New York Fashion Week's Buzziest Parties

Maison Boucheron celebrated its debut in America and the grand opening of its first New York City boutique with a glamorous New York Fashion Week event on September 10th at the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum. The night unveiled an immersive experience titled “From Paris to New York: A Cutting-Edge Journey Since 1858,” a multi-day installation that highlights the Maison’s 166-year legacy and its core pillars: Couture, Innovation, Style, and French art de vivre.

It was a star-studded event, with celebrities like Gwyneth Paltrow and Cole Sprouse in attendance. 

On September 9th, Californian fashion brand Frame celebrated New York Fashion Week with an exclusive dinner at the iconic Mr. Chow in Midtown, hosted by co-founder Erik Torstensson. The event attracted fashion icons, including supermodels Joan Smalls and Taylor Hill, as well as notable nepo babies like Lila Moss, Gracie Burns, Leni Klum, and Amelia Gray with her sister Delilah Belle Hamlin. FRAME’s latest campaign star, Alix Earle flew in from Miami to join the festivities.

Guests, including actors Paul Wesley and Taylour Paige, were also in attendance. Musicians Giveon, Albert Hammond Jr., and artist Quil Lemons mingled alongside models fresh off the runway. Photographer Tyrell Hampton and DJ Isabella Massenet curated the evening’s soundtrack while guests dined on classic Mr. Chow dishes like lettuce cups and noodles.

On Sunday, September 8, 2023, Alison Loehnis of Net-A-Porter hosted the brand’s annual New York Fashion Week cocktail party at the trendy Eel Bar in the Lower East Side. The gathering brought together designers, tastemakers, media, and clients to celebrate the Spring/Summer 2025 season.

Guests enjoyed Spanish-style spritzes, potato croquetas, and the signature “Alison’s Spicy Skinny Margarita” amid soft pink and green neon lights. A vintage vending machine dispensed snacks, while blood orange granitas were served as a sweet treat. Notable attendees included Charlotte Lawrence, Ivy Getty, Tiffany Haddish, and more. 

Finnish design house Marimekko kicked off New York Fashion Week with an intimate celebration of its new Maridenim line on Saturday, September 7th, 2024. Hosted by Marimekko Creative Director Rebekka Bay and artist Laila Gohar at Gohar’s private residence, the event featured a curated menu and bespoke Maridenim pieces that adorned the space, blending art and fashion in a unique setting.

The guest list included notable figures from the fashion and creative world, such as Tonne Goodman, Cecilie Bahnsen, Pia Riverola, Solange Franklin, Rickie de Sole, and Chloe King.

On Sunday, September 8th, Off-White celebrated its New York Fashion Week debut with an after-party at The Manner, a new hotel in SoHo set to open in late September. The event, hosted by Creative Director IB Kamara, featured guests such as Madonna, Victoria Monet, Flavor Flav, DDG, and Sunisa Lee, while specialty cocktails by CÎROC and performances from DJs Moma, Carrie Stacks, and others kept the energy high. Earlier that day, Off-White presented its Spring/Summer 2025 collection, “DUTY FREE,” at Brooklyn Bridge Park, blending American and African influences through sportswear designs.

Simone Porte Jacquemus was honored with the 2024 Couture Council Award for Artistry of Fashion by The Couture Council of The Museum at FIT (MFIT), where Dr. Valrie Steele, director and chief curator of MFIT presented Jacquemus with the prestigious award. 

“It is with immense gratitude that I stand before you today to receive the 2024 Couture Council Award for Artistry of Fashion. When I first heard I was the recipient of this award, I was struck with disbelief. This moment feels almost surreal. At 19, I launched Jacquemus with nothing more than a dream—no resources, no contacts—just a clear vision to redefine fashion, to approach it from a fresh perspective. Today, 15 years later, Jacquemus is a house with over 300 employees, and I’m proud to say that we remain independent. For me, this is an invaluable achievement,” said Simone Porte Jaquemus. 

Followed by the luncheon cochaired by council members Deena Aljuhani Abdulaziz and Sarah Wetenhall, Patrick Garry received the Museum at FIT Student award. Notable attendees included Mona Aboelnaga Kanaan, Lizzie Asher, Alina Cho, Christian Cowan, and more. Nordstrom presented the event at the David H. Koch Theatre at Lincoln Center.

Designer Emma Hill debuted her new collection, Portraits of Damson Madder–the brand's first US pop-up. Heralded by an all-female team, Damson Madder hails from North London, bringing the craftmanship of garments that fit and flatter with a unique detail. Portraits of Damson Madder will be featured at 14 Crosby Street in Soho from September 5th - 8th. Notable attendees were Ella Emhoff, and Ilana Glazer, who enjoyed drinks from Tequila Potro, Rumor Rosé, Ghia, and Crazy Beautiful Wines.

Guest in Residence, Gigi Hadid's brand, celebrated its partnership with the Parisian institution Caviar Kaspia at The Mark—a limited-edition collaboration adorned, featuring Caviar Kaspia emerald hue colors and luxurious branded graphics. Gigi Hadid and friends enjoyed a Caviar Kaspia Potato with champagne and cocktails. Notable attendees were Taylor Hill, Helena Christensen, Kacey Musgraves, and more.

After Ralph Lauren bowed to Frank Sinatra during the closing of his Spring/Summer 2025 collection, Mr Ralph Lauren himself along with Naomi Campbell and Christy Turlington, model mavens, made their way into the Hamptons for a dinner party to celebrate the American designer. The event was a star-studded dinner with the attendance of First Lady Jill Biden and the Olympic team. Signature drinks like Ralph's Lemonade Tea were served at a replica of the Polo Bar. Mr. Ralph Lauren was also joined by Usher, Joey King, and Lucky Blue Smith. 

Fêting the launch of the renowned Italian luxury label's latest collection—a reimagined, contemporary take on the iconic yellow gold Tubogas line—celebrities, friends of the brand, and fashion editors alike flocked to one of Brooklyn's most beloved landmarks, the Domino Sugar Factory. Inside, guests including Dakota Johnson and Naomi Campbell mingled over cocktails, before sitting down to an intimate dinner. 

On September 7, Jonathan Anderson and Tracy Margolies, of Loewe and Saks respectively, hosted an intimate dinner at Pace Gallery in celebration of the unveiling of collaborative windows and pop-ups at the Saks Fifth Avenue flagship location. Attending the event were a group of artists, actors, models, and tastemakers including Greta Lee, Tracee Ellis Ross, Myha'la Herrold, Meg Ryan, and Karlie Kloss, among others. 

Celebrating the launch of its Fall/Winter 2024 collection, Longchamp hosted a buzzy party at Location05 in Hudson Yards. The interactive event, inspired by the line of new silhouettes and colorways for the label's iconic Le Roseau bag, featured a myriad of activities, ranging from onsite makeup and nail art stations to a dance performance to several electrifying DJ sets. Guests and friends of the brand in attendance included Joey King, Coco Rocha, Dascha Polanco, Maren Morris, and Bianca Lawson, among others. 

At the beloved New York Public Library, friends of the brand gathered as J.Crew prepares to embark on an exciting new era as an extension of the label's already iconic history and core mission. Among the news presented at the dinner was an announcement that the J.Crew catalog is slated to make a major comeback. Actors, artists, musicians, and editors mingled over cocktails before sitting down to an intimate dinner within the hallowed halls of the legendary institution. Guests present at the affair included Laura Harrier, Riley Keough, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Ella Emhoff, Joan Smalls, Bowen Yang, and Sarah Paulson, among others.