A schedule defined by debuts, returns, and a renewed sense of American fashion’s direction
The Council of Fashion Designers of America has released the preliminary official schedule for New York Fashion Week Fall 2026, outlining a six-day program that underscores both continuity and evolution within the American fashion landscape. The season opens on Feb. 11 at noon with Rachel Scott’s highly anticipated runway debut for Proenza Schouler and concludes on Feb. 16 at 5 p.m. with a final slot yet to be announced. In total, more than 60 runway shows and presentations are planned, with additional collections unfolding digitally and by appointment—reflecting a flexible, hybrid approach that has become intrinsic to the city’s fashion rhythm.
The schedule balances established powerhouses with a notable influx of new voices. Returning names such as Calvin Klein Collection, Carolina Herrera, Coach, Michael Kors, Tory Burch, Khaite, and LaQuan Smith anchor the week, while first-time additions—including Seven For All Mankind under creative director Nicola Brognano, Cult Gaia, Caroline Zimbalist, and Alix of Bohemia—signal continued experimentation and expansion. Ralph Lauren will present his Fall 2026 collection a day ahead of the official start, while Public School and Derek Lam, under creative director Robert Rodriguez, mark notable homecomings. Evening shows punctuate the calendar, reinforcing New York’s role as both a commercial and cultural stage.
Beyond the runway, the CFDA’s ongoing infrastructure initiatives continue to shape the week’s global reach. The NYFW Fund, launched in 2022, has supported international editors and retailers across eight seasons, while the Google Shopping–backed NYFW Shuttle enters its fourth year, streamlining logistics with a reduced environmental footprint. As CFDA director of fashion week initiatives Joseph Maglieri observed, “The New York Fashion Week season finds designers and their businesses meeting challenges and changes head on.There is a spirit of independence, zealous creativity and a commitment to community to forge ahead.” Taken together, the Fall 2026 lineup reads as a confident statement: American fashion, resilient and pluralistic, remains focused on the future while embracing the momentum of now.