Personality and Pride as the Creative Directors Take to the Runway for a Victory Lap at New York Fall 2025
While the runway is of course a stage for the collections themselves and the models who bring them to life, it’s also the home of another enduring fashion tradition: the creative director’s bow. Whether it’s a brief appearance or a full-on victory lap, this moment of celebration and acknowledgement offers a unique window into the face and personality behind a brand’s driving creative force – and can sometimes even rival the collection itself in terms of social media impact.
These personalities are part of a brand’s story, and it’s always intriguing and exciting to how a designer’s bow might reflect the character of the work they just showed: Anna Sui’s confident and charming smile, Michael Kors’ assured stride, Sergio Hudson’s celebration with his community, Ulla Johnson’s heartfelt thank you.
Dive in below to see all the memorable moments from the Fall 2025 menswear season as the creative directors emerged to take a well-deserved bow.
