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In a sunlit gallery in Tribeca, Ralph Lauren reminded the fashion world of his enduring power to evoke emotion through design. With a Fall 2025 collection that blended moody elegance with romantic whimsy, Lauren offered a masterclass in how to stay timeless while moving forward. Held at the Jack Shainman Gallery, the intimate runway show drew a glowing guest list, including Sarah Catherine Hook, Anne Hathaway, Ryan Destiny, Sadie Sink, Kacey Musgraves, and Ariana DeBose—all dressed in anticipation of an unforgettable afternoon.
The contrast between the setting and the clothes was no accident. Where the Spring/Summer 2025 show took place at golden hour in the Hamptons, Fall’s backdrop was awash in clean light. The gallery’s white marble columns and pale wooden floors created a serene atmosphere that allowed each piece to shine, particularly as the midday sun poured through expansive windows. And what unfolded was an affair in deep jewel tones, opulent fabrics, and theatrical romance.
Lauren’s woman has always been confident, independent, and dreamlike. This season, she returned with even more mystique—appearing in flowing velvet gowns, embroidered evening jackets, and rich textures that flirted with both drama and restraint. A deep royal purple dominated the collection, turning up in statement blazers and floor-grazing dresses. From the moment the first model descended the staircase, it was clear that Lauren wasn’t merely looking to the past—he was reinterpreting it.
Drawing inspiration from the 17th and 18th centuries, the collection featured frilled lace collars, ruffled blouses, and slim trousers paired with tall leather boots. There was a storybook quality to it all—like scenes pulled from a period drama. But in Lauren’s hands, the romanticism felt contemporary and wearable, grounded in expert tailoring and thoughtful styling. Nothing ever tipped into costume; instead, it was a dreamscape firmly rooted in reality.
This sense of romantic nostalgia carried into his reinterpretation of the dandy archetype. Long a motif in fashion, the dandy—polished, detail-driven, slightly rebellious—was reimagined through the lens of modern femininity. Oversized velvet blazers with delicate pinstripes and high-neck lace blouses challenged the idea of what power dressing can be. The craftsmanship was exquisite, as expected, but there was also a boldness in Lauren’s willingness to disrupt familiar silhouettes.
With the Costume Institute’s upcoming Superfine: Tailoring Black Style exhibition set to open alongside the 2025 Met Gala, the timing of Lauren’s tailored elegance couldn’t be more prescient. His use of lace, embroidery, and layering paid tribute not only to classical fashion tropes but also to the evolving conversation around identity, heritage, and personal style. It was an homage wrapped in luxury—a nod to history and a toast to what lies ahead.
Ralph Lauren’s continued relevance lies not in reinvention, but in refinement. While many designers chase trends, Lauren has always chased feeling. For nearly six decades, his collections have romanticized a world that’s polished yet real, sophisticated yet accessible. With Fall 2025, he didn’t pivot to shock or chase novelty. Instead, he leaned into what he knows best—elegance, warmth, and a touch of dreamlike drama.
And so, in a quiet sunlit room in New York City, Lauren once again delivered what few designers can: a collection that feels like a love letter. To fashion, to history, and to the woman who wears his clothes not just for style, but for the story. As guests filed out, smiles lingering and phones buzzing with front-row photos of DeBose and Sink, one thing was clear—romance isn’t dead. In fact, at Ralph Lauren, it’s just getting started.
