As summer comes to a close, September ushers in fashion month. The spring/summer 2026 runway season promises plenty of surprises, as fashion fans and insiders alike await debuts from designers at Chanel, Bottega Veneta, Versace, Loewe, Balenciaga, and more. Meanwhile, launches, capsule collections, and fall dressing are well underway. To kick things off, A$AP Rocky and Moncler Genius have teamed up for a retro-inspired skiwear collaboration. From headline-making fashion news to can’t-miss releases, here’s everything you need to know this month.
Moncler Genius Taps A$AP Rocky for New Collaboration
Who: Moncler Genius and A$AP Rocky
What: Collaboration
Where: Online at moncler.com
Why: Moncler Genius and multi-hyphenate artist A$AP Rocky have teamed up for an all-new, “high-octane” collaboration. Titled “Don’t Be Dumb: Be Genius,” the collection merges the Italian brand’s signature codes with the AWGE creative director’s eye for a retro, color-blocked sportswear aesthetic. The capsule was celebrated with a curated multi-sensory experience, featuring a vintage lounge pit and a moon-like futuristic landscape, where guests were transported back and forth through old and new.
Louis Vuitton and Grace Coddington Unveil a Cat-Themed Capsule Collection
Who: Louis Vuitton and Grace Coddington
What: Capsule collection
Where: Online at louisvuitton.com
Why: Louis Vuitton is all about traveling in style—whether that means a pair of silk pajamas, cozy cashmere, or a hand-painted monogrammed wallet. This fall, the French luxury house tapped Grace Coddington for an expedition-inspired capsule collection. The assortment also features playful cat motifs throughout, a tribute to Coddington’s iconic love for the animals.
Aimé Leon Dore Partners With The North Face on a Limited-Edition Collaboration
Who: Aimé Leon Dore and The North Face
What: Limited-edition collaboration
Where: Online at aimeleondore.com
Why: Leading outdoor brand The North Face has joined forces with Aimé Leon Dore, a New York City fashion favorite, to create a limited-edition collection blending the signature elements of both brands. Classic North Face styles are reinterpreted through Aimé Leon Dore’s refined lens—like the Denali jacket crafted entirely from nylon, and the Verto Alpine shoe reimagined in leather. The collection will be available online, at Aimé Leon Dore’s New York City and London stores, and at select The North Face locations across Asia.
Manolo Blahnik Releases a Marie Antoinette-Inspired Capsule Collection
Who: Manolo Blahnik
What: Marie Antoinette capsule collection
Where: Online at manoloblahnik.com
Why: Few collaborations have been as iconic as Manolo Blahnik’s creations for Sofia Coppola’s 2006 film, Marie Antoinette. The shoes brought an unabashed sense of fun and fantasy to the movie almost 20 years ago—and now, those shoes are available to shop. This month, the Victoria and Albert Museum and Manolo Blahnik present “Marie Antoinette Style,” an exhibition dedicated to exploring the monarch’s impact on fashion and design. To celebrate the occasion, the legendary footwear designer has released an 11-piece capsule collection inspired by the original Rococo-style pieces from the film.
La Ligne and Observed By Us Launch a Limited-Edition Capsule Collection
Who: La Ligne and Observed By Us
What: Limited-edition capsule collection
Where: Online at lalignenyc.com
Why: The perfect fall pajamas are finally here. La Ligne and Observed By Us—the brand founded by actress Kirsten Dunst and artist Jessica Herschko—have released a limited-edition capsule collection. The 10-piece collaboration features cozy-yet-elevated sleepwear designs, including a silk set, illustrated patterns, socks, and matching options for kids.
Valentino Garavani and Vans Release a Runway Collaboration
Who: Valentino Garavani and Vans
What: Collaboration
Where: Online at valentino.com
Why: Originally debuting on the fall 2025 runway in Paris, the Valentino Garavani and Vans collaboration has finally arrived. The collection seamlessly blends creative director Alessandro Michele’s pop-punk persona with Vans’ signature low-top canvas styles, even featuring a fresh take on the iconic checkerboard print.
Maison de Sabré Launches a New Signature Silhouette
Who: Maison de Sabré
What: The Palais Collection
Where: Online at maisondesabre.com
Why: Handcrafted from ultra-soft calf leather and inspired by seasonless wardrobe staples and the house’s signature codes, Maison de Sabré introduces its all-new handbag silhouette: The Palais Collection. The style is available in three sizes—perfect for travel, everyday wear, and as a petite bag charm.
Ralph Lauren Launches an In-App Styling Tool
Who: Ralph Lauren
What: AI styling tool
Where: On the Ralph Lauren app
Why: No matter where you are, you can now experience classic Ralph Lauren styling right in the palm of your hand. The iconic American retailer has officially launched its new in-app tool: “Ask Ralph,” a conversational AI shopping experience. Powered by Microsoft Azure OpenAI, the system draws entirely from the brand’s own database of styling techniques. Customers can prompt it with outfit queries including what to wear to a summer picnic, date-night ideas, or how to put a modern twist on a classic white button-down. Each result offers several styling options across multiple outfits, displaying suggested clothing both on-model and in-video.
Still Here Opens a New Boutique in Williamsburg
Who: Still Here
What: New boutique
Where: Williamsburg, Brooklyn
Why: New York-based denim brand Still Here has officially opened its third boutique in the city, nestled in the heart of Williamsburg. The location holds personal meaning for the Brooklyn-born and -raised co-founders, Sonia and Maurice Mosseri, who want each storefront to reflect its neighborhood. To complete their vision, the duo tapped the design firm Husband Wife for a minimalist feel.
Tuckernuck Collaborates With Barbour
Who: Tuckernuck and Barbour
What: Collaboration
Where: Online at tnuck.com
Why: It’s a meeting of minds—and style. Barbour brings its signature heritage and utilitarian edge to Tuckernuck with a fresh, floral twist on 11 limited-edition designs, available exclusively at the e-tailer. The collaboration celebrates a full-circle moment: Barbour was one of the very first brands carried by Tuckernuck. Now, with the opening of its new Upper East Side store on Madison Avenue this month, the partnership enters an exciting new chapter.
Chloe Fineman Teams Up With Mother
Who: Mother
What: Capsule collection
Where: Online at motherdenim.com
Why: Inspired by fashion icons like Twiggy, Chloe Fineman teams up with Mother Denim for a capsule collection fit for the Swinging Sixties. The collaboration features a classic pair of mid-wash cuffed mom jeans alongside retro non-denim options like a maroon vinyl set, pillbox hat, and floral socks. The vibrant motifs were also designed in partnership with Fineman’s sister, artist Emma Fineman.
Herbert Levine Drops Its Fall 2025 Collection With New Designer Trevor Houston
Who: Herbert Levine
What: Trevor Houston’s debut collection
Where: Online at mytheresa.com
Why: Nearly 50 years since the shuttering of Herbert Levine—the shoe brand once known for its “geisha” sandals and the celebrities whose feet it adorned—is back with a new creative director: Trevor Houston. The designer initially built his career across numerous houses including The Row, Khaite, Tory Burch, and Marc Jacobs. (You can even thank him for the ultra-viral The Row jelly flats—one of the most divisive and popular luxury shoes in recent years.) Now, Houston is ready to lead a house he has vocally admired for much of his professional career—and just in time for warm-weather wardrobes.