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With a return to physical shows in September
following virtual fashion weeks earlier in the pandemic,
organisers are embracing a "new normal" mix of in-person and
digital presentations.
Designers like Michael Kors, Carolina Herrera and Christian
Siriano will present their latest creations live during the Feb.
11 - 16 event, according to IMG Fashion which runs New York
Fashion Week: The Shows.
Others like Badgley Mischka and Tadashi Shoji will provide
digital releases, all keen to capitalise on soaring demand for
luxury goods as customers splash out following lockdowns.
"It's the new normal. This season there will be indoor mask
wearing that'll be a requirement across all shows, proof of
vaccination, that will be a must," Noah Kozlowski, director of
designer relations and development at IMG Fashion, told Reuters.
"Those who are eligible to be boosted will be required to show
proof of doing so. If not, they'll have to provide a PCR test
within 48 hours or an Antigen test within six hours."
Like last season, guest lists are smaller with about 200
spectators expected on average.
"The biggest challenge will be for the decision makers of who
gets to attend the shows since across the board there will be
decreased capacities similar to what we saw last season,"
Kozlowski said.
Some designers are absent from the schedule. Tom Ford cancelled
his show while Thom Brown postponed his to April due to
COVID-19.
New York, which kicks off the seasonal catwalk calendar, is
known for established brands and newer streetwear labels.
"American fashion has never been as powerful as it (is) right
now," Women's Wear Daily style director Alex Badia said.
After New York, fellow fashion capitals London, Milan and Paris
also plan busy in-person show schedules.
(Reporting by Alicia Powell; Writing by Marie-Louise Gumuchian)
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