Even More of the Best Celeb Looks From New York Fashion Week

Offset, Coco Jones and Kerry Washington are just a few of the stars who were out in NYC to get a sneak peek at the hottest fashion on the runway

Yes, the days are getting shorter and kids are going back to school, but in New York City, the start of September is all about style when the hottest designers take over the city for New York Fashion Week.

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But don’t get it twisted, Fashion Week isn’t just about great style, it’s also the best place to have some serious star sightings. Off-White, 3.1 Phillip Lim and Coach are just some of the brands that brought out the hottest Black celebrities to check out their Spring/Summer 2025 ready-to-wear collections.

These are some of the best Black celebrity looks from the New York Fashion Week SS2025 shows.

Kerry Washington

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The always fashionable “Unprisoned” star Kerry Washington wears a chic half suit to the Michael Kors show.

Amaka Hamelijnck

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Dutch/Nigerian influencer Amaka Hamelijnck pairs a flowy cape with a wide leg jean at the Cos show.

Nicole Ari Parker

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Actress Nicole Ari Parker looks runway ready in a sheer skirt and turtleneck sweater at the Michael Kors show.

Offset

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Offset walked the runway at the Melitta Baumeister Spring/Summer 2025 fashion show

Rihanna

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The Alaïa show at the Guggenheim Museum started over 30 minutes late when Ri made a surprise appearance.

Leon Bridges

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Singer/songwriter Leon Bridges does denim well at the 3.1 Phillip Lim ready-to-wear show.

Shonda Rhimes

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Writer/producer Shonda Rhimes does basics beautifully in an off-the-shoulder top at the Carolina Herrera ready-to-wear show.

Jayson Tatum

Photo: Getty Images Gilbert Flores/WWD

The Coach Spring 2025 ready-to-wear show brought out all of the stars, including Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum.

Victoria Monet & Coco Jones

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Bel Air star Coco Jones and singer Victoria Monét keep it cutesy at the Off-White show in Brooklyn.

Raekwon & Ghostface Killah

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Wu Tang Clan members Raekwon and Ghostface Killah represented Staten Island at the Tommy Hilfiger fashion show, held on a former Staten Island Ferry boat.

Storm Reid

Storm Reid at Coach RTW Spring 2025 as part of New York Ready to Wear Fashion Week held at The High Line on September 9, 2024 in New York, New York. Photo: Getty Images Gilbert Flores/Variety

We’re loving Storm Reid’s playful plaid skirt and kitten heels at the Coach Spring 2025 show.

Flavor Flav

Photo: Getty Images Michael Loccisano

Fresh off his trip to the Paris Olympics, Flavor Flav took in the sights at the Off-White fashion show in Brooklyn.

Gabby Thomas

Photo: Getty Images Gilbert Carrasquillo

After earning three gold medals at the Summer Olympic Paris, Team USA track star Gabby Thomas stuns in a double-breasted blazer at Tommy Hilfiger.

Questlove

Photo: Getty Images Gilbert Flores

Questlove kept the Staten Island Ferry rocking, playing all of the hits at the Tommy Hilfiger Spring 2025 show.

Tika Sumpter

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Actress Tika Sumpter was spotted in a sexy all-black maxi dress at the 3.1 Phillip Lim show.

Jordan Clarkson

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NBA player Jordan Clarkson makes khakis look cool at the Tommy Hilfiger fashion show.

Issa Rae & Lena Waithe

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Hollywood heavy-hitters Issa Rae and Lena Waithe at the Off-White Spring 2025 show.

Frances Tiafoe

Photo: Getty Images Gilbert Flores/WWD

After a strong showing at the U.S. Open, tennis star Frances Tiafoe shows off his style at the Off-White Spring 2025 show at Brooklyn Bridge Park.

Coco Jones

Photo: Getty Images Gilbert Flores/WWD

Can we please talk about this gorgeous belted trench worn by Coco Jones at the Coach Spring 2025 show?

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