Attention all fashionistas: New York Fashion Week 2025 has officially begun. Whether you’re coming into the city to take part in the festivities or you’re a resident who’s finally going to come outside to see what all the hype is about, you’re in for a treat.
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Not only will there be some serious street style from influencers who will take your breath away, but you might even catch a glimpse of some of your favorite Black celebs out and about at fashion shows or in between their next appearances. And while we know the party is just getting started, there are already a plethora of good looks that we just had to show you.
So keep reading for your next NYFW outfit inspo and check back with us through Sept. 16) to see some more stunning looks!
Oprah Winfrey
You can never go wrong with a black and white outfit and Oprah’s fit for the Ralph Lauren NYFW show just proves it! It’s a timeless fashion combo for a reason.
Usher
Usher may be the King of R&B, but at the Ralph Lauren NYFW show, he was the king of all things dapper!
Ariana DeBose
Angela Bassett might have done the thing once, but Ariana DeBose is taking all the things in this chocolate brown, sequined ensemble!
Ryan Destiny
One thing we can always bet on Ryan Destiny to do is serve us equal parts face and fashion. And this look for the Ralph Lauren show is yet another notch on that belt for her. We truly love to see it!
Gayle King
We love when Gayle King pops out for a little bit and we especially love it when she’s keeping it simple yet chic like she did for the Ralph Lauren NYFW show!
FIT Fashion Design NYFW Show
We can’t lie, these FIT Fashion Design Looks are so otherwordly and cool — we wouldn’t know where to wear them but darnit, they look good!
Style Across the Aisle Fashion Show
Even a few elected officials couldn’t help but indulge in NYFW activities, like NY Council Member Kevin Riley, who strutted his stuff for Style Across the Aisle’s show.
Style Across the Aisle Fashion Show
Fellow elected official Eddie Gibbs also took some time away from his civic duties to walk the runway for Style Across the Aisle and this color combo is giving every bit of spring in the fall!
Scot Louie- Street Style
Popular influencer and style expert Scot Louie showed us how he was getting ready to tackle the streets for NYFW in an “economical” yet super stylish, all-black fit.
Nylah Akua – Street Style for Miss Circle
Sporting an ethereal white Meshki dress, travel and style influencer Nyla Akua popped out during NYFW and served a serious look!
Jodie K Taylor – Street Style for Miss Circle
Influencer and corporate senior leader Jodie K Taylor stunned in a form-fitting white dress for Miss Circle’s NYFW kickoff event.
Audra McDonald for Michael Kors
Tony legend Audra McDonald stepped out in a sparkly ensemble for the Michael Kors show in New York and looked just as cool as all her awards.
Samira Ahmed for Michael Kors
Influencer Samira Ahmed stepped out for the Michael Kors show in a classic black trench and slick back ponytail, looking every bit of sophisticated.
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