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New York Fashion Week (NYFW) is a semi-annual fashion event held in Manhattan, New York City, featuring international fashion collections for buyers, press, and the public[2].
Key Details
- Frequency: Semi-annually (February and September)
- Founded: 1943 by Eleanor Lambert
- Duration: Typically 7-9 days
- Significance: One of the “Big Four” global fashion weeks, alongside Paris, London, and Milan[2]
Historical Origins
The first NYFW, originally called “Press Week”, was created during World War II to showcase American fashion designers and draw attention away from French fashion when international travel was restricted[2]. Initially, it helped American designers gain recognition in fashion magazines like Vogue, which previously focused predominantly on French designs.
Modern NYFW Experience
The contemporary NYFW includes:
- Runway shows by renowned designers like Marc Jacobs, Ralph Lauren, and Michael Kors[3]
- Presentations for both men’s and women’s clothing lines
- Online events and digital experiences
- Emerging designer showcases[3]
Attendance and Impact
- Approximately 200,000 people attend NYFW annually
- The event generates around $400 million in economic activity
- Attendees include designers, celebrities, and social media influencers[2][4]
Recent Trends
Designers have been experimenting with innovative formats, such as:
- “See now, buy now” models allowing immediate purchase of runway items
- Virtual and online fashion shows
- Collaborative presentations to reduce costs[2][3]
Citations
[1] https://nyfw.com [2] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_York_Fashion_Week [3] https://fashionweekonline.com/new-york/schedule [4] https://ru.wikipedia.org/wiki/%D0%9D%D0%B5%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BB%D1%8F_%D0%BC%D0%BE%D0%B4%D1%8B_%D0%B2_%D0%9D%D1%8C%D1%8E-%D0%99%D0%BE%D1%80%D0%BA%D0%B5 [5] https://www.harpersbazaar.com/uk/new-york-fashion-week/ [6] https://nyfw.com/schedule/ [7] https://cfda.com/fashion-calendar/official-nyfw-schedule [8] https://www.instagram.com/nyfw/
