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Chanel Métiers d’Art 2026. Key Moments from the New York Show
What comes to mind when you think of a subway? For most people, it’s a busy and noisy place where everyone is rushing somewhere, minding their own business, waiting for a train, or just trying to get through the day. But the new creative director at Chanel saw it differently. Every year, Chanel’s Métiers d’Art show holds in different cities, and for the 2026 edition, Matthieu Blazy chose New York City. He picked an abandoned subway station in Manhattan as the venue and used it to unveil his second collection.
According Matthieu Blazy, the collection felt very character-driven, with each look telling its own story. Some outfits were inspired by a journalist from the ’70s, while others like the ’80s businesswoman ready to rule. All the details were carefully crafted to match each characters.
Photo: Getty images
Models didn’t walk the runway in the usual way. Instead, they appeared around the subway-themed space while some stepped out of the train and stood along the platform as if waiting for their ride. Others leaned against pillars or sat near the tracks. Their outfits were a mix of Chanel tweed sets, oversized coats, and pinstripe suits styled with hats. There were also bold pieces like animal-print skirt suits and denim-inspired sets.
The guest walked down the stairs and passed through turnstiles before entering into the platform that was used as the runway. The stairs became the red carpet. Brand ambassador Tilda Swinton made her entrance in a high-neck feathered top paired with tweed skirt. she accessorized with black pumps with a contrasting ivory trim.
Tilda Swinton: Getty images
Kristen Stewart, Riley Keough, and Tessa Thompson attended the show, along with Chanel’s new ambassadors Ayo Edebiri and A$AP Rocky. Each of them arrived in stylish outfits that almost competed with the looks on the runway. Here are a few of the best-dressed guests of the night.
Teyana Taylor
Teyana Taylor: Getty images
Teyana Taylor was present at the Chanel Métiers d’Art 2026 show. She wore a look from Chanel fall 2026 collection, which includes a feathery button down top in black, red, and white color, paired with a skirt in a matching hue. Accessories included dark sunglasses, a two-toned pair of shoes, and a white chained bag.
Ayo Edebiri
Ayo Edebiri: Getty images
Ayo graced the front row seat in a custom black‑and‑white tweed set. It consists of a midi-length wrap skirt with a slit on one side and matching jacket. The blazer had two large pockets at the bottom, a “C‑H‑A‑N‑E‑L”‑spelled buttons and a dramatic bow‑neck detail. She finished the look with a bowler hat, white cap‑toe pumps from the SS 2026 collection, and a quilted‑leather chain‑strap bag.
Kristen Stewart
Kristen Stewart: Getty images
This makes it the second time the actress dressed up in a tailored suit from Chanel this week. For the show, she wore a boxy cropped waistcoat layered over a tan V‑neck sweater vest, tucked into loose black trousers. She wrapped up with white‑toed heels and kept accessories minimal, wearing a chunky chain necklace with a lock pendant.
A$AP Rocky
A$AP Rocky: Getty images
A$AP wore a teal‑and‑brown Chanel jacket with structured shoulders, with bold red buttons and chunky piping trim layered over a white button‑down and a yellow tie. He paired the jacket with black trousers, cap‑toe brown loafers embossed with the Chanel logo, and carried a burgundy satchel plus a spherical cross‑body bag. Rocky completed the look with diamond studs and a large diamond pinky ring.
Angel Reese
Angel Reese: Getty images
The model wasn’t walking the runway, but that didn’t stop her from making a statement. She opted for an all-black outfit, a see-through knitted skirt and a transparent textured sweater. She tied the look with sheer tights, pointed-toe pumps, and a Chanel bag.
The Métiers d’Art 2026 show wasn’t the usual runway, models mingled, smiled, and moved in and out of a subway‑inspired set, turning a busy station into a playful fashion moment. From the models to the front-row stars, Chanel’s imprint was everywhere. Almost all the attendees opted for the two‑toned Chanel shoes, showing that this Métiers d’Art show left its mark both on the runway and the red carpet.
Trends that dominated 2016 are firmly back in the forefront in 2026, creating nostalgic style moments from casual streetwear to the runway. This is an unexpected throwback to the past for fashion. The mid-2010s are being channelled by designers, influencers, and A-list celebrities with stylish modern twists, demonstrating that what was once retro is now surprisingly relevant.
2016 fashion — image @shutterstock
Famous wardrobe essentials like chokers, off-the-shoulder tops, baseball caps, and graphic tees pieces that flooded festival fashion ten years ago, are now redesigned for 2026 and are at the front of this comeback. To update these looks beyond their initial casual vibe, stylists advise wearing chokers with layered necklaces and off-the-shoulder tops with fitted pants.
Celebrities are actively participating in the throwback trend. Social media has erupted with a 2016 throwback challenge, seeing stars like Kylie Jenner, Lucy Hale and Eva Longoria revisiting flannel shirts, mirrored sunglasses and distressed denim, classic hallmarks of 2016’s carefree aesthetic.
Hailey Bieber in 2016 fashion — Image @Shutterstock
Royal influence hasn’t been ignored either. Princess Kate has inspired fashion fans by reviving her 2016 British Vogue cover look, particularly the suede trench coat, as a must-have transitional piece for the season.
High fashion is experiencing nostalgia as well. Many Spring/Summer collections pay homage to the spirit of the decade, embracing colorful accessories and streetwear influences that ruled runways ten years ago, even as designers continue to push forward.
Taylor Swift is seen walking in Soho on May 1, 2016 in New York City. — Image @Gettyimage
The return of 2016 fashion is more than just a throwback; it’s a sign of a renewed desire for carefree, expressive, and authentic style, and it serves as a reminder that fashion cycles are dynamic rather than static.
Ralph Lauren is more than a brand; it’s a style institution. For over six decades, the American designer has shaped what “classic cool” looks like, combining rugged utility, Ivy League prep, and luxury refinement into a singular fashion language. This fall, Lauren brought that legacy straight to the global stage with a highly talked-about Men’s Fall 2026 Collection presented at Milan Fashion Week, his first dedicated menswear show in years, and a clear sign that Ralph’s vision remains at the center of fashion.
Ralph Lauren Men’s Fall 2026 Collection — Instagram
The collection is like a story unfolding through the many ways men live and dress. At its core, Fall 2026 channels authentic American style, but with a lively, modern twist. Expect rough textures, deep earth tones, and simple, easy-to-wear tailoring that looks effortless but is carefully considered. Pieces range from vintage‑tinted rugby shirts with bold stripes to loose denim and classic camouflage, honoring the brand’s iconic Polo roots.
Ralph Lauren Men’s Fall 2026 Collection — Instagram
As the show evolved, so did the mood: Ivy League checks and regiment‑style coats gave way to solid wools, herringbone weaves, and forest greens. There’s a witty mix of workwear practicality and clean cuts, a checked suit paired with duck boots one minute, a plush camel cashmere overcoat the next.
Ralph Lauren Men’s Fall 2026 Collection — Instagram
Textures play a key role. Imagine leather jackets that have been worn in, suede jackets with fringe, soft fleeces, and intarsia knits that balance comfort and refinement, perfect for everyday wear. Oversized coats and baggy trousers bring a relaxed charm, rooted in tradition yet wholly fresh.
Ralph Lauren Men’s Fall 2026 Collection — Instagram
This season is different because refinement and relaxed style go hand in hand. The easygoing look of Polo and the crisp details of Purple Label come together to create an outfit that feels both true to the brand and as stylish as it would have been in the 1990s.
Ralph Lauren Men’s Fall 2026 Collection — Instagram
The Fall 2026 Milan Men’s Fashion Week kicked off on January 16 and will run through January 20, taking place in Milan, Italy. From day one, the event has brought together designers, industry insiders, and stars from the entertainment world. Guests like Colman Domingo and Nick Jonas, along with other celebrities, have been seen showing up in sharp tailored suits. So far, the street style outside has become one of the highlights of the show, alongside the runway presentations indoors.
Photographed by Acielle Tanbetova, guests outside the venues were seen in a variety of outfits, but one thing many had in common was jackets and coats. From long overcoats to tailored jackets and trench coats, outerwear played a major role in men’s styling this season, influenced by the winter weather in Milan. Some layered knit sweaters over tailored suits. Others leaned into a more casual look, pairing jeans or plain trousers with coats or leather jackets.
Photographed by Acielle / Style Du Monde
Neutral palettes were popular across many outfits, with shades like grey, brown, and beige. Deeper colors like dark burgundy appeared in suits and paired with black coats, adding contrast. Accessories like vintage scarves were tied around the neck, while caps, patterned ties, crossbody bags, and glasses tied many outfit together.
The Fall 2026 Milan Menswear street style showed how men layered outfits with different textures. From classic suits to casual combinations finished with detailed accessories.
See below for some of the best-dressed street style from the Fall 2026 Milan Menswear shows.
Photographed by Acielle / Style Du Monde
Photographed by Acielle / Style Du Monde
Photographed by Acielle / Style Du Monde
Photographed by Acielle / Style Du Monde
Photographed by Acielle / Style Du Monde
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