Day two of the Fall 2026 season of New York Fashion Week featured the CFDA’s packed schedule, showcasing the 45th anniversary collection of Michael Kors. Held at the Metropolitan Opera House, this monumental anniversary event attracted a star-studded front row, including Uma Thurman, Mary J. Blige, and Gabrielle Union-Wade, all gathered at this iconic New York venue for a collection that emphasized dramatic simplicity and reinvented wardrobe classics. The American designer presented feathered gowns, shimmering separates, and modern suiting down the red-carpeted runway. The grand finale was a surprise appearance by supermodel Christy Turlington, who closed the show in style.
Review of Michael Kors Collection Fall 2026
Read below the reactions of theFashionSpot’s forum members:
“Does this brand have ANY semblance of quality left in it? Why does everything look so cheap?” [Squizree]
“I think it’s truly one of the best of the past few years. I’m not saying it’s on the level of the early 2000s collections, but it felt more sumptuous, perhaps thanks to the setting. Christy’s appearance was phenomenal, pure elegance.” [fashionlov]
“Good collection. It’s not necessarily groundbreaking but it’s well balanced, quite chic. Happy 45th!” [Lola701]
“As you would expect, a lot of formal eveningwear with some styling that feels dated and very little daywear.” [imjustken]
“You can tell that this collection is ‘inspired’ by a lot of European houses. There is a little bit of PP’s Balenciaga, Burton’s Givenchy, Blazy’s Chanel, Mullier’s Alaia.. and a lot of Trotter’s Bottega. But I’m gonna say that his ‘interpretation’ is even better – it’s light, chic and so much more wearable.” [Rigida]
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