Cinq à SeptFall/Winter 2026: La Célébration
On Wednesday, February 11th at 4:00 PM, Cinq à Sept made a defining statement at New York Fashion Week with its first-ever runway show at the Prince George Ballroom. Titled La Célébration, the Fall/Winter 2026 presentation marked the brand’s tenth anniversary a moment rooted in reflection, femininity, and a quiet rock-and-roll rebellion that has long defined its DNA.
At first look, it was clear this was more than a runway debut. It was an homage.
The Young People’s Chorus of New York City performed live as models walked, filling the ballroom with 1970s classics from Fleetwood Mac, The Doobie Brothers, Steely Dan, The Beatles, Bee Gees, and more. The music infused the collection with warmth and nostalgia, underscoring the tension between softness and edge that carried throughout the show.
Fall 2026 channels the untamed poetry of folk rock with a modern revival of opulence. Cascading ruffles, gilded embroidery, and romantic pussy-bow blouses contrasted against sheer silhouettes, plunging necklines, and raised hemlines. Silk trimmed in lace met regal gold brocade. Plush faux furs softened structured tailoring. It was femininity with intention — never passive, always aware.
The color palette grounded the collection in ochre, deep burgundy, olive green, and ivory, punctuated by confident bursts of poppy red and saturated blue. A silk lace-trimmed empire-waist dress with an ankle-grazing hem evoked romantic nostalgia, while a floor-length skirt paired with a cinched-waist jacket introduced sharp structure.
Vegan naplak leather appeared throughout, sometimes doubled into sets, other times layered over softer silhouettes, creating a dialogue between fluidity and control. Gold brocade transformed across silhouettes: first as a slinky slip dress, then as an empire-waist gown with intricate bodice beadwork and tiered skirting, and finally as a dramatic ballgown skirt styled with a leather bomber jacket. That tension, elegance meeting rebellion defined the rhythm of the runway.
Billowing floral and lace maxi dresses delivered effortless bohemian ease, while jeweled embellishments elevated bra tops and high-waisted trousers. Faux fur jackets and stoles added a luxurious finish. Cinched-hem genie pants, leather micro shorts, and lace-trim boxers refreshed classic styling codes with a subtle wink.
Accessories grounded the looks with intention. Pointed lace-up booties, chunky square-toe knee-high boots, and heeled loafers added edge, while classic pumps and T-straps anchored the offering in timeless femininity.
Notable guests in attendance included Olivia Palermo, Sai De Silva, Tina Leung, Ezra William, Campbell “Pookie” Puckett, Venetia & Natasha Alia, Chloe King, Coco & Kaye Bassey, Serena Goh, Krystal Bick, and Courtney Halverson — a front row reflective of the brand’s loyal and style-savvy community.
Beauty and production partners enhanced the overall experience. Oribe led hair under Kien Hoang, Love Craft Beauty directed makeup under Francelle Daly, Sundays Studio perfected nails, and The Perfect One handled skincare. The Jewelry Library accessorized the collection, while Commando provided undergarments. Production was led by Eyesight Group, with lighting design by Thierry Dreyfus, styling by Natasha Royt, and casting by Shawn Dezan of SD Casts.
La Célébration honored a decade of Cinq à Sept, a brand named for the liminal hours between late afternoon and early evening, when possibility lingers in golden light. Fall/Winter 2026 captured that exact mood: nostalgia without imitation, romance without fragility, and rebellion without chaos.
Ten years in, Cinq à Sept proved that evolution does not mean abandoning identity. It means refining it and stepping confidently into what comes next.
Photo credits: PJonas Gustavsson, Firstview