Dennis Basso Fall/Winter 2026: An Ode to New York at Night
On Monday afternoon, inside The Columbus Foundation on the Upper East Side, Dennis Basso reminded us why New York evenings will always belong to women who understand presence. Fall/Winter 2026 wasn’t about spectacle. It was about that electric hour in New York, the moment when the city feels dressed for itself. When the final glance in the mirror matters. When the sound of heels hitting pavement becomes a declaration.
Inspired by the timeless elegance of Nan Kempner, C.Z. Guest, and Pat Buckley, this collection honors women who knew that style is not noise, but rather composure. It’s discipline. It’s quiet power. And Dennis Basso understands that woman.
The Ritual of Stepping Out
This season celebrated the ritual. The anticipation. The transformation.
Silhouettes ranged from form-fitting cocktail dresses to sleek turtleneck and strapless gowns. Wide-leg trousers balanced slim, elongated sleeves. Soft drapery met architectural structure. The result was femininity with backbone, elegant, but never fragile.
The fabrics carried the mood of the night. Luminous gazar and silk brocade shimmered under light. Rich velvet and classic tweed grounded the collection in tradition. Fluid silk charmeuse and ethereal chiffon moved with intention. Handmade embroidery and delicate feathers added subtle drama without overwhelming the woman wearing it.
Because at Dennis Basso, the woman is always the focus.
Fur, Glamour, and New York Discipline
The furs were unapologetically glamorous. Cropped jackets. Sweeping full-length capes. Statement coats in mink, sable, and chinchilla. They didn’t whisper luxury, they embodied it. And yet, there was restraint. Discipline. That New York sharpness.
Basso paid homage to the city not just in inspiration, but in execution. The collection is proudly made in NYC, a detail that matters. Several pieces also reflect his continued commitment to accessibility through Dennis by Dennis Basso for QVC, extending elegance beyond the front row.
A Love Letter to the City
Fall/Winter 2026 is an ode to New York at night-its glamour, its structure, its possibility. It’s about the woman who illuminates a room without raising her voice. The woman who understands that confidence is the most powerful accessory.
In attendance were Rosanna Scotto, Dashley Lopez, Kalita Hon, Sarah Cuervo, Norka Vasquez, and Annette Pramono, women who embody that very energy.
Dennis Basso doesn’t chase trends.
He dresses the woman who already knows who she is.
And in New York, especially at night, that woman will always be in style.
Photo Credits: DEN KOSHERBAYEV