From Vietnam, Hulos Prive brought a striking collection of flowing fabrics, all handmade with intricate beading and embroidery. Their vibrant use of color flowed beautifully with Chinese designer Yu Yuan, who paid homage to traditional Chinese fashion with luxurious silk garments. Blending cultural heritage with modern quirks and appreciation added a richness to their airy shows. 

Jamaican designer Glenroy March of D’Marsh Couture created a line of clothes that sharply contrasted in a tasteful, sophisticated manner with their collection, “The Raven.” The stunning, all-black line is crafted from natural fibers, making each piece in the collection standout for its astute elegance. Its sharp yet clean silhouettes speak to both the raw beauty and refined luxury of fashion, mixing simplistic concepts with bold outcomes. The timeless designs looked beautifully compelling on the models, who walked with a mysteriously passionate purpose. Embodying the power, complexity, and intelligence of a raven, the music assisted in filling the room with intensity by keeping a consistent beat, along with an occasional raven caw calling throughout the space. 

Hosted by the China Institute in America, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting Chinese culture, this NYFW event stands out not only for the impeccable style, but for the atmosphere and purpose of the event. Making the space inclusive for everyone to be welcomed was celebrated, having a diverse crowd of models, designers, and fashion enthusiasts. By having attendees such as cultural icon Yue-Sai Kan, often referred to as “The Most Famous Woman in China,” present elevated the prestige of the evening. As a cultural ambassador, Kan’s attendance bridged the gap between Eastern and Western fashion, and was a significant appearance for the night. Moments such as these during NYFW continue to push boundaries, creating opportunities for new voices and narratives to shine on an international stage, connecting with those even at the highest levels in various industries. 

Supporting this show were Dash Talents leaders RoRo Yone, Noel Calubaquib, and Yelena Scheidler. Their models, including Camila Nunez, Gabrielle Davis, Gia Kokenyei, Ibrahima Kane, Jade Jonah, Laura Powell, and Rachel Clevinger walked the runway, helping in bringing D’Marsh Couture’s “The Raven” collection to life. Their presence combined with the collaborative spirit of all designers, teams, crews, and productions of the show, made this NYFW show a defining moment for the season. 

The collaboration of all designers and the Chinese Institute delivers a powerful statement of our shared and differing experiences, encouraging unity when weaving together all the various elements of our cultures. D’Marsh Couture’s “The Raven” collection, along with the work of Hulos Privé and Yu Yuan raises excitement in the ever changing global power of fashion, helping in merging cultures into one platform together. This NYFW event was a testament to this vision, setting a new precedent for future fashion events to come.

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