Tommy Hilfiger brought a high-energy, A-list spectacle to the historic Plaza Hotel in Midtown Manhattan this Thursday, proving once again that the brand remains a staple of New York Fashion Week. The event drew a massive crowd of onlookers and around 100 photographers to the entrance, all vying for a glimpse of the celebrities arriving for the September 10 showcase.
The front row was packed with notable figures, including Kate Moss, Camila Cabello, Patrick Schwarzenegger, and former Knicks star Carmelo Anthony. The atmosphere was electric, with fans outside cheering for K-pop star Jisoo, while inside, the excitement was palpable as celebrities like Lisa Rinna and actor Lukas Gage greeted one another. Other prominent guests included singer Coco Jones, actress Madelaine Petsch, Leni Klum, and Michael Rainey Jr.
Hilfiger leaned into the spirit of the city by hosting several local favorites, including New York Knicks stars and NBA Finals champions Josh Hart, Miles McBride, and Karl-Anthony Towns, who attended alongside his wife, Jordyn Woods. They were joined by “Love Island USA” winner Trinity Tatum, all of whom were celebrated by New Yorkers throughout the summer of 2026.
The runway show itself featured a quintessential preppy aesthetic, characterized by bright colors and an effortlessly cool, lived-in feel. Models showcased faded logos on sweatshirts and dresses, along with layered jackets and button-down shirts featuring slightly loosened ties. The collection also signaled the return of the popped collar and the layered polo look, with multiple collars visible at once.
Supermodel Gigi Hadid opened the presentation, wearing an oversized beige blazer paired with a white shirt, bright tomato-red trousers, and a navy bucket hat. As the show neared its conclusion, the string quartet providing the musical backdrop transitioned into an instrumental version of Jay-Z and Alicia Keys’ “Empire State of Mind,” prompting Towns and Anthony to sing along from their front-row seats.
Viral musical artist Slayyyter provided a surprise performance, singing her hit “Unknown Loverz” before launching into her upbeat track “DANCE…” as the models completed their final walk. Romeo Beckham, son of David and Victoria Beckham, closed the show sporting a red-and-black plaid ensemble, marking another high-profile runway appearance following his recent work in London.
The designer himself made a memorable exit, running down the runway with his fluffy white dog leading the way. Hilfiger paused briefly to kiss his wife before concluding the event, cementing a show that successfully blended high-fashion sensibilities with the vibrant, star-powered energy of New York City. The report also notes that there’s nothing Tommy Hilfiger can’t do, nEW YORK – Concrete jungle where dreams are made of. The report also notes that hoping to catch a glimpse of one of the massive stars in attendance Sept, a gaggle of onlookers and perhaps 100 photographers crowded the entrance. The report also notes that as is the double (and at times triple) polo look, with multiple collars peeking through, and prepare yourselves: The popped collar is back. The report also notes that for his closing bow, Hilfiger literally ran out with his big, fluffy white dog propelling him forward as he waved to the crowd, stopping to kiss his wife on the way out.
