Vogue Business has published its Spring/Summer 2027 lookback, a webinar that reviews SS27 fashion month from New York to Paris. The season, its editors say, was defined by a sharp contrast between wearable, real-world clothing and designers willing to take creative risks.
A Season of Contrasts
More than a year into what the publication calls fashion’s creative reset, the latest collections gave a clearer picture of where the luxury ecosystem is heading. Designers are working through shifting leadership and ongoing industry departures, while also facing the challenge of defining a brand’s identity in a changing market. Those pressures were visible on the runways, where commercial pragmatism sat alongside more provocative statements.
Editors Weigh In
The discussion brought together four senior voices: Nicole Phelps, global director of Vogue Business and Vogue Runway; editorial director Elektra Kotsoni; executive editor Hilary Milnes; and chief international correspondent Luke Leitch. Together they examined the defining moments of the season and the brands that stood out.
The panel also looked at the practical realities shaping what designers sent down the runway, the most provocative ideas of the season, and the strategic takeaways likely to steer the industry in the coming months. For retailers, investors and brand leaders, the conversation offers a lens on how creative direction and commercial demands are being balanced.
Readers who missed the live session can watch the full webinar on Vogue’s website. Vogue Business has also published related coverage, including takeaways from Milan and Paris fashion weeks, a ranking of the most-viewed SS27 shows on Vogue Runway, and an analysis of which brands won fashion month on social media. Details of upcoming webinars are available on the Vogue Business Events Hub.