New creative director Veronica Leoni does it with restraint and sharp execution.
The brand had not shown a collection in six years. New creative director Veronica Leoni brought it back with restraint and sharp execution.
Calvin Klein is one of the most recognized names in American fashion. Its influence stretches from designer jeans to minimalist coats. Recent years saw it focused on marketing moments and collaborations. Now, it is returning to high fashion.
Leoni, known for her work at The Row, Celine, and Jil Sander, took charge. Her debut stayed true to the brand’s DNA. The collection focused on clean lines, strong tailoring, and subtle sex appeal.
“An ode to monumental minimalism. A distinct way of dressing. Freedom for women, liberation for men, versatility for today. Unadorned purity. Radical in elegance. Innate desirability. Heightened sophistication.”
This philosophy shaped the collection. The silhouettes were long, lean, and structured. Oversized coats draped effortlessly. Tailored suits delivered sharp precision. A dark navy trench, a crisp blazer dress, and structured knitwear anchored the lineup.
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Layering played a key role. Sheer blouses contrasted with heavy outerwear. Knitwear softened strict tailoring. The palette remained neutral: grays, creams, and navy with red slip dresses adding contrast.
Most models were fully covered. Long coats, pencil skirts, and fitted blazers set a professional tone. High-rise trousers and sleek black dresses referenced ’90s minimalism. But elements of seduction remained. A strapless white fringe dress moved with ease. A fitted bodice and flowing skirt blended restraint with allure.
Kendall Jenner in a knee-length overcoat and sleek slingbacks. Wall Street with style. The look captured the collection’s quiet sophistication.
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A mule from Fall 1999 returned with a refined shape. The CK One perfume bottle became a sleek evening clutch. A leather bomber nodded to a taxi driver. A shrunken jumper evoked a college student. A red dress symbolized the transition from work to night.
The guest list reflected the brand’s broad appeal. Kate Moss and Christy Turlington sat next to Greta Lee, Eve Hewson, and Bad Bunny. And Calvin Klein himself, now 82, attended to witness the brand’s return to the runway.
The fabrics felt rich. The tailoring was sharp. But the collection leaned on nostalgia.
Watch the full show below:
All photos from Calvin Klein
