Calvin Klein Just Made Its NYFW Return With a New Designer, '90s Supermodels, and Kendall Jenner

One of the buzziest events of New York Fashion Week fall/winter 2025 has, undoubtedly, been the return of Calvin Klein Collection to the runway. The iconic fashion house just staged its first show since the spring/summer 2019 season with a new creative director—Veronica Leoni. The NYFW schedule has been dominated by smaller brands in recent years, so when something as high profile and significant as a Calvin Klein Collection comeback occurs, the excitement is palpable.

A slew of celebrities and supermodels were in attendance, and even Kendall Jenner—who rarely walks the NYFW runways anymore—was part of the model lineup, wearing a wide-shouldered maxi coat and patent-leather flats. Reviews for Leoni's debut collection were strong, so let's hope that Calvin Klein Collection becomes a NYFW fixture once again. Read on for more details about everything from the trends that made their way down the runway to the familiar faces on the front row.

The New Designer

Leoni, the first female creative director for the brand, has lent her design skills to Céline, The Row, and Jil Sander (to name a few) over the years. Leoni's designs stayed true to Calvin Klein's signature minimalism but had a softer, less stark touch. It was clear that her goal was to stay true to the brand's aesthetic while giving it her own personal touch and point of view. Calvin Klein himself was even in attendance to support the brand, which is a sign that Leoni has his stamp of approval.

The Guest List

In addition to Klein and Anna Wintour, of course, '90s supermodels Kate Moss and Christy Turlington were in attendance to show their support along with Elsa Hosk, Greta Lee, Nara Smith, and many more very stylish and famous guests.

Pictured: Christy Turlington, Calvin Klein, and Kate Moss

Pictured: Nara Smith and Elsa Hosk

Pictured: Anna Wintour, Calvin Klein, and Kelly Rector

Pictured: Cooper Koch, Greta Lee, and Alexander Skarsgård

Pictured: Bad Bunny

The Softer Side of Calvin Klein

In general, Calvin Klein hasn't always been seen as soft and pretty, but this season, there was a noticeable shift toward this aesthetic. Satin, pastels, and off-the-shoulder silhouettes were just a few of the romantic touches that merged with the brand's signature minimalism.

The Expert Outerwear

Given that this is the fall/winter 2025 season, a plethora of outerwear is to be expected, and Leoni aced it. She sent sharp-shouldered maxi coats, dramatic capes, sharp blazers, and oversize trenches down the runway, all of which are sure to set off a wait-list frenzy until they hit stores.

The Flat-Shoe Trends

If you're a flat-shoe person, there's some good news: The majority of the models came down the runway wearing trendy flat shoes. Below, you'll see slipper mules, oxfords, chunky moccasins, and satin and white leather ballet flats with turned-up toes. Calvin Klein hasn't always been known for its shoes, but that's about to change.