Cult Gaia debuts at NYFW with menswear

This season of New York Fashion Week has been defined by notable runway debuts_ pointing at somewhat of a revival for the Big Apple_s industry_ which has struggled in the backdrop of its global counterparts in Paris and Milan.

Among the names taking to the event for the first time was Cult Gaia_ an intrinsically LA brand that draws on the past for its contemporary_ often architectural designs.

This season of New York Fashion Week has been defined by notable runway debuts_ pointing at somewhat of a revival for the Big Apple_s industry_ which has struggled in the backdrop of its global counterparts in Paris and Milan.

Among the names taking to the event for the first time was Cult Gaia_ an intrinsically LA brand that draws on the past for its contemporary_ often architectural designs.

Designer Jasmin Larian_ who founded the label back in 2012_ seemingly sought to elevate this identity for the NFYW audience. The AW26 collection brought together outerwear_ tailoring_ gowns and more casual attire to serve as a complete wardrobe.

Dresses_ for example_ were presented as statement pieces_ many found in highly structural materials_ from dramatic pleating to floor-sweeping tassels. Elsewhere_ jackets and coats took on more structured shapes_ either cocooning the body or wrapping it in a weighty fur.

It was also the first time Larian explored menswear. For this_ she translated signature codes from Cult Gaia_s tailoring for the male silhouette_ updating the looks with bold shoulders and boxy cuts. One co-ord set adopted a plisse material_ while another saw geometric_ origami-like shapes adorn an oversized suit.

The overarching colour palette was a one rich in prominent hues_ spanning everything from deep burgundies_ chocolate browns and extravagant mauves_ to olive greens_ bright blues and subtle purples.