“Model off duty” looks — laid-back, I-just-threw-this-on outfits often consisting of jeans and a T-shirt — are a ubiquitous staple of fashion week street style. But this season at the Spring 2027 shows in New York City, it seemed the entire fashion community collectively decided to say, “Fuck it,” and dress down. (To be fair, early September is notoriously hot and humid in NYC, and jorts really are a practical garment.)
Showgoers swapped heels for sensible flats, loafers, ballet sneakers, low-profile trainers, thong sandals and all manner of boots (cowboy, construction, Chelsea — you name it). Breezy skirts, oversized Bermuda shorts, baggy jeans rolled down at the waist, denim skirts and, yes, jorts served as the grounding focal points for most looks. Graphic T-shirts, ribbed tank tops and easy button-downs were popular top choices.
This laissez-faire approach to personal style extended to showgoers’ beauty choices, too: The most-worn looks included tousled waves, natural curls, center parts and low ponytails, usually appearing in combination with no-makeup makeup.
Keep scrolling to see the dressed-down street style looks from outside the Spring 2027 shows in New York.
On the street at New York Fashion Week. Photo: Launchmetrics Spotlight
On the street at New York Fashion Week. Photo: Launchmetrics Spotlight
