By Danielle Kaye and Alicia Powell
NEW YORK, Sept 11 (Reuters) – Michael Kors unveiled his spring/summer 2027 collection during New York Fashion Week with bright pops of color and graphic stripes, inspired by the runway show’s setting at the Museum of Modern Art sculpture garden.
Models strutted across the marble floor on Friday wearing looks designed for a range of casual and formal warm-weather occasions, from one-shoulder evening gowns and professional two-piece sets to striped summer dresses.
“I love the tension of something sculptural with something very crisp,” Kors, who launched his namesake brand 45 years ago, told Reuters, citing the work of artists Carmen Herrera, Alexander Calder and Ellsworth Kelly as inspirations for the designs.
The line showcased a predominantly black and white palette — “it’s New York,” Kors said — but the collection was punctuated by moments of red, green and yellow. Several of the outfits were paired with Kors’ signature handbags.
Guests included actors Gabrielle Union-Wade, Grace Van Patten and “Glee” star Lea Michele.
Michael Kors’ parent company Capri Holdings cut its annual revenue forecast last month. It cited second-quarter inventory delays at the Michael Kors brand and softer demand for its pricey handbags and accessories due to conflict in the Middle East.
In a bid to drive a reset at Michael Kors, Capri has pulled back on promotions and focused on revamping its stores to drive direct-to-consumer sales at full price, while also investing in product innovation. Revenue at Michael Kors fell to $590 million in the quarter ended June 27, from $635 million a year earlier, marking the brand’s 15th consecutive quarter of sales declines.
New York Fashion Week is set to run through September 15.
(Reporting by Danielle Kaye and Alicia Powell in New York; Editing by Will Dunham)
