With this year’s New York Fashion Week back in full force for the Spring/Summer 2023 season, European brands like Marni are taking full advantage of the returning buzz in the city to showcase its collection. This season was the first time Marni showed its collection outside of Milan, making its New York City debut in an atmospheric tunnel under the iconic Manhattan Bridge. While the mysterious bridge setting may not be the first choice for many to host a high-fashion show, the historical arches made for a resounding background that set the tone for the upcoming season.

Sitting front row of the show included big names like Doja Cat, Kendall Jenner, sandwiched between Anna Wintour herself and Devin Booker, along with Madonna. With the help of the String Orchestra of Brooklyn, Dev Hynes performed a dramatic piece to accompany the models as they walked down the runway to showcase the new collection. Audiences were treated to a special performance as creative director, Francesco Risso immersed himself as a cello player in the orchestra, breaking down “the fourth wall” between the untouchable show and the audience.

While the sun had set, the collection put on quite the display of fiery-hued pieces, inspired by the sun’s continuous glow. The collection was saturated in stark contrasts…