Written by Katrina Garofalo

Fashion week is great, but not everyone gets an invite. But, that doesn’t mean it has to stop you from pretending like you were there. We’ve created some field notes on the week, that you can casually drop into your conversations.

#SnowDay

New York Fashion Week F/W 2017 started off with a storm. Like a literal snowstorm. Thank God puffer coats are in this season.

This is Not America

Images via Vogue Runway

Raf Simmons made his debut at Calvin Klein. Reviews: LOVE LOVE LOVE

Hot Fellon Alert

Jeremy Meeks, everyone’s favourite “Hot Fellon” made his runway debut at Philip Plein.

Equal Rights are Human Rights

Designers and fashion media alike took a political stance this season. CFDA teamed with Planned Parenthood to create a “Fashion Stands with Planned Parenthood” pin, and BOF started #TiedTogether with a white bandana, promoting inclusivity, diversity and unity. Adam Lippes, Creatures of Comfort, The Row, Public School…the list goes on of designers who incorporated either protest signs, slogan tees or hidden messages into their shows.

Is The Show Over?

While Yeezy Season 5 went a lot better than season 4 (minus the initial scheduling hiccup), the talking point on everyones mind was how the show ended. Kim K simply looked around and left. Guess it’s over.

No Frills

Image via Marc Jacobs Twitter/ @marcjacobs

Marc Jacob, who normally has a vibrant and colourful show, opted for a minimal presentation this year. No Music. No frills. It made a much bigger statement than expected.

Other than that, fashion week is a cold, blurry whirlwind of too many cappuccinos, frozen toes, and not enough sleep. On to London We go!