12New York Fashion Week is about more than style, as it’s located in one of the most unique and diverse cities in the world. Which is why there was more than just one style on display this year, as designers dressed models in garments that walked right in off the street, or danced their way down the runway. Let’s take a look at what styles designers took to New York Fashion Week Spring 2018.

Ballet

Ballet originated during the Italian Renaissance, and evolved into the performance that it is now in France and Russia. With rigid rules that result in fluid movement, it’s easy to see how fashion would find inspiration from the art of ballet. For an athleisure style that’s perfect for heading to the gym, or cooling down with a cleansing juice, try out Katie Gallagher’s baby blue bodysuit and textured tights. Co has mastered the minimalist approach to ballet style with a black dress that’s perfect for ballet lessons and recitals, while Marchesa’s stunning black tulle dress with golden appliques is best suited for twirling for an audience, or enjoying the twirls from a private box. Reem Acra’s pink and nude tulle dress with floral appliques is the perfect garment for performing pirouettes with a partner, as this dress was made for movement.

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Genderless

Those tired of the gender binary will be pleased to see that fashion is just as tired. This trend has been growing popular in the past couple of seasons, and this season made it clear that the lack of gender is not going anywhere. Anna Sui’s models easily could have switched outfits, while Assembly New York and Michael Kors Collection dressed models of both genders in loose suits. Christian Siriano’s culottes and cropped sweatshirt is the ideal of gender neutrality that can be worn out and about,  while Parsons MFA went with the extreme look of a high hipped body suit on a male model.

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Minimalism

Fashion may be known for its extravagance and indulgence, but many designers are showing that that isn’t neccesaraily the case. Co’s simple black dress is perfect for a day in the city or lunch in the park, while TSE’s white dress and white shawl can be worn relaxing outside on a breezy April afternoon, or in an art museum on an overcast evening. The Row showed off some minimalist evening wear with a shapeless and simple brown gown, ideal for powerful look that isn’t too plain. Lisa Perry’s straightforward sweater is honest and upfront, unlike many fashion designers with a message to sell, showing that activism can be classy. Khaite’s cream jeans and white rib knit top are the epitome of stylish minimalism, an outfit that fits in almost anywhere that doesn’t demand overindulgence.

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Safari

With designers constantly on the hunt for the next big thing, there’s bound to be some extreme ideas. The safari style may seem far fetched, but Brooks Brothers displays the elegance behind this transcontinental trend with an oatmeal ensemble that simultaneously says “I’m going to catch a tiger” and “I’m going to a ‘save the tigers’ charity dinner.” Red Valentino tackles a similar ensemble, with an oatmeal skirt and jacket that fits right in with luxurious tents and big game, and Nicole Miller’s wrap top and pants make khaki look cool. Diane von Furstenberg goes for a safari style camoflouge, perfect for standing out on the subway or blending into the jungle. Karen Walker takes safari style to the streets, with a top that was ripped right from the rain forest paired with a collar and turtleneck.

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Sleepwear

Don’t sleep on this style just yet! sleepy style and loungewear has been creeping into ready to wear, with nighties and button up pajamas paired with jeans and high heels. Adam Selman’s nightie and robe is perfect for late nights at rooftop parties, so when you’re crawling home at 3 am you don’t need to worry about changing before bed. Zero + Maria Cornejo’s comfy striped silken set can be worn grabbing a late night coffee, or catching the early morning bus. Kendall + Kylie’s cheetah print romper is perfect for catching up with friends or catching up on sleep, while Mara Hoffman’s coral garments were made for a week at the beach. Maqrina Moscone shows that nighties aren’t the only sexy sleepwear, with a revealing robe that could be worn on the train or at the local antiques shop.

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Street Style

It’s no secret that street style swarms NYFW, but this year it made its way onto the runway. With relaxed and wacky garments that only New York could come up with, street style was on almost every designer’s mind. Coach 1941 started street style off slowly with a scholarly cardigan and t-shirt printed with Keith Haring’s face. Custo Barcelona’s sequined tank top and tight pants were the epitome of street style that stands out, while Kendall + Kylie went with a more subtle approach. Jeremy Scott’s audacious sweater was paired with some garish, bringing our the best in street style, and Maryam Naassir Zadeh buckled some boyfriend jeans and paired them with a velvet bodysuit and raincoat for the ultimate millennial ensemble.

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What style suits you? I am loving that street style! Let me know in the comments!