Similarly exuding huge feminine vibes, the brightly colored #NYFWSS18 collection by Delpozo looked like summer itself walked down the runway. Absorbing that “certain optimism that no other city has,” it’s as though he put some rose-colored glasses on as he designed with a pastel color palette, suggesting blissful summer days floating in an aquamarine pool seeing cotton candy clouds float on by… The result? Marabou-trimmed knits, flowing tunics with chic raffia sandals, and cupcake prettiness of pastel tulles.

Having gotten back to running as a form of meditation, Maryam Nassir Zadeh likened her impromptu showcase on Manhattan’s East River Park track to symbolize life’s unpredictability. She replaced her minimalist looks for girly puff-sleeved dresses, rhinestones and gingham checks, and that jolting pink neon was definitely some good energy shared. “Odd elegance,” Zadeh called it.

On a darker tone, Calvin Klein came this #NYFWSS18 with Andy Warhol prints, cheerleaders and horror movies. His love of film and TV went full risk-taker “American horror, American dreams,” with contrasts between light and dark, showcasing sheer nightgowns as well as 1950s couture silhouettes- and one made up of waterproof nylon used for tents!

But with so much friction going around in the world, some might ask what role fashion can play this season. A line who went to provide succor was The Row. “We wanted something softer, more romantic. With everything so harsh, we wanted to take it down, show lightness,” Ashely said. Evidently, their evening pieces this #NYFWSS18 were dreamy, fluid to-the-floor tunics, and all-silk. Whilst some doned an off-the-shoulder portrait collar, some pantsuits were feminine. Well-said.

For more pop, guerilla tactics is what Alexander Wang clearly likes. After having sold his Adidas merch off the back of a truck, this Spring he had 32 supermodels pour out of a bus every night; Kendall Jenner, Bella Hadid, and Kaia Gerber and more included. His direction this season: layered cutoffs over leather leggings, a skinny-style denim, shredded baggies and an easy drawstring waist. Whilst plenty go with the deconstructed, off-the-shoulder button-down, Wang’s version come with silk camis and a sports bra. One to try!

Speaking of what happens in the dark, Helmut Lang who is loved for his ability of turning luxury items out of everyday staples and its unisex approach to dressing went fetish-y this time ‘round. Think: asymmetric bras and daring peekaboo harnesses, rear-less pants suspended from waistbands, leather codpieces and strappy BDSM gear. “I just wanted to bring back the vibe of sensuality,” Oliver said afterward.