The 2026 WWD Honors befell at Cipriani South Avenue in New York Metropolis, celebrating a few of style’s largest names, together with LVMH’s Bernard Arnault, Tom Ford’s Haider Ackermann and Celine’s Michael Rider. Designers, celebrities and style insiders gathered for a night celebrating the trade’s main figures.
So Near Perfection
As you’ll have seen, I’ve been having a little bit of a second with Louisa Jacobson and her love of tailoring. Nevertheless, that got here to a screeching halt after I noticed the size of the trousers on her Tom Ford Spring 2027 swimsuit. She was amongst Haider Ackermann’s angels at this occasion, however these trousers let down what may have been her greatest look of the week. I like all the things else, particularly the black floral embellishment.
Styled by Edward Bowleg.
The Signature Element
Rebecca Corridor, additionally carrying Tom Ford, opted for a Fall 2026 two-piece look that includes the signature leather-based belt, which supplies the trousers a cut-out impact.
I like how this small element provides an in any other case traditional all-black ensemble an edge. A single KATKIM earring and black clutch accomplished her look.
Styled by Bailey Moon.
Twice as Good
You need to immediately recognise Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s Tom Ford look, as a result of we’ve already seen this scrumptious mixture of contrasting animal-print collar and twin stripes on Patrick Schwarzenegger. It appears to be like simply nearly as good with or with out the jacket, and Aaron makes a convincing case for the latter.
Assertion Earrings Actually Are Again
Michelle Monaghan’s Altuzarra Spring 2027 gown was simply as intriguing as her earrings. The gown has an nearly deconstructed look, as if the black cloth has been torn away to disclose a floral underlayer. I additionally love that she stored the assertion earrings from the runway. Now I’m realising this isn’t essentially a Sarah Paulson development, however extra of a Karla Welch development, contemplating they share the identical stylist. Both method, I’m loving the return of assertion earrings.
Styled by Karla Welch.
Nonetheless Experimenting
As a lot as I like this Celine Fall 2026 2D mini gown, I’m not satisfied it’s the proper gown for Hannah Einbinder. She has been experimenting with totally different kinds lately, and that continues right here. Like Michelle Monaghan, one other Karla Welch shopper, she embraced assertion jewelry with outsized pearl earrings. The gown itself is fabulous, however I’m not solely offered on it for Hannah.
Styled by Karla Welch.
A Quieter Second
Tracee Ellis Ross wore a Celine Fall 2026 look that feels slightly muted by her requirements, as we’re so accustomed to seeing her embrace color and adventurous silhouettes. Nevertheless, contemplating she was presenting an award, maybe this was the proper event for one thing a bit extra understated.
Goodbye, Elle Woods
I nearly didn’t recognise Lexi Minetree on this purple archival Givenchy robe, having turn into so accustomed to seeing her put on pink all through her press tour for Elle. That is refreshing in each fashion and color, and I’m glad that exact style chapter seems to have been reserved for the press tour. Fred Leighton and Kwiat jewelry accomplished her look.
One Accent Too Many
I believe Peyton Elizabeth Lee’s Thom Browne Hopsack suiting mini gown and sport coat would have labored higher with out the Thom Browne Hector bag. The Fall 2026 footwear already complement the coordinated look, whereas the dog-shaped bag feels a bit too novelty-driven for this outfit. I might have most well-liked a extra traditional bag right here.
One other Archive Second
Lucy Freyer wore a classic Roberto Cavalli Fall 2005 gown, and as a lover of printed slip attire, I believe this was an excellent archival pull.
The Tucked-In Tie
François Arnaud suited up in Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello, with the tucked-in tie and striped shirt giving the look its distinction. The proportions are wonderful, and that is one other instance of why Saint Laurent continues to be such a dependable alternative for menswear.
Maintaining It Easy
Pritika Swarup stored issues easy in a black Azeeza robe, which may have benefited from some extra notable equipment.
One other Award for Ackermann
The accolades maintain coming for Haider Ackermann, who acquired the Womenswear Designer of the Yr award for Tom Ford, offered by Susie Cave. This marks his second award in as many weeks, following his recognition on the Esquire event. Contemplating the impression he has already made at Tom Ford, it’s hardly stunning to see him being celebrated as soon as once more.
