COS returns to New York Fashion Week for the fourth consecutive September

The runway unfolded inside the Greenpoint Terminal Warehouse along Brooklyn’s waterfront, where a raw, industrial setting was transformed into a spectacle of modernist elegance. Reimagined in pristine white, the cavernous space became an architectural stage for the collection to come to life. As models entered with poise, suspended light boxes shifted from a soft, warm glow to a crisp, illuminating white, amplifying the quiet confidence and effortless ease of 47 distinctive looks – each one refined, yet powerful.

In striking juxtaposition to the set, the collection anchors itself in a sophisticated palette of rich, inky darks – black, steel grey and deep navy – complemented by neutral accents. Creative expressions emerge as iconic house codes are retold through fine materials, texture and finish: pony-effect surfaces, supple leather and shearling are offset by a balance of matte versus sheen, adding visual depth. On the runway, sheer injections introduced moments of delicate transparency, revealing the body in motion, while dynamic, heritage-inspired checks were spotlighted on ready-to-wear pieces, accessories and footwear, forming statement head-to-toe looks.

Embodying the brand’s core principles of timelessness, craftsmanship and uncompromising quality, the collection seamlessly blends structure with fluidity. Womenswear explores cocooning volumes through enveloping scarves, high-neck shapes and sculptural draping. Cinched waists, feminine cuts and open necklines draw references from the 1950s New Look silhouette, while day-to-night versatility is reimagined through signature pieces – notably a softly sculpted silk dress that redefines modern elegance through multiple styling opportunities. Bags and accessories echoed the garments in fabrication and finish, with sleek leather loafers and sock boots completing seamless, contemporary silhouettes.

In menswear, functional yet inventive tailoring balances utility with innovation. Oversized proportions and sharp shoulders refresh classic cuts, while tonal layering in complementing fabrications modernise the concept of set dressing. Sartorial-inspired details – buttoned epaulette shoulders, functional pocket details and coordinating trousers – infuse looks with contemporary ease. Textural richness, presented through basketweave knits and chenille surfaces, introduce further warmth and tactility. Footwear grounded the looks with timeless leather boots and trainers in tonal colourways – classic designs with a modern twist.