As September begins and high temperatures persist, the fashion world finds itself caught between lingering summer ease and the anticipation of autumn. With the thermometer hovering around 80 degrees, wardrobes remain rooted in warm-weather staples—baby tees, statement flip-flops, and breezy silhouettes—even as the cultural calendar shifts into high gear. Over the past several weeks, a whirlwind of major events, from the US Open and the Venice Film Festival to high-profile cinematic press tours, has offered a rich display of seasonal style.
The intersection of late-summer dressing and early autumn previews has provided a unique snapshot of modern celebrity wardrobes. Audiences have been treated to early indications of Versace’s creative direction under Pieter Mulier, whose initial designs lean heavily into a sexier, more glamorous, and bewitching aesthetic. Across the globe, style icons have demonstrated the enduring power of minimalism, the reliability of classic monochrome looks, and the ongoing viability of transitional dressing as the industry bridges two distinct seasons.
Week of August 31st
The final days of August brought a flurry of high-profile appearances, highlighted by striking red carpet moments and effortlessly curated off-duty looks. Joey King continued to solidify her status as a formidable fashion presence, stepping out in a custom blue and burgundy satin Rodarte dress, which she paired with velvet heels and Mulberry’s Stevie Top Handle bag. King later embraced a distinct thematic aesthetic for the Practical Magic 2 premiere, donning a witchy creation by Ilya Migmoon that featured a black lace overlay, a green base, a bustier bodice, dramatically exaggerated hips, and a fluted skirt.
Meanwhile, Zoë Kravitz offered another masterclass in understated elegance, reminding observers why she remains the benchmark for effortless cool. While out in New York City, Kravitz opted for a minimalist combination featuring a black midi slip skirt, a matching black camisole, and classic black ballet flats.
International style made waves at the Venice Film Festival, where Kendall Jenner captured attention upon her arrival. While Jenner’s minimalist top-and-pants ensemble reaffirmed her affinity for clean lines, it was her travel accessory that drew the most interest: an unreleased quilted Chanel weekender from the French fashion house’s Cruise 2027 collection. For her official festival debut, Jenner delved into fashion history, pulling a sleeveless archival dress featuring gold floral detailing from Giorgio Armani’s Fall/Winter 1995 collection.
Back in New York, Adria Arjona demonstrated the foolproof nature of monochromatic dressing, stepping out in an asymmetrical black skirt paired with a cropped, form-fitting leather moto jacket. The week’s red carpet highlights also included Nicole Kidman at the Los Angeles premiere of Practical Magic 2. Kidman wore a sheer black lace Versace dress characterized by an asymmetrical silhouette and a matching choker, marking the very first design from Pieter Mulier as the house’s newly appointed creative director.
Week of August 24th
Moving backward into late August, the global style circuit maintained its momentum. Zoë Kravitz was spotted on a coffee stroll in New York City wearing a Barney’s baby tee, black biker shorts, and slides featuring a tiny kitten heel, accessorized with a leopard-print bag, oval sunglasses, a stretchy headband, and wired headphones. In a separate outing, she showcased the versatility of a well-styled white t-shirt by pairing a cropped white baby tee with kick-flare jeans and black suede block-heeled ballet flats.
In London, Nicole Kidman turned heads at the local premiere of Practical Magic 2 in a custom sequined, corseted Chanel gown featuring a high thigh slit and delicate pearl chains designed to create an off-the-shoulder effect. Joey King also made a splash in London during a photocall for the same film, embracing the naked dress trend in a black floral lace two-piece set from Miu Miu’s Spring 2026 collection that left her undergarments exposed. For the London premiere itself, King remained loyal to Miu Miu, wearing a custom sheer yellow gown adorned with intricate floral details that evoked a garden fairy aesthetic.
Elsewhere in Europe, Celine Dion marked her return to the spotlight upon arriving in Paris ahead of her first concert in six years, choosing a sophisticated double-breasted trench coat with high-low ruffled side details. In the same city, Rihanna offered a fresh take on transitional denim during a dinner outing, stepping out in a hybrid piece consisting of standard jeans secured to a floor-length fabric panel on one side.
Back stateside, Kaia Gerber attended the US Open in a simple, sophisticated black midi dress reminiscent of the iconic 1990s styles worn by her mother, Cindy Crawford. Musician Sombr also captured attention during the week, prompting a broader style conversation around the enduring utility of a classic red t-shirt.
Week of August 18th
Mid-August brought a series of notable statements involving elevated loungewear, statement accessories, and archival luxury. Rihanna made a compelling case for the dressed-up tracksuit, pairing an orange velour Chloé set with strappy snakeskin heeled sandals and oversized aviator sunglasses.
A$AP Rocky continued his championing of the man bag trend as a signal of refined personal style, stepping out in head-to-toe Chanel. His ensemble combined blue jeans, a crisp white button-down shirt, a gray plaid jacket from the house’s Fall 2026 collection, and a burgundy Maxi Flap bag.
Hailey Bieber revived interest in lingerie-inspired outerwear, wearing a vintage bright yellow Dolce & Gabbana lace-trimmed camisole for a dinner date. She anchored the look with black trousers, strappy heeled sandals, and a zig-zag headband. Charlotte Lawrence leaned into sheer textures for a MAC event, wearing a black crocheted skirt and top set. Margaret Qualley attended the premiere of her upcoming film The Dog Stars wearing Chanel’s much-discussed naked sandals alongside a fringed dress from the house’s Resort 2027 collection. Meanwhile, Dua Lipa embraced the balloon pant trend while on vacation, pairing a boho-inspired, eyelet-detailed design with a lacy white tank top and an oversized Chanel raffia bag.
Week of August 11th
Earlier in August, festival and birthday style dominated the conversation. Zara Larsson headlined the Way Out West music festival in Gothenburg, Sweden, wearing a striped pink and blue sequined crop top paired with micro denim shorts. In Hollywood, Gabbriette attended a MAC event in a Gothic-infused babydoll dress featuring lace trim and a rosette detail, completing the look with vintage feather-adorned John Galliano heels.
Anne Hathaway continued to showcase thoughtful maternity dressing in Los Angeles, stepping out in a custom ruffled LEIN Alexandra top and classic black trousers. Dua Lipa offered a breezy summer ensemble consisting of a black lace midi dress, brown Nike sneakers, and a red bandana tied around her head. Kylie Jenner celebrated her 29th birthday with a childhood-whimsy theme, wearing a bright pink latex dress accompanied by a matching feather boa and feather-detailed heels.
Week of August 4th
The beginning of August highlighted minimalist daywear and high-impact premiere looks. Hailey Bieber demonstrated understated evening style in Los Angeles with baggy white low-rise jeans, black flip-flops, and a long-sleeved black crop top. In Seoul, Charlize Theron turned heads at a press event for The Odyssey by layering a blue-and-white-striped dress beneath a transparent knee-length raincoat skirt, accessorized with black leather opera gloves and polka-dot tights.
Monica Barbaro opted for a sophisticated twist on office wear while promoting One Night Only in New York City, choosing a bib-style tuxedo shirt in place of a traditional button-down. Joey King wore Kim Shui’s apricot silk Akdeniz Corset Dress with a central skirt slit for a Los Angeles screening of Practical Magic, while Dua Lipa arrived at the New York premiere of One Night Only in a custom black Ferragamo gown featuring a plunging halter neckline and dramatic waist fringe. Ella Rubin kept things polished on The Today Show with a white shift dress paired with Khaite’s Marcy Glove Pumps, and Inde Navarrette wore a Spring 2025 Salih Balta dress featuring an off-the-shoulder floral lace bodice for Variety’s Power of Young Hollywood event.
Late July Highlights
As the summer season entered its peak, Kaia Gerber’s promotional tour for The Shards yielded several notable fashion moments, including an Alaïa red knit maxi dress and Norma Kamali’s Invisible Fishtail Gown elevated by a draped white scarf. Zendaya continued her collaborative style run with Law Roach at the London premiere of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, wearing a white couture gown from Tamara Ralph featuring gold beaded shoulder details.
Karlie Kloss promoted her children’s book in a vintage aquamarine Dolce & Gabbana skirt suit, while Hunter Schafer showcased bold color-mixing at Comic-Con in a Marc Jacobs sheer yellow organza button-up, a red bodysuit, brown nylon shorts, and orange tights. Additional notable appearances included Anok Yai championing the naked top trend in New York City, Emmy Rossum in a polka-dot midi dress on Good Morning America, and Nicole Kidman in a 1920s-inspired embellished ivory design by Fendi for the season three premiere of Lioness.
Mid-to-Early July Highlights
Earlier summer weeks featured Dua Lipa pairing black and white polka-dot halter dresses with unexpected footwear choices like heeled boots and moto boots, alongside Tracee Ellis Ross embracing vibrant color blocking with green Loewe leather pants and red pumps. Teyana Taylor demonstrated the viability of warm-weather tailoring in a Saint Laurent Bermuda short suit paired with jelly pumps.
Zendaya’s extensive international press tour for Spider-Man: Brand New Day and The Odyssey featured archival and custom creations from Versace, Ashi Studio, Louis Vuitton, and Schiaparelli. Concurrently, events in Paris and New York saw high-profile appearances from Sabrina Carpenter, Elle Fanning, Gigi Hadid, Anya Taylor-Joy, Alexa Demie, and Cardi B, capturing a broad spectrum of haute couture and contemporary street style as the fashion calendar progressed through the warmer months.
