Tory Burch’s Spring/Summer 2025 collection took place in a transformed Domino Sugar Factory in Brooklyn, where the walls and floors were adorned with tiles, creating an underwater feel while offering stunning views of the Manhattan skyline. The collection itself was a captivating blend of sporty influences and refined elegance. Designer Tory Burch drew inspiration from the inherent contradiction of sports – the duality of strength and grace, precision and freedom. This translates into a collection that embodies the modern woman’s desire for both athleticism and effortless style.
While the collection draws inspiration from the world of sports, it never loses sight of its fashion focus. Instead of beach sandals, the collection brought back the iconic Reva ballet flats, which propelled Tory Burch into the fashion spotlight. Alongside them were new mule designs featuring sculptural, twisted heels. Athletic elements are subtly woven throughout the collection, with pieces like swimwear-inspired tops and drawstring pants reminiscent of beach cover-ups. The rippled quilting on wool and silk fabrics also evokes a sense of water and fluidity.
Burch’s signature jewelry continues to evolve with asymmetric oval bags featuring ring-like hardware. The minimalist and modern design is sure to captivate women with its chic simplicity. The collection showcases a playful juxtaposition of textures and motifs. Waffle knits and stretch wool gauze are combined with sequins and crystal beads. The signature toile de Jouy print features whimsical alien creatures hidden amongst flora and fauna, adding a touch of playful fantasy to the collection.
As Tory Burch celebrates 20 years of designing, the brand continues to mature and evolve, drawing inspiration from modern women and in turn inspiring them. This season’s runway show saw fashion icon Alexa Chung making her New York Collection debut, alongside prominent models like Vittoria Ceretti and Irina Shayk. The show culminated with three looks showcasing draped and frilled jersey chiffon skirts paired with sleeveless T-shirts, culminating in a powerful and graceful finale. Tory Burch’s ability to seamlessly blend sporty influences with chic and wearable elegance is precisely what continues to make her designs so captivating.
