The Ralph Lauren AW25 Show
- Camz
- Sep 6, 2025
- 3 min read
Between elegant lavallières, billowing trousers, and a carpet of flowers with melancholic accents, Ralph Lauren revisits 19th-century dressing with a touch of romanticism for his Fall 2025 collection, unveiled on April 17 in Manhattan.
Key elements of this collection: the jabot collar, which appears in several looks. A warm autumnal palette with taupe and various shades of brown, alongside black and white. In these looks, black brings character and confidence, while white is mostly used for fluid pieces and accessories, with pronounced details such as ruffles, lace, or embroidery.
Look 1: The ruffled jabot collar cascading down the chest immediately draws attention. This type of collar is emblematic of the Rococo/Baroque style of the 17th and 18th centuries in France. A large medallion rests slightly over the collar. A belted black ensemble tucked into boots. The suede jacket adds strength to the look.
Look 2: Fluidity with a subtle bohemian spirit. A long belted white dress to highlight the waist. Ruffles on the bodice and along the sleeves. Black leather boots complete this bohemian-inspired outfit.
Look 3: Back to a masculine silhouette: straight trousers, belted, perfectly holding a tucked-in brown sweater. The reworked blazer matches the jacket, while the ruffled jabot scarf instantly catches the eye.
Look 4: A look halfway between sexy and corporate: a sleeveless leather-effect top perfectly matched with boots and handbag. A calf-length midi skirt in taupe, the collection’s signature shade: anchors the ensemble.
Look 6: The corporate style trend continues. Here, a light brown suit is belted, not to emphasize the waist but as an accessory in itself.
Look 7: An audacious layering of leather and suede jackets, elevated by a jabot tie that defines the whole look.
Look 8: A brown crochet-knit cardigan layered over a shirt. Its thick, openwork crochet stitches and seed stitches bring a structured, artisanal dimension. Its oversized cut contrasts with the straight trousers.
Look 9: A monochrome outfit playing with textures. A cropped shearling jacket recalls trench coat codes with its collar, buttoning, and matching belt. The large, structured collar gives character and robustness. The fluid pleated skirt in chocolate or mocha brown counterbalances the jacket’s structure, adding depth and movement.
Look 11: A short, structured jacket, almost safari-style, in olive brown tones gives confidence to the silhouette. Shoulders are slightly marked, with a utilitarian yet feminine flair. A classic shirt accessorized with a black tulle lavallière bow adds a romantic, even theatrical edge. High-waisted wide trousers with sharp pleats structure the silhouette, finished with a rigid black crocodile handbag with golden handles.
Look 13: A long flowing black dress, cinched with a thin matching belt. The sleeveless aviator jacket structures the silhouette, standing out as the centerpiece.
Look 14: A long floral dress in pine green and ecru, flowing with the wind. A corset belt elegantly defines the waist.
Look 15: A highlight piece: a jacket blending leather and shearling. The leather trousers echo the jacket perfectly, enhancing the harmony of the outfit.
Looks 19 & 21: Two visions of fur. Look 19: short and voluminous with fine, fluid hairs. Look 21: ankle-length, thinner with shorter hair.
Look 22: A long pine-green tartan dress. Fringes at the hem bring fluidity to this heavy-looking fabric.
Look 24: A long, dark floral dress with a gothic-romantic aesthetic. A high lace collar nods to Victorian codes, elongating the silhouette and adding drama. Ruffles create volume at the top, like a lace armor. Subtle transparency reveals the legs discreetly. A corset belt structures the silhouette by emphasizing the waist.
Look 31: A vampiric dandy look in black and white. A Victorian-inspired black velvet jacket with a damask texture, fitted and shoulder-marked, adds theatricality. A white jabot shirt directs attention to the face, with aristocratic gothic elegance. High-waisted pleated trousers, wide in cut, bring a modern tomboy edge.
Looks 35 & 36: Purple velvet makes a dramatic statement. Two strong pieces perfectly aligned with the collection’s theme.
Look 44: A standout long gown with cascading ruffles. Sheer fabric reveals the body beneath. The ruffles enhance the garment’s lightness and fluidity.
Conclusion:
A true play of contrasts between structures and fabrics. Victorian inspirations run through nearly every look. The two parts of the collection become especially visible from look 23 onward.
