Fashion week is always an inspiring time of year. The shows are thought-provoking, aesthetically pleasing, and often fascinating. But for me, Tibi is in a league of its own. Watching their show feels like watching a family member perform - I'm so emotionally invested in this brand. As a result, it's the one event I anticipate the most, and it always feels personal.
This year, I happened to be in a location with no connection at the time of the live show (in 2025!), but just a few hours later, I was already scrolling through looks, soaking up impressions from fellow fans who were there in person, and catching all the coverage I could find.
So, what are the first impressions?
The lens through which I view every Tibi collection is simple: Would I wear this? What new colors are they working with this season? This time, though, the collection didn’t feel as focused on color or wearability. The palette was very limited - mostly neutrals - and many of the pieces felt more fashion-forward than functional. The overall vibe was more pushed - a term that kept coming up among stylists and attendees. At the same time, it also felt more subdued, likely because of the restrained use of color.
These two things initially made me feel like the collection wasn’t for me. (Last year, I knew immediately that the asymmetric blazer was my go-to piece.) But Tibi has a way of living in your head and growing on you over time. And sure enough, the more I reflected, the more I started noticing individual pieces that stood out.
Here are a few that caught my eye:
Chassis Hoop Pencil Skirt
Chassis Hoop Pencil Skirt via Vogue Runway
Maybe this skirt grabbed my attention because it was one of the few pieces in color? At first glance, I thought: absolutely not - I don’t need more bulk around my hips. But then curiosity got the better of me. I tried adding a “construction” from two wire hangers under my yellow Tibi skirt just to play with the silhouette - and I must admit, it had something in it despite really poor workaround.
Wirehanger adding shape - maybe indeed it is more wearable than I thought?
This piece feels like one you couldn’t possibly buy without trying it on first. But the color, texture, and hoop structure are all genuinely intriguing.
Peplum Belt
Peplum Belt via Vogue Runway
Peplum is clearly trending right now, and it appeared here too - in the form of a transparent harness. I love this version as a tool for taming voluminous skirts or adding structure to dresses, shirts, or anything that needs a bit of edge. But my imagination is limited, and with a piece that versatile, I’m sure the stylists and Tibi fans will come up with a gazillion ways to wear it.
The Pleated Shorts
These structured shorts with pleats really caught my attention. I’ve loved the pleats on pants and shorts in other collection pieces, but they seem like they would inflate the hips - and I’m not a fan of needing a super-tight top to balance things out. But here, the pleats sit lower on the body. Sign me up. The geometry feels modern and architectural - very Berlin-y, which apparently is the inspiration for this collection.
Calcimin Denim Fischer Jean
Calcimin Denim Fischer Jean via Vogue Runway
This white denim piece intrigued me and it seems like the structure is similar to Barry jean. It has a really interesting texture and a unique print. A fresh, unconventional take on the white-ish summer jean.
Apparently, some of the runway items are already available for pre-order. And that brings us to pricing - Tibi continues to move into true luxury territory. I’ve made peace with the fact that full-price Tibi is now mostly out of my budget, and even sale prices are starting to feel unreachable.
It’s likely a smart business move, given rising luxury demand, and Tibi has always been priced somewhat in the middle (hard to believe I’m saying that about a brand where pieces were usually around $400 - but now we’re seeing $600–700 and up.) Still, it’s a bit disheartening - my salary hasn’t seen the same inflation! Thank goodness for resale and platforms like Cleowave. If you know what you’re looking for, you can still score treasures.
In terms of concept, Tibi delivered something genuinely distinct - clearly separate from broader NYFW trends. It felt experimental, directional, and aligned with their core aesthetic - although I’d say this collection is more modern and slightly less “chill” than usual.
Whether or not I end up wearing any of it, it’s a collection to admire, dissect, and fall in love with - which is exactly what we love about Tibi.
P.S. If you weren’t there in person, like some of the Tibi fans were, check out these reports by Asta, Rachel here and here, Kathy Keturah, Aynsleigh, Sally, Marzanna, Eliza, and of course perusing the Tibi fans group.