The Launch: Fashion News to Know This February
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Two events come to mind in February: the start of Fashion Month and the 2026 Winter Olympics. The temperatures are low, the peaks are high, and the style on and off the slopes will be nothing less than noteworthy. From Moncler Grenoble opening its second worldwide flagship in Aspen to Willy Chavarria launching at Net-a-Porter and more, here are the latest and greatest collaborations, capsules, and drops that your favorite brands have to offer this month.
Why: The second edition of Paul Smith’s collaboration with Barbour celebrates English seaside culture, with a new 46-piece collection of unisex clothing and outerwear. The drop combines the two iconic British brands’ signatures with a focus on maritime heritage, including themed badges, fishing-inspired bags, countryside gingham, and summer-ready nautical stripes. Anchors aweigh!
What: 40th anniversary of the bandage dress
Where: Online at herveleger.com and at select retailers
Why: Hervé Léger is bringing back the club dress. To celebrate its 40th anniversary, the brand launched the Icons Reborn collection, a renaissance of the assortment that made the bandage dress a must-have wardrobe item. The 10-piece range of sculpting silhouettes recalls an iconic era when bandage dresses were the ultimate symbol of bold femininity and confidence.
Why: “Women’s has always been my first passion,” designer Willy Chavarria told a room full of fashion executives, insiders, and fans like Julia Fox, Tove Lo, and Jack Harlow at the close of New York Fashion Week, as he toasted the launch of his womenswear line at Net-a-Porter. “I love women, and women have been such an important part of my life.” He recalled sketching in an address book at the ripe age of 3—something he lovingly called “a dress book.” His design philosophy, which blends high-fashion streetwear with social activism, feels right at home at the e-tailer, known for championing both emerging and established talent. Net-a-Porter CEO Heather Kaminetsky added, “When you think of bold statements and silhouettes, you think of Willy.” Shop the edit below.
Why: Chanel has opened a brand-new seasonal boutique, this time in the Roaring Fork Valley of the Rocky Mountains. The space offers a sophisticated, intimate escape, enveloping guests in the world of Chanel, complete with tweed, metalwork, and plush faux fur, set against the gorgeous backdrop of the bustling ski town. The boutique is specially curated for Aspenites, with the latest Coco Neige collection of knit sets, layering pieces, and luxe outerwear on display, along with a warm fireplace and cozy interiors.
Where: Online at frame-store.com and in stores
Why: Frame just brought back one of its hottest launches of 2025. The brand’s collaboration with Amelia Gray sold out when it dropped in November, but now it’s back and even bigger, with new color ways and an added petite version of the coveted denim style. West Coast cool girls (and those who strive for that aesthetic) can shop the pieces now in stores and online.
Why: A$AP Rocky, who is celebrating one year as Ray-Ban’s creative director, dropped his latest collection for the brand: a series of metal eyewear that marks a new aesthetic. Featuring ‘90s-inspired minimalist sunglasses and opticals, the range is a departure from the previous bold colors and silhouettes of Rocky’s first styles. The new drop is now available to shop online.
Where: Online at reebok.com and in stores
Why: In the spirit of fashion’s continued Y2K revival, Reebok has relaunched its Classics sneaker, with the help of newly named brand ambassador and Grammy-Award winning musician Karol G. The revived styles are made with premium garment leather, elevating the tried and true silhouette.
What: Capsule with the Steve McQueen Estate
Where: Online at lalignenyc.com and in New York City stores
Why: In line with the brand’s 10-year anniversary, La Ligne partnered with the Steve McQueen estate to create a six-piece capsule collection of unisex knits ranging from $250-550. A portion of the proceeds will benefit The Steve McQueen Foundation, a support network for the arts and storytelling. As seen in the campaign starring Mark Ronson and Grace Gummer, the capsule channels McQueen’s effortless style and quiet confidence, reflecting the refinement of the pieces themselves.
Why: In the heart of ski season, Moncler is opening a new Grenoble flagship store in Aspen, the city where the brand debuted its first U.S. store in 2008. Aspen is now home to the brand’s second Grenoble-dedicated flagship worldwide, following St. Moritz in 2023. The boutique is designed as a cave set against the Rocky Mountains, with an immersive environment of natural materials and rugged terrain, refined through the Moncler lens. Built to meet high standards of energy efficiency and environmental responsibility, the store reflects the alpine universe that has long defined the brand.
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