Best of NYFW Day 5: Carolina Herrera, Reem Acra, Donna Karan and More!

Our runway report continues

By Emily Popp Sep 08, 2014 11:36 PMTags
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If you've got a bad case of the Mondays, then sit back, relax and let our Fashion Week recap cheer you up.

There's plenty to unpack—from gorgeous designs to touching tributes—so if you're wondering what went down during day five of NYFW, you've landed in the right place.

This morning, Carolina Herrera delivered an incredibly breathtaking show, featuring gowns with digitized flowers emblazoned on them. We're in awe with her technique—absolute perfection. Herrera recently had some harsh words for the state of New York City street style, but when she designs gowns this flawless—we can see why she was frustrated!

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Speaking of breathtaking: Reem Acra. Sigh. The designer presented what might be her sexiest collection yet. There were plenty of plunging necklines, cutout detailing, sheer fabrics and thigh-high slits galore. Is it hot in here, or is it just Reem Acra?

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Tommy Hilfiger is known for his elaborate sets, and this season he didn't let us down. His flower-trimmed, grass-carpeted runway reminded us that spring has sprung—at least at NYFW. And props to Kendall Jenner for walking in the show and looking truly retro-chic in a bobo-esque purple printed number.

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Next up is Dennis Basso, who makes our highlight list not only for his designs, but for his touching tribute to Joan Rivers. Before the show started Basso dimmed the lights and asked his audience for a moment of silence in honor of his dear friend. 

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And finally, it's official: Hats are back—and in a big way! At least according to Donna Karan, who sent models like Karlie Kloss down the runway working sky-high hats. Kendall Jenner continued her NYFW takeover at the Donna Karan show; she didn't rock a hat, but she looked fab in a bright orange and printed skirt combo.

Stay tuned for even more NYFW runway updates. We've still got plenty of hot shows on the horizon. Zac Posen, Rodarte, Oscar de la Renta—we're waiting for you!