By Marcus G Blassingame

NEW YORK, September 11, 2026 — Romeo Hunte brought his Spring/Summer 2027 collection, Ivy Noir, to House of Spells in Times Square, where the runway felt less like an event and more like an address—confident, luminous, and meticulously composed. Central to the night’s magnetic momentum was Yaya DaCosta, returning to the runway with the kind of poise that reads as both effortless and unmistakably intentional. She was joined by Wendell Lissimore and singer Lavaud, as Hunte unfurled a 35-look presentation that moved with the poise of a couture story well told.

After the final look landed, the atmosphere shifted seamlessly into celebration. A red carpet reception and champagne toast, sponsored by Saint and Citizen, gathered an eclectic constellation of guests spanning fashion, music, television, and sports—each arriving with their own signature energy, yet united by a shared reverence for style with substance.

A WARDROBE DREAM, CRAFTED WITH LUXURY INTENT

“Ivy Noir” is, without exaggeration, a wardrobe stylist dream—a collection designed for those who understand that luxury lives in details. With an affinity for streetwear and Parris Hood Kouture, the season’s vision leans into the romance of denim, leather, and richly textured fabrics, where each material is treated not simply as apparel, but as atmosphere. The result is a masterclass in layering: silhouettes built to endure attention, and textures arranged to feel as good as they look.

ARCHITECTURAL TAILORING MEETS GOTHAM CHARM

Renowned for architectural tailoring and statement outerwear, Hunte infuses the collection with a distinctive New York attitude—edgy in spirit, softened by a quietly whimsical flare. His ongoing dialogue between the masculine and feminine becomes the collection’s guiding principle, translating gender-fluid elegance into tailored form. Every look suggests construction that’s been considered down to the last seam—structured, elevated, and elegantly restless.

A DIVERSE, HIGH-LEVEL CAST OF MODELS

To further elevate the spectacle, Hunte’s runway was powered by a diverse yet exceptionally high-level cast of models, each bringing their own precision, presence, and craft—ensuring the collection landed with both reach and resonance.

CELEBRITY STYLE, CURATED BY CONFIDENCE

As a seasoned designer and stylist, Romeo is well acquainted with the artistry of celebrity style. The front row reflected that advantage: prominent guests and media outlets filled the audience with unmistakable anticipation—proof that Ivy Noir was not simply presented, but eagerly awaited.

Supported by Saint & Citizen, The Model Resource, Mizani, The Matriarch, and Joey Harris Inc., the night concluded with further momentum as the celebration continued into the evening of September 11, 2026—anchored by the Romeo Hunte Ivy Noir Official After Party at The Matriarch, 512 West 42nd Street. Music by DJ Suss One set the tone, while Gabrielle Union and NLE Choppa helped carry the energy beyond the runway, sealing the collection’s legacy as something not just seen, but felt.

INTRODUCING ROMEO HUNTE: THE VISIONARY OF ELEGANT BLENDS OF COUTURE AND STREET STYLE

Romeo Hunte New York is a luxury apparel brand founded by designer and creative director Romeo Hunte. The label unites elevated denim, tailored prep, and the living energy of New York through sophisticated construction, transformable outerwear, and a refined interplay between masculine and feminine elements.

Worn by Beyoncé, Michelle Obama, Stephen Curry, and Stevie Wonder, Hunte’s work has also garnered notable collaborations including Tommy Hilfiger and Mercedes-Benz. For more information, visit romeohunte.com.

View Romeo Hunte’s Spring/Summer 2027 collection on Vogue Runway and GettyImages.

IN ATTENDANCE

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  Yung Miami**
  NLE Choppa**
  Rapsody**
  Key Glock**
  Dorion Renaud**
  Shaqir O’Neal**
  Zoe Spencer**
  Trinidad James**
  Brian Jordan Jr.**
  TJ Adams**
  Arsema Thomas**
  Eugena Washington**
  Jeremiah Brown** (Love Island)
  KC Chandler** (Love Island)
  Tierra “Titi” Davis** (Love Island)