Weaving the story that Michael Fausto has to tell at NYFW SS25

With New York Fashion Week (NYFW) SS25 taking over the sidewalks of the city, the six-day event sees industry icons from Tory Burch to Ralph Lauren and Michael Kore presenting their upcoming collections. Alongside these fashion veterans, several newcomers, including New Jersey designer Michael Fausto, are showcasing their collections for the first time on the official NYFW schedule. His eponymous luxury women’s wear label is known for its fantastical designs that toe the line between myth and modernity. Garnering international acclaim, his designs have been worn by artists such as Adele, Halle Bailey, and actress Laverne Cox, to name a few.  Ahead of his NYFW presentation, where he will show his SS25 collection “Castellammare,” we spoke with the designer to learn more about his creative process, what to expect at his first official New York Fashion Week show, and what impact he hopes to have.