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Now that the global fashion calendar has shifted and Madison Avenue Men’s Style Month has come to a close, it’s worth a look back at a few of the menswear designers featured at New York Men’s Day (NYMD) for Spring/Summer 2023 who offered looks that directionally celebrated a return to in-real-life interactions.

Theophilio is a Brooklyn born collection designed by Edvin Thompson. The brand celebrates the struggle and overcoming of disadvantages, an inspiring modus operandi.

NYFW ends with a powerful explosion of glamour & glitz, topping off a week filled with garden party florals, sweet slip dresses, pure whites, lovely lace and a cocktail of juicy oranges.

Maisie Schloss, the founder and designer of Maisie Wilen, knows what she wants. Without hesitation, she designs bold, bright and beautiful pieces that enhance the body and flatter the soul.

Flounces get big and bouncy, black-and-white evolves, all bodies are celebrated, New York City’s melting pot is reflected in designers’ far-flung inspirations and yellow is the color of the moment.

I don’t know how to fully describe the phenomenon of LoveShackFancy. People are passionate about this brand. The presentation was teeming with women dressed head-to-toe in their clothing, dancing and partying with the models.

Sheer chiffons and gentle colors herald spring romance, cool city girls get tailored, vivid stripes bring joy, denim shows its artisanal side and mirror-finish silver becomes the metal of choice.

Marrisa Wilson designs a joyful collection! Looking at it generates happiness. That’s not easy to accomplish these days.