Our 9 favourite looks from New York Fashion Week so far

If you missed the shows, here are some of the highlights so far

A model presents a creation from Brandon Maxwell Spring/Summer 2019 collection during New York Fashion Week in the Manhattan borough of New York City, U.S., September 8, 2018. REUTERS/Caitlin Ochs
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Longchamp brought Parisian style to the streets of New York, with an effortless collection that channeled the French capital's famous style. Unexpected combinations and lashings of fringing showed us all why French women always look so chic.

The Longchamp Paris spring 2019 collection is modeled during Fashion Week in New York, Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018. (AP Photo/Richard Drew)
Effortless Parisian cool at Longchamp spring 2019. AP Photo

There was no shortage of standout colour at Dion Lee, and we love this shout-it-from-the-rooftops orange. A relaxed fit with intriguing cut-outs around the hips makes this a curious but striking mix of modest and not.

NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 08: A model walks the runway at the Dion Lee Fashion show during New York Fashion Week on September 8, 2018 in New York City.   Mike Coppola/Getty Images/AFP
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Vivid head to toe orange at Dion Lee for SS19. Getty Images

In typical form, Self Portrait played with shape and silhouette. Beautifully cut, with ruffles and panels to hug or hide the body, this white dress that spilled off the shoulder was a delight.

The Self Portrait spring 2019 collection is modeled during Fashion Week in New York, Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018. (AP Photo/Richard Drew)
Self Portrait's spring 2019 was urban déshabillé. AP Photo.

Celebrating his 50th Anniversary, Ralph Lauren allowed himself space to play, and as the collection bounced from streetwear to patchwork, the standout moments were velvet gowns, so exquisitely shaped they moved like molten mercury.

NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 07: A model walks the runway for Ralph Lauren fashion show during New York Fashion Week at Bethesda Terrace on September 7, 2018 in New York City.   Randy Brooke/Getty Images/AFP
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Ralph Lauren. Getty Images.

Like something for a modern-day Audrey Hepburn, this belted suit and neck scarf from Kate Spade was the epitome of elegant.

epa07004377 A model presents a creation by Kate Spade at New York Fashion Week Spring 2019 in New York, New York, USA, 07 September 2018. US fashion designer Kate Spade committed suicide in June of this year but the brand still bear's her name.  EPA/PETER FOLEY
Kate Spade Spring 2019. EPA.

The best moment at Christian Cowan was undoubtedly this two-piece ensemble seemingly crafted out of an enormous hat.

epa07006683 Models present creations by British designer Christian Cowan at New York Fashion Week Spring 2019 in New York, New York, USA, 08 September 2018. The Spring 2019 collections are presented from 06 to 14 September.  EPA/ALBA VIGARAY
Christian Cowan at New York Fashion Week Spring 2019. EPA/ALBA VIGARAY

Tory Burch offered up slick city stripes for its show. Layered and pleated, and paired with multiple bags, this is a look every urban dweller will aim to emulate.

epa07003977 A model presents a creation by US designer Tory Burch at New York Fashion Week Spring 2019, in New York, New York, USA, 07 September 2018. The Spring 2019 collections are presented from 06 to 14 September.  EPA/PETER FOLEY
Cool city stripes at Tory Burch, Spring 2019. EPA.

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Concept Korea may not be a name that is familiar to many, but its assured use of colour - reminiscent of the master itself, Prada, definitely makes it one to watch.

NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 07: A model walks the runway for Concept Korea during New York Fashion Week: The Shows at Gallery I at Spring Studios on September 7, 2018 in New York City.   Frazer Harrison/Getty Images/AFP
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Concept Korea SS19. Getty Images.