Lela Rose masterfully blends the refined grandeur of the Gilded Age with the rugged sophistication of the American frontier for Fall/Winter 2025-2026. Drawing inspiration from Fred Harvey’s legendary railroad restaurants and Charles James’s sculptural couture, the collection reinterprets classic glamour with a distinctly modern edge.

Fringed pockets on tailored jackets nod to frontier charm, while corsetry and saloon-style bustiers infuse eveningwear with a sultry allure. A moody palette of muted jewel tones sets the stage for “cowboy noir” elegance, further enhanced by vintage-filtered lookbook imagery evocative of daguerreotypes.

The structured drama of Charles James is unmistakable in a crystal-embellished gown and a striking black-and-white off-shoulder dress—perfect for a contemporary gala moment.

At its core, the collection celebrates the lost art of dressing for the occasion, seamlessly merging Western-infused glamour with timeless New York sophistication.