New York Men’s Day (NYMD), the premiere NYC-based platform exclusively dedicated to emerging men’s and genderless talent, is now accepting applications for the upcoming kick-off to fall/autumn 2026 NYFW, slated for February 2026. The event, celebrating its 25 the season, will showcase designs from some of the most exciting up-and-coming designers in the industry.
Conceived to nurture emerging talent and to consolidate top menswear/genderless designers in an easy-to-view venue, NYMD features 8-12 designers collectively. Each participating designer presents in an individual studio space designed to highlight the label’s identity and inspiration. Taking place simultaneously over two-hour periods, 8-12 brands will present for the entire day, three to six designers in the morning session, and three to six in the late afternoon. This format creates ease-of-flow for media, buyers, influencers, and VIPs, allowing them to move through studios and spend time with designers.
New York Men’s Day: Call for Designers
NYMD draws a diverse and influential large audience, including fashion industry insiders, buyers, stylists and editors. Designers who are selected to participate, will receive extensive media coverage, a chance to meet and showcase their work to potential buyers, and an opportunity to network with industry professionals. NYMD covers the cost of 85% of presentation costs for each chosen designer.
The New York Men’s Day selection committee for this season includes stylist Memsor Kamarake, Editor-in-Chief of Complex Media Aria Hughes, Editor-in-Chief of Grazia USA Joseph Errico, and Nordstrom’s Men’s Fashion and Editorial Director Jian DeLeon.
To apply for New York Men’s Day, interested designers can visit our website www.newyorkmensday.com and fill out an application form. Applications will be accepted starting Tuesday, October 14th through Friday, November 14th, 2025.
