The Best Looks From New York Fashion Week Fall-Winter 2021

Once again, we're witnessing history as designers present their fall-winter collections amidst a global pandemic. An act of resilience, the new season showcases not only an adaptable industry staying afloat, but the sheer force of creativity at a time when many of us struggle with lockdown fatigue. Brands continue to stray from the traditional fashion schedule—CFDA chairman Tom Ford announced the official renaming of New York Fashion Week the as the American Collections Calendar—but we're not lacking the luster from the magic of the runway, even if we're watching from the comfort of our own screens.

Read on to see ELLE.com's favorite looks, and make sure to check back as we update our gallery throughout the season with the latest socially distanced shows, virtual presentations, and more.