December is officially here. From winter markets to exclusive collaborations, stores are embracing festive energy everywhere you turn, especially if you’re in NYC. Even Chanel couldn’t stay away—Matthieu Blazy just descended on downtown Manhattan to stage his first Métiers d’art runway show for the fashion house on a subway platform. If you’re looking for inspiration, just stroll down Fifth Avenue and take in Bergdorf Goodman’s iconic holiday window displays, or pop over to Rockefeller Center to see the famous tree and take a spin on the ice. This gift-giving season, lean into the merriment and peruse all that this season’s cozy capsules have to offer. First up: The North Face and Skims are back with a winter-themed collaboration. From headline-making fashion news to can’t-miss releases, here’s everything you need to know this month.
The North Face and Skims Return With a Winter Collaboration
Who: The North Face and Skims
What: Collaboration
Where: Online at skims.com and thenorthface.com
Why: Hit the slopes in style this season with The North Face and Skims’s latest collaboration. In a tonal range of brown, powder blue, and icy white, and more, the pieces effortlessly blend The North Face’s signature technical gear with Skims’s sleek and streamlined designs.
The North Face x Skims Off the Clock One Piece
The North Face x Skims Refina Legging
The North Face x Skims Nuptse Scarf
Calvin Klein Opens Soho Flagship Boutique
Who: Calvin Klein
What: Flagship
Where: Soho, New York City
Why: Following store openings in Paris and Tokyo, Calvin Klein has officially landed back in New York City. The all-new boutique, with window design crafted in collaboration with Perron Studio, opens in the heart of Soho, tapping into the iconic retailer’s downtown roots. Offerings include core Calvin Klein styles, such as denim and T-shirts, and a full range of the recently-launched shapewear line.
Calvin Klein Shine Barrel Fit Jeans
Now 40% Off
Calvin Klein Ponte Slim Blazer
Now 60% Off
Calvin Klein Sequin Mini Dress
Now 50% Off
Ralph Lauren Opens a Holiday Pop-Up in Los Angeles
Who: Ralph Lauren
What: Holiday pop-up
Where: Los Angeles
Why: Ralph Lauren is officially ringing in the gift-giving season with a holiday pop-up in L.A. To kick off the festive weekend, the iconic American retailer hosted a celeb- and VIP-filled cocktail party, complete with a private performance from Laufey. Notable guests included LaKeith Stanfield, Kaitlyn Dever, Kate Hudson, and more. The pop-up is open from December 6–7. Over the weekend, shoppers will be able to enjoy some of the activation’s special programming, from Ralph’s coffee truck to the RL Christmas tree farm, which will donate 100 percent of the purchase price to the Ralph Lauren Center for Cancer Prevention at USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center.
Ralph Lauren The Iconic Flag Sweater
Ralph Lauren Polo Play Leather Large Tote
Ralph Lauren Snowflake-Motif Wool Scarf
Ganni and Barbour Return With a Fourth Collaboration
Who: Ganni and Barbour
What: Collaboration
Where: Online at ganni.com and barbour.com
Why: Ganni and Barbour are back with a fourth edition of their popular collaboration. The collection takes classic Barbour silhouettes and injects them with Ganni’s signature playfulness. Pieces include an updated version of the 2024 Re-loved Jacket, now in a peplum shape, and a wide range of tartan designs.
Ganni x Barbour Peplum Wax Jacket in Green
Ganni x Barbour Red Tartan Tote
Now 20% Off
Ganni x Barbour Short Wax Jacket in Leopard
Now 27% Off
Michael Kors Returns to Rockefeller Center With a VIP Tree Lighting Watch Party
Who: Michael Kors
What: Tree Lighting Ceremony
Where: Rockefeller Center
Why: In honor of the reopening of the Rockefeller Center flagship boutique, Michael Kors hosted an intimate viewing party for the lighting of the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree. Guests, including Zoey Deutch, Emma Roberts, and Christopher Briney, embraced the evening’s festive energy with a toast at the in-store café, the Jet Set Lounge.
Michael Kors Embellished Stretch Knit Off-The-Shoulder Dress
Now 25% Off
Michael Kors Zoe Small Embellished Suede Pochette
Now 25% Off
Michael Kors Faux Fur Peacoat
Now 25% Off
Genesis House and Alina Cho Celebrate Ashlynn Park of Ashlyn
Who: Genesis House and Alina Cho
What: A cocktail party for Ashlynn Park of Ashlyn
Where: Genesis House, NYC
Why: Genesis House and Alina Cho teamed up once again to celebrate Ashlynn Park of New York-based label Ashlyn. The Korean-born designer recently won the 2025 CFDA Award for American Emerging Designer of the Year. In an interview prior to the ceremony, Park told ELLE that her nomination felt like an official welcome into the American fashion industry: “It was very warm and vulnerable, a message from the network and circle, adopting me as one of their designers in the industry. It’s really emotional.”
Ashlyn Aislinn Wool Silk Coat Dress
Ashlyn Charlier Printed Balloon-Sleeve Blouse
Ashlyn Callum Persimmon Maxi Skirt
Frame and Ritz Paris Return With a New Collaboration
Who: Frame and Ritz Paris
What: Collaboration
Where: Online at frame-store.com and ritzparis.com
Why: This holiday season, enjoy a slice of Paris with Frame and Ritz Paris’s latest collaboration. As with past iterations, the fifth installment naturally blends Frame’s relaxed Californian style with the enduring allure of French-girl chic, which is embodied by the capsule’s campaign, starring French actress Lou Doillon and shot at the iconic hotel overlooking the Place Vendôme. From Breton-striped sweaters to a sheer lace bodysuit, the 30-piece collection effortlessly spans both ’80s-inspired prep and old-school glamour.
Frame x Ritz Femme Leather Jacket
Frame x Ritz Paris Striped Cashmere Turtleneck Sweater
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