A long-standing epicenter of New York and fashion history, Waldorf Astoria New York is excited to welcome an exhibition in partnership with the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) to champion the next generation of creative talent during this year’s NYFW. The activation will transform the iconic Peacock Alley vitrines into a public fashion exhibition that spotlights showtopping evening gowns from up-and-coming FIT student designers, centering around themes of Art Deco, craftsmanship, and the structural artistry of the hoop dress. The display will be open to the public from September 1st-20th, 2026.