Oh, mama! Baby bumps rule and tots take to the runway as New York Fashion Week celebrates motherhood
Collina Strada's New York Fashion Week show celebrates motherhood with moms and babies on the runway.
Designer Karolina Liebers steals the spotlight
At Collina Strada's New York Fashion Week show, designer Karolina Liebers took center stage with her five-month-old daughter Florence. Florence, wearing a teal onesie and bejeweled hat, was perched on her hip as Karolina paraded down the catwalk in a floor-length frock.
The collection, titled 'Stronger,' emphasized the power of the femme body and mind. The show notes read, 'In a man's world that believes might is right, we at Collina Strada believe femme is a flex.' Karolina's presence with her baby on the runway exemplified this message perfectly.
Designer Maddie Moon shines while pregnant
Another highlight of the Collina Strada show was designer Maddie Moon, who was 32 weeks pregnant. She turned heads with her stunning outfit, consisting of black lace boxing shorts and a mint-colored blouse buttoned above her bump. Moon shared that the outfit made her feel sexy and empowered, breaking away from the usual disregard for how pregnant models feel in their clothing.
Maddie Moon's presence on the runway challenged traditional beauty standards and showcased the beauty of pregnancy.
Celebrating diversity and inclusivity in fashion
Collina Strada's New York Fashion Week show is not only celebrating motherhood but also promoting diversity and inclusivity in the fashion industry. Brand creative director Hillary Taymour designs garments for those typically overlooked by fashion, and then books them for her runways. This inclusive approach challenges the traditional norms of beauty and body standards.
By featuring moms and pregnant models on the runway, Collina Strada is sending a powerful message that motherhood and femininity are to be celebrated and embraced.
