Fall is the most exciting season for me from a fashion perspective. I love the warmth of the summer and the lightness of being that it brings both in spirit and style but the anticipation of fall and the ability to play with layers again is what sartorial souls live for. The Row Fall 2024 is a nice shift in proportion and mood and the first looks tells the story neatly. The collection is cleaner, leaner, and tighter. It flirts with femininity but is still moored in androgyny. Taut turtlenecks lay the foundation for light layers. Trousers are less generous both in width and length. Hems graze ankles and knees, coats and blazers are still oversized but less so and everywhere I looked, ruching. Whether in boots, tights, or gloves, it’s the “undone”ness and the precise slouching that pleases the eye. In terms of accessories, their anchors remain solid. Margaux classic is present but another has gone bowling, Devon had a baby, and 90s bag got a sister. Simon says we’re still doing opera length gloves and if it’s too hot for boots there’s a splendid sandal and pretty pumps. And can we just call red a Row neutral now? I’m happy about the sprinkle of asymmetry (always looking for it) and as for house codes... they’re in abundance. It’s well tailored but not structured, elegant but not stuffy, and styled masterfully. They’re perfectionists who continue to improve their craft with each collection and some of it reads right through the images (i.e. one very lush camel cashmere jacket and a few luxurious leathers). I’ll say it again - it’s to be seen up close and touched to contextualize and understand it. And then you MAY not feel too badly about the spend. #therow #therowrunway #therowcollection