FRAGMENTED ROYALTY: AKNVAS REIMAGINES REGAL FASHION AT NYFW

Christian Juul Nielsen debuted his Fall/Winter 2025 collection for AKNVAS, Fragmented Royalty, this afternoon at Location05 Studios near Hudson Yards. A dramatic reinvention of regal fashion, the collection deconstructs opulence into bold, free-spirited silhouettes inspired by Danish princesses Alexandra, Dagmar, and Thyna.

The Vision: Rebellion Meets Royalty

At the heart of Fragmented Royalty is the idea of transformation—where grandeur dissolves into something untamed and new. Traditional ball gowns, often symbols of restriction, are reimagined as playful bubble-hem skirts, cinched at the waist with delicate bows. The voluminous silhouettes remain, but they move with ease, made for adventure rather than obligation.

The Wild Awakening

As the collection progresses, the narrative deepens: the princess steps into the unknown, wrapping herself in layers of warmth. Faux mink, printed with lynx-like markings, evokes the spirit of an untamed world. Northern-inspired furs appear in snow-dusted earthy tones, each piece feeling as if it were gathered along a journey, adapted to an unpredictable landscape.

Ethereal Elegance

A section of sheer and taffeta gowns flows like whispers of forgotten dreams. Cinched with cascading bows and delicate ribbons, these gowns embody movement—light as air yet structured with a quiet strength. They feel as if hastily fastened before a midnight escape, remnants of a forgotten ball.

A Footwear Statement

The runway featured a continued partnership with Stuart Weitzman, highlighting their elegant Mary Jane offerings for women, while Nike provided footwear for the men’s looks. This contrast between refined femininity and street-inspired practicality perfectly complemented the collection’s theme of reinvention.

A Star-Studded Affair

Notable attendees included Tommy Dorfman, Coco Rocha, Meredith Marks, Erin Lichy, and Larsen Thompson, adding a touch of celebrity glamour to the show’s rebellious elegance.

The AKNVAS Legacy

Founded in 2019, AKNVAS is the brainchild of Christian Juul Nielsen, a designer with experience at Dior and Oscar de la Renta. Known for luxurious fabrics, innovative draping, and silhouettes that move effortlessly from day to night, the brand quickly gained a following among celebrities like Kylie Jenner, Sabrina Carpenter, Ariana Grande, and Jennifer Lopez.

AKNVAS Fragmented Royalty continues its mission of blending couture-level craftsmanship with modern ease, proving that even in fashion, royalty can be redefined.

Creative Director: Christian Juul Nielsen
Styling: Ketevan Gvaramadze
Make-Up: Tegan Rice x UBATI
Hair: Rutger x UBERLISS
Footwear: Stuart Weitzman and Nike
Water: Voss
Production: Christina Neault
PR: Agentry PR

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