CONTENT BY CHIA-TA TSAI

PHOTOGRAPHY BY CHIA-TA TSAI

NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 – Alice + Olivia by Stacey Bendet turned Surrogate’s Court into a patriotic playground for Spring 2026 “The American Woman.” Guests from Ashlee Simpson to Nicky Hilton sipped Casamigos while DJ Blu DeTiger kept the energy high.

The presentation unfolded like a collage of American icons: denim studded with crystals, pearl-encrusted jackets, and bold red-white tailoring popped against murals of Lady Liberty and dollar signs. Preppy stripes staged as tennis sets gave way to pop-art diner backdrops, while finale gowns shimmered beneath a giant flag.

With faces like Theolanda Franco and Aqua Parios leading the cast, the show leaned into glamour and Americana attitude — playful, nostalgic, and modern all at once.

The presentation unfolded like a collage of American icons: denim studded with crystals, pearl-encrusted jackets, and bold red-white tailoring popped against murals of Lady Liberty and dollar signs. Preppy stripes staged as tennis sets gave way to pop-art diner backdrops, while finale gowns shimmered beneath a giant flag.

DANIEL QUINTANILLA