What the Buyers Are Buying From the Spring 2024 Runways

Editors, influencers, stylists and show-goers can share what they loved most from a season’s runways, but, in the end, what matters is what people buy from the new collections. To get an accurate sense for what’s going to trend in six months, you have to ask the buyers, merchandisers and fashion directors at major retailers about what’s catching their eye, what they placed orders for and what they’re betting on. That’s why we do it every season. 

Luxury womenswear buyers especially loved the Spring 2024 collections of Prada, The Row and Dries van Noten, and really responded to sportswear and spring dresses on the runway. Ahead, see the pieces they’re still thinking about from New York, London, Milan and Paris — and what one person described as her “died-and-gone-to-heaven look.”

Stacy Smallwood, Owner, Hampden Clothing 

Sacai: “This look encapsulates the Spring 2024 season with its contrasting black-and-white minimalism, alongside an element of transparency in the flowy, wide-leg trousers.”

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Liane Wiggins, Head of Womenswear, MatchesFashion 

Valentino: “A beautifully crafted design, a forever dress to keep in your archive.”

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Jodi Kahn, Vice President of Luxury Fashion, Neiman Marcus 

Erdem: “This look is a true embodiment of the Spring 2024 collection — full skirt, vivid colors on a strong, confident woman. I love the use of bright red and pink mixed with white as a modern approach to a printed dress.”

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Roopal Patel, SVP, Fashion Director, Saks 

Prada: “Prada’s light and airy organza and gazar dress in icy blue, paired with the pop of red pumps was dreamy and our favorite look of the season.”

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Rickie De Sole, Women’s Fashion Director, Nordstrom

Bottega Veneta: “Bottega Veneta’s spring collection exemplifies house codes and Italian artisanal leather craftsmanship. This tonal look has a warm, clean palette and offers artful layering and expertly detailed handwork.”

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Brigitte Chartrand, VP of Womenswear Buying, Ssense

Balenciaga: “The coolest bride of the season!”

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Caroline Maguire, Fashion Director, Shopbop

Rabanne: “I love the mix of silhouettes and textures on this stand-out Rabanne look. What particularly draws me in is the hooded top paired with the mesh chain mini and statement belt. Love this with the gladiator sandal.”

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Sherri McMullen, founder, McMullen

Diotima: “Diotima’s NYFW presentation was one of the top highlights of the week. The collection radiated a distinct Caribbean flair, infusing a palpable sense of sensuality and allure.”

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Linda Fargo, SVP Fashion and Store Presentation Director, Bergdorf Goodman

Valentino: “Hang up all your black jackets for a season and stock up on white! Pants are optional.”

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Libby Page, Market Director, Net-a-Porter

Gabriela Hearst: “Organza was the fabric of the season. If you’re looking for something less feminine and sleeker, this Gabriela Hearst look is the way to go.”

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