The stars came out in full force for Ralph Lauren.
The iconic American fashion label presented its fall/holiday 2024 collection for an intimate crowd of stylish industry tastemakers including Anna Wintour, Jodie Turner-Smith, Jessica Chastain and Kerry Washington. The exclusive event took place on Monday, April 29 in New York City, set inside Lauren’s private design studio, an homage to the designer’s “first women’s show in 1972 where he presented his collection to a small group of editors and friends,” according to the brand.
Lauren, who serves as the Chief Creative Officer of Ralph Lauren Corporation, says that this collection celebrates “timelessness” and “individuality.”
“The woman I design for has a beauty that comes from an inner confidence,” the designer explains in show notes shared with PEOPLE. “She dresses for herself. Her style is personal and bold. She’ll throw a hand-tailored jacket over a glamorous evening dress. She believes in quiet sophistication not defined by time or trends. My Fall/Holiday 2024 Collection is inspired by that woman, her sense of timelessness, her individuality — a style that is forever.”
Take a look inside the star-studded runway show, from backstage to the afterparty at New York’s iconic Polo Bar.
Jodie Turner-Smith
Turner-Smith gave Western-inspired style a glamorous update with an intricate gold poncho over a green and red sequin gown and knee-high cowboy boots. Her knee-high cowboy boots and brown cowboy hat amped up the Americana vibes, while her oversized gold jewelry added a touch of bold glamour.
Jessica Chastain
The actress arrived at the event in a silver halter-style top and high-waisted, wide-leg black trousers. She accessorized with a small silver purse that matched her top and her signature copper hair was styled into loose waves.
Kerry Washington
The Scandal alum leaned into the color-blocking trend with a teal satin button-down shirt and high-waisted purple skirt with a thigh-high slit. Her accessories were equally impactful — platform sandals, a Western-style belt and an array of colorful beaded necklaces.
To top off the look, Washington’s hair was styled into a long braid that draped over her shoulder.
Glenn Close and Jessica Chastain
Glenn Close and Jessica Chastain were all smiles while sitting front row at the Ralph Lauren runwayshow. Close, 77, looked elegant in a cream-colored suit while Chastain, 47, glittered in silver. The ladies also showed off their matching silver Ralph Lauren clutch purses.
Morgan Spector and Hannah Einbinder
Actors Morgan Spector and Hannah Einbinder also sat side by side in the front row. Spector looked dapper in a black and white pinstripe suit and patterned black tie while Einbinder wore a multicolored plaid halter-style gown with a plunging neckline.
Anna Wintour and Nicole Phelps
Vogue’s editor-in-chief Anna Wintour and runway director Nicole Phelps showed off their smart style in the front row. Wintour wore a blue-and-white striped dress (and her signature sunglasses, of course) while Phelps went for a black pinstripe suit.
Kerry Washington, Glenn Close and Jessica Chastain
The stylish ladies took in the Ralph Lauren fa//holiday 2024 runway show.
Backstage Looks
Backstage, models show off their looks, exemplifying the collection’s mix of Americana-inspired style and glamorous femininity.
Christy Turlington
The legendary supermodel took the runway in a monochromatic beige ensemble consisting of a collard shirt, tie, trousers and trench coat.
Irina Shayk
Irina Shayk donned a chocolate brown belted jumpsuit, which was styled with a chunky silver choker and silver earrings.
Ralph Lauren
The designer took his final bow (and received a standing ovation) at the conclusion of the fall/holiday 2024 collection.