Sergio Hudson Celebrates 10 Years with Slinky, Sensual Fall 2026 Collection

The designer's anniversary show drew inspiration from powerful female icons like Aretha Franklin and Dominique Deveraux.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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Sergio Hudson's Fall 2026 runway show at the New York Public Library on Friday night marked a decade of his brand. The collection conveyed a more intimate, boudoir-inspired aesthetic compared to Hudson's typically high-energy presentations, with a focus on luxurious suiting, high-shine evening gowns, and vibrant velvet and sequined pieces. The designer cited inspirations like Aretha Franklin's iconic 1998 Grammys performance, the character Dominique Deveraux from "Dynasty," and Cruella de Vil, as he aimed to showcase the origins of the "Sergio Hudson woman."

Why it matters

As Hudson celebrates 10 years of his brand, the shift in his design approach reflects changing consumer preferences, with his customers gravitating more towards special, intricate pieces over basic basics. The collection also highlights Hudson's ability to evolve his aesthetic while staying true to his brand's DNA of bold, glamorous womenswear.

The details

Hudson's Fall 2026 collection featured a strong emphasis on structured, strong-shouldered suiting as well as luxurious, high-shine evening gowns. The designer also incorporated vibrant takes in velvet and sequins, a departure from his typically electrifying runway shows. Hudson explained that he wanted to convey a more intimate, boudoir-inspired mood for this milestone collection.

  • Sergio Hudson's Fall 2026 runway show took place on Friday, February 14, 2026 in New York City.

The players

Sergio Hudson

An American fashion designer celebrating the 10th anniversary of his eponymous brand, known for his bold, glamorous womenswear designs.

Aretha Franklin

The legendary American singer who performed at the 1998 Grammys, inspiring Hudson's collection.

Dominique Deveraux

A character from the TV series "Dynasty" that Hudson cited as a muse for his Fall 2026 collection.

Cruella de Vil

The iconic villain from the "101 Dalmatians" franchise, who also served as an inspiration for Hudson's designs.

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What they’re saying

“The initial inspiration was a performance of Aretha Franklin at the 1998 Grammys. She filled in for [Luciano] Pavarotti last minute because he was sick, and in that moment, I was like, 'Wow, there is no woman more powerful than this.'”

— Sergio Hudson, Fashion Designer (WWD)

“These characters played an integral part in me and who the Sergio Hudson woman is. I wanted to show people where this all came from. And my mother, you know, would be in 6-inch heels at church on a Sunday morning, and I grew up with her.”

— Sergio Hudson, Fashion Designer (WWD)

What’s next

Hudson's Fall 2026 collection will be available for purchase at his brand's flagship stores and select luxury retailers later this year.

The takeaway

As Sergio Hudson celebrates a decade in the industry, his Fall 2026 collection showcases the designer's ability to evolve his bold, glamorous aesthetic while staying true to his brand's DNA. The more intimate, sensual mood of the show reflects changing consumer preferences, with Hudson's customers gravitating towards special, intricate pieces that capture the essence of the "Sergio Hudson woman."