NYFW Street Style Showcased Political Statements Amid the Fashion

Attendees wore pins and accessories to bring attention to immigration issues during the Fall/Winter 2026 shows.

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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Despite the freezing cold weather, New York Fashion Week attendees made bold style statements with their coats, bags, jewelry, and hairpins. But beyond the fashion, many also opted to wear "ICE OUT" pins, which are part of an ACLU-endorsed campaign to bring attention to the increased presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement in the United States.

Why it matters

Fashion weeks are not just about the latest trends, but also serve as a platform for attendees to make political and social statements. The prevalence of "ICE OUT" pins at NYFW reflects the ongoing national conversation around immigration policies and the role of organizations like ICE.

The details

Our street style photographer, Emily Malan, spotted the political pins alongside the usual array of stylish accessories outside shows featuring designers like Rachel Scott's debut at Proenza Schouler, Collina Strada, and Calvin Klein. The pins are part of an ACLU-endorsed campaign to raise awareness about ICE's increased presence and activities in the United States.

  • The Fall/Winter 2026 New York Fashion Week shows took place in February 2026.

The players

Emily Malan

A street style photographer who captured the fashion and political statements made by NYFW attendees.

ACLU

The American Civil Liberties Union, which has endorsed the "ICE OUT" pin campaign to bring attention to the increased presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement in the United States.

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The takeaway

The prevalence of political statements at NYFW, such as the "ICE OUT" pins, demonstrates how major fashion events can be used to draw attention to important social and political issues beyond just the latest styles.