At Carolina Herrera, creative director Wes Gordon created an artful environment to show his fall 2025 collection. Individual flowers emerged from the floor, nestled in what looked like piles of debris. The effect was somewhat haunting, but still chic against the gowns parading down the runway.

This season, the runway shows did two things; showcase the best of big brands, and for supporting up and coming designers.

But when four Washington Post journalists brought instant cameras along for our Fashion Week adventures, the assignment invited us to savor the sights that made us want to linger