Conner Ives Makes New York Debut with SS27 Collection 'Across the Pond'

On October 10, 2023, Conner Ives, a designer based in north London, unveiled his Spring/Summer 2027 collection titled 'Across the Pond' at The Grill in the Seagram Building. Originally from New York State, Ives relocated to London in 2014. The collection, inspired by the American Museum of Fly Fishing, showcases his complex ties to America with fish motifs. Ives prioritizes sustainability, utilizing feedstock fabrics and upcycled materials. His Protect the Dolls T-shirt has successfully generated $500,000 for transgender charities. The runway featured a lilac sweatshirt paired with a hand-painted skirt, a Clorox blue evening gown, and models including Dara and Hari Nef. Ives draws inspiration from Oscar de la Renta and Halston, remarking, 'Flamboyance and passion are inherently American traits.'