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Prince Mario-Max Schaumburg-Lippe: Malan Breton – The Most Anticipated NYFW 2025 Show

The Age of the Machine, The Heart of Humanity

Norah Lawlor is not only THE Star and Power PR ir NYC but when she tells a story about her per Clients we know it is going to be awesome: When the lights dim inside the historic Léman Ballroom on 41 Broad Street, anticipation will be palpable. Industry insiders, celebrities, and global press are already calling it the most awaited event of New York Fashion Week 2025: Malan Breton’s SS26 collection presentation, The Age of the Machine, The Heart of Humanity.

Breton, the Taiwanese-born designer known as a true multi-hyphenate—fashion icon, filmmaker, musician, and showman—has conceived his Spring/Summer 2026 womenswear and menswear collections as more than a runway show. Instead, it is a play in four acts, a theatrical odyssey through compassion, time, transformation, and legacy. Four Tony Award-winning Broadway stars will join models on the runway, blurring the boundaries between stagecraft and couture.

A Play in Four Acts

Act I – 

The Heart

The curtain rises on humanity itself, and Breton directs the spotlight toward compassion. In support of CaringKind, the New York nonprofit devoted to Alzheimer’s care and awareness, this act honors caregivers’ resilience. Silks, draped tailoring, and ethereal fabrics become metaphors for tenderness, hope, and love that persists even in the most fragile of moments.

Act II – 

Time

Here, the precision of technology collides with artistry. In partnership with King Seiko, the revered Japanese watchmaker, Breton explores the beauty of craft and the relentless march of time. Architectural cuts, metallic tones, and futuristic lines echo both the gears of a clock and the pulse of innovation.

Act III – 

Transformation

Breton redefines identity through reinvention, collaborating with Wigs.com and legendary hairstylist Vivienne Mackinder. Hair becomes theater in motion, wigs transform characters before the audience’s eyes, and each look is reborn in an explosion of creativity. It is a testament to resilience and the power of metamorphosis—fashion as evolution.

Act IV – 

Legacy

The finale pays homage to the opulence of the Gilded Age, interpreted through modern eyes. Produced in collaboration with SohoMuse, Breton reinvents grandeur with brocades, silks, and richly embellished structures, evoking the elegance of 19th-century salons while pushing into the future. It is both nostalgic and boldly avant-garde, a reminder that true legacy is built on creativity, community, and courage.

Music as a Narrative

For the first time, Malan Breton steps into the role of composer, debuting an original score that guides the show’s emotional arc. The soundtrack blends orchestral arrangements with futuristic soundscapes, creating a dialogue between human emotion and mechanical precision.

“The score became the heartbeat of the show,” Breton reveals. “Having started my life as a musician and ballet danseur, I always understood how movement and music shape emotion. Now, they shape the runway.”

This musical dimension positions the show not only as a fashion event but as a multisensory performance, drawing comparisons to opera, ballet, and symphonic theatre.

A Designer Beyond Boundaries

Breton’s reputation precedes him: celebrated by British Vogue as “The Most Influential Designer You’ve Never Heard Of” and crowned “The Internet’s Favorite Designer” by Yahoo News, his career spans more than two decades and over 100 international awards. From dressing Emma Thompson, Priyanka Chopra, and Billy Porter, to gracing over 200 magazine covers, to starring in television and directing films—Breton has always been a creative who transcends categories.

His fashion films (Je Suis Mona, Immortal) have won acclaim on the global stage, and his upcoming feature, 莉莉, promises to combine martial arts, music, and fashion in cinematic form. Yet with The Age of the Machine, The Heart of Humanity, Breton seems poised to present the masterpiece of his career—a fusion of all his talents.

More Than a Show, A Movement

Breton’s SS26 collection is not just clothing on a catwalk. It is an act of storytelling, philanthropy, and artistry. With sponsors like King Seiko, SohoMuse, and Wigs.com and partners including Back of Bottle and Odilis Lashes, the production underscores how fashion can unite industry and artistry in service of something larger: a reflection of who we are and what we may yet become.

In the words of Malan Breton, “Wherever you go, shine…” And shine he will, as the curtain rises on what promises to be the most unforgettable show of NYFW 2025.

Breton presents SS26: The Age of the Machine, The Heart of Humanity, 41 Broad Street, NYC

A play in four acts, where fashion meets theatre, music, and legacy.

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Prince Mario-Max Schaumburg-Lippe: Malan Breton Spring/Summer 2026 Spectacle Everyone Will Be Talking About

New York, NY on Friday, September 12, 2025 • 8:00 p.m. • Léman Ballroom, 41 Broad Street
Clear your calendar. Malan Breton is poised to deliver the event of the season – a high-gloss, high-style masterclass that reminds New York why it’s the world’s fashion capital. This isn’t just a runway show; it’s a grand declaration of style, cinema, and craftsmanship from a designer who never settles for less than a show-stopping moment. “Thanks to Norah Lawlor, New Yorks PR Superpower, the world will take notice.”, H.H. Dr. Prince Mario-Max Schaumburg-Lippe adds.

Why this will be the show

Breton’s presentations don’t whisper; they sing. Expect precise, sculptural tailoring that moves like choreography; liquid silks and luminous satins that catch the light as if the garments have their own spotlight; couture-level hand-finishing that rewards you from three rows back and from three inches away. The room will glow, the cameras will hum, and the looks will hit that sweet spot where Old-World glamour meets New-York velocity.

The house codes—amped to maximum

  • Power tailoring, softer edge: Razor-sharp jackets paired with fluid trousers and bias-cut skirts—strength with grace, engineered to flatter.

  • Evening, upgraded: Column gowns with immaculate architecture; tuxedo-inspired dresses with a midnight sheen; crystal constellations that sparkle without shouting.

  • Menswear with presence: Extended lines, modern lapels, and red-carpet polish—the kind of suiting that photographs like a dream and wears even better.

  • Palette with purpose: Jet, ivory, and champagne as the foundation; jolts of sapphire, orchid, and sunrise gold for looks that turn every corridor into a catwalk.

A venue built for legend

The Léman Ballroom is a cinematic stage: soaring ceilings, sweeping sightlines, and the gravitas to match Breton’s ambition. It’s the perfect canvas for a show that reads like a film—quiet opening, surging middle, finale that lifts the entire room. Expect a soundscape that glides from string flourishes to heartbeat basslines, lighting that paints the air, and an atmosphere so charged you can feel the fabric before it reaches you.

Red-carpet DNA

Breton dresses the moment: premieres, galas, spotlights that require poise and presence. His clothes understand the camera—how it needs a line, a gleam, a whisper of movement—and they deliver. SS26 doubles down on that photo-literate glamour, crafted for the aisle, the after-party, and the morning-after headlines.

Craft first, always

Behind every exit is a disciplined atelier: immaculate seams, hand-set embellishment, heirloom techniques refreshed for right now. Breton’s team treats each look like a one-off treasure—because in this house, luxury is a promise kept in the details.

If you know, you know. If you don’t—this is your moment.

Prince Mario-Max Schaumburg-Lippe: Catwalk Furbaby Returns to Sony Hall: Film, Fashion & Philanthropy Take the Spotlight

New York, NY — September 9, 2025 — What began as a groundbreaking New York Fashion Week runway concept has stepped confidently onto the silver screen. Last night at Sony Hall—inside the historic Paramount Hotel in the heart of Times Square—ELYSIAN Impact premiered Catwalk Furbaby 2, a vibrant documentary that celebrates the glamour of couture, the dedication of designers and models, and the lifesaving mission of rescue organizations united under one powerful idea: “Where Fashion Meets Philanthropy.”

A Night of Purpose-Driven Style

The evening opened with a 7:00 PM red carpet, a whirl of cameras and conversation as guests arrived to honor a movement that merges style with service. At 7:30 PM, the lights dimmed and the first public screening of Catwalk Furbaby 2 began—an energizing, behind-the-scenes look at how creative visionaries and compassionate partners transform runway moments into real-world impact. An exclusive after-party followed in the same storied venue, extending the sense of celebration and community well into the night.

The ELYSIAN Effect

Conceived by ELYSIAN Founder Karen Floyd, the Catwalk Furbaby platform has quickly become one of Fashion Week’s most forward-thinking programs: part high-fashion spectacle, part philanthropic engine. The new film captures that dynamism—showing how designers, models, and animal advocates collaborate with remarkable focus and heart. From fittings to final walks, from shelter introductions to adoption spotlights, viewers see how each element is orchestrated to elevate both artistry and advocacy.

Couture With a Cause

Catwalk Furbaby 2 shines a light on the designers whose creativity animates the runway, the models who carry the story with grace, and the rescue animals whose presence reminds everyone what this platform is all about: connection, compassion, and second chances. The documentary underscores how charitable partners and fashion houses work hand in hand—using visibility to mobilize resources, grow volunteer networks, and expand the reach of animal welfare initiatives and other charitable causes.

Where Fashion Meets Philanthropy

Catwalk Furbaby’s signature line is more than a tagline—it’s a working blueprint. Each production unites editorial-level styling, precision showcraft, and heartfelt storytelling, creating a halo effect that benefits shelters and community organizations long after the lights go down. The premiere at Sony Hall affirmed that ethos: industry excellence can be a catalyst for lasting good.

About ELYSIAN & ELYSIAN Impact

ELYSIAN is a luxury lifestyle brand dedicated to empowering women through storytelling, mentorship, and philanthropy, with a special focus on Aspiring Women and Inspiring Women. Through ELYSIAN Impact, the publication has disbursed over $17 million to support initiatives for women, children, animals, service, and the environment—a testament to its commitment to values-driven leadership and measurable impact.

With Gratitude to Norah Lawlor

This premiere’s reach was amplified by the deft guidance of Norah Lawlor and Lawlor Media Group, whose top-tier public relations support helped bring together the fashion community, media, and philanthropic partners for a truly unforgettable evening. Thank you, Norah, for championing this cause and elevating the conversation around fashion’s power to do good.