To Celebrate Its Fourth Anniversary, MELKE Serves Up a Fashion Feast – With a Side of Hidden Valley Ranch
A ranch fountain isn’t exactly the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Fashion Week – but for MELKE, the unexpected and playful is part of the charm. In a presentation that was a feast for the eyes AND the stomach, designer Emma Gage unveiled a cozy, textural collection of soft knits and relaxed tailoring in earthy tones, all in collaboration with the cult-favorite condiment, Hidden Valley Ranch.
The FW25 collection marks four years of MELKE, a brand shaped by the hospitality, humor, and heart of the American Midwest, where Gage herself hails from. This season, she took inspiration from a beloved Midwestern institution: The Supper Club. A staple of warmth and togetherness, The Supper Club is equal parts nostalgia and indulgence, and MELKE’s presentation was a love letter to that experience. Set in a space complete with menus, set tables, colorful crudités, and yes, a bubbling ranch fountain, the show invited guests to sit, stay awhile, and revel in the playful opulence of comfort.
Much like a supper club blends tradition with a wink of eccentricity, MELKE’s FW25 collection walks the line between cozy and cool, bringing together effortless silhouettes with a dash of whimsy. There’s a sense of ease woven through the collection, a mix of Midwest warmth and New York edge that feels fresh yet familiar.
Keep reading for our favorite looks from the show – and while you’re at it, come as you are, grab some hotdish, and pull up a chair at The Supper Club.
Relaxed tailoring meets funky fringe in this classic suit – with a twist! This look features nostalgic bell bottoms and soft corduroy in a deep, earthy brown, perfect for staying stylish and comfy.
An undoubtable head-turner, this knit Hidden Valley Ranch vest is whimsically paired with patterned trousers and a breezy blouse in a look that is daring but wearable. MELKE’s interweaving of playful motifs and unexpected pairings continues to be the brand’s forte!
Floaty pleats in steel blue compliment a delicate knit in a look that is sweet yet sophisticated. The oversized trench and structured mini skirt meld together, creating delicate layers of wearable, textured fabric.
see the rest of the collection below.
Credits:
Photo Credit: Chad Moon
Creative Director: Emma Gage
Production: Bacchus
PR: Lindsey Media
Stylist: Cara Benevenia
Hair: Aveda
Makeuo: Michelle Webb for Augment
Footwear: Ecco
Jewelry: Sequin Jewelry & Mercer Street Shop
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