Pre-NYFW: AI x Fashion Kickoff
The Future is Human-in-the-Loop.
Kick off the February 2026 Fashion Week season with an exclusive evening of high-level networking and a deep-dive discussion on the convergence of Artificial Intelligence and Fashion.
Two weeks before the runway shows begin, we’re gathering 100+ curated industry leaders—founders, designers, VCs, and tech innovators—in our Flatiron studio to move past the AI hype and talk about the 2026 outlook.
The Experience
6:00 PM: Cocktails & Curated Networking.
7:00 PM: The 2026 Outlook Panel. A focused discussion on AI's role in circularity, production, and the creative process.
8:00 PM: Studio Showcase. Networking continues alongside a physical garment gallery.
The Panelists
Marie Driscoll, CFA | The Wall Street Authority
Marie is a world-renowned retail analyst and a three-time winner of The Wall Street Journal’s "Best on the Street" award for her stock selection in the fashion and luxury sectors. As the Founder of Driscoll Advisors and a Professor at Parsons The New School for Design, she bridges the gap between high-finance investment strategies and the evolving luxury market.
Perspective: She will provide the "Investor’s Lens," breaking down how AI-driven efficiency impacts brand valuations and market ROI.
Cate Khan | The Data & Scale Architect
Cate is the CEO of Trendalytics, an AI-driven platform that decodes millions of social and search signals to predict the next big consumer trends. Previously, she co-founded Verishop (raising over $70M in VC funding) and held senior leadership roles at Amazon. With a background at L’Oréal and Avon, she understands the creative soul of a brand as well as the data-heavy logic required to scale it.
Perspective: She will lead the conversation on "Predictive Logic"—demonstrating how designers can use AI to validate their intuition and eliminate inventory waste.
(Full lineup to be announced soon)
Who’s in the Room?
This event is curated for NYC-based Brand Founders, Creative Directors, CEOs, VCs, and Innovation Leads.
Dress Code: Fashion-Forward.
Access: Space is strictly limited.