A glamorous first-person recap of my night at the ELLE Style Awards, celebrating avant-garde fashion, iconic style moments, and creative excellence. From a bold black statement look to the electric atmosphere inside one of Romania’s most prestigious fashion events, this post captures the energy, elegance, and individuality that defined the evening.

Brandon Maxwell celebrated 10 years in fashion with his Spring/Summer 2026 NYFW show. The collection mixed playful prints, bold tailoring, feathers, fringe, and cowhide jackets, creating a joyful, stylish runway full of surprises. Read the full recap on Carmen Surugiu’s blog.