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Rohan Narang Brings a Delicate Nature-Inspired

Runway to Earth Day 2026 in Times Square

OUR BUREAU Lohia. The showcase was modelled
by Elena Sapov, Ishika Muchhal, Lil-
New York, NY
ly Stix, Artie, and Christine Mendes,
ohan Narang Fashions show- each bringing distinct energy to the
cased its Spring Summer col- runway and translating the collec-
Rlection at Earth Day 2026 in tion’s softness into a confident public
Times Square, unveiling a runway moment.
story inspired by the gentler language The Times Square program also
of nature. The presentation blended positioned fashion within a wider
soft romance with modern silhouettes conversation on sustainability and
and nature-led motifs, and included a wellbeing. Participants included Yale
partial sustainable capsule shaped by University’s Dr. Christopher Pit-
mindful material choices and respon- tenger, psychiatrist Dr. Anna Yusim,
sible design intentions. resilience expert Dr. Eva Selhub, Pe-
Earth Day 2026 in Times Square ter Sullivan, and other global contrib-
brought together voices across sus- utors across disciplines, underscoring
tainability, cinema, fashion, medicine, that climate action is environmental,
and mental health in a public gather- cultural, and deeply human.
ing focused on awareness, reflection, For Narang, that intersection is
and collective action. The Earth Day precisely where fashion belongs. His
Times Square program, produced for Earth Day runway served as a reminder
over 24 years by Rev. Paul Sladkus, that progress is not only built through
founder of the nonprofit Good News grand declarations, but through
Corporation and long-time Earth quieter choices: how garments are
Day advocate, was presented along- sibility behind what we create and The collection moved with ease. designed, produced, repeated, and
side partners including EarthDay.org, consume. Soft silhouettes, romantic detailing, valued. At Earth Day 2026, the mes-
Ommm Presents, and the Office of Within that larger platform, Ro- and nature references carried a mod- sage landed with clarity: sometimes
the New York City Comptroller. han Narang offered an Earth Day ern forest-fairy sensibility while stay- the strongest statement is softness,
The free clean energy event fea- interpretation that felt intentionally ing grounded in wearability. A palette crafted with intention, and placed
tured more than 50 performers and light and fresh. Rather than leaning of gentle lavenders, blush tones, pale into the world with responsibility.
speakers across the stage and exhi- into heavy symbolism, the collection greens, and sun-warmed metallic Rohan Narang Fashions is a New
bition area, alongside virtual appear- celebrated the early, delicate bloom hints paired with flowing textures and York-based fashion label known for
ances from UN Peace Messengers of the natural world: new buds, pet- clean structure to evoke a New York elegant design, refined craftsmanship,
including Stevie Wonder, Oprah als, feathers, daisies, green leaves, summer with a poetic edge. and a distinct sense of luxury. With
Winfrey, Leonardo DiCaprio, and and airy pastel tones. In the center of Produced as part of the Earth an eye for detail and a passion for ex-
UNICEF’s Shakira. The 2026 edition Times Square, a place defined by scale Day Times Square special segment, pressive style, the brand creates piec-
was presented as a tribute to the Jane and spectacle, the runway delivered the fashion show was supported by as- es that blend sophistication with indi-
Goodall Foundation, reinforcing a something quieter and more endur- sociate producers Iveth Carolina and viduality, offering fashion that is both
spirit of stewardship and the respon- ing: presence, care, and refinement. Gail Reynolds, with producer Neha visually striking and deeply wearable.

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