Ralph Lauren Catwalk: A Landmark Book Documenting 50 Years of Quintessential American Fashion
Ralph Lauren is releasing "Ralph Lauren Catwalk," a visual archive commemorating 50 years of runway collections, on May 7, 2026. This pioneering book marks the first time an American brand is featured in the prestigious "Catwalk" series by Thames & Hudson, strengthening its iconic status in fashion.
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Ralph Lauren
Catwalk
The Complete Collections
By Bridget Foley
Published May 7, 2026 (local time)
¥14,300 (tax included)
"It was never about a shirt.
It was about a way of life." -- Ralph Lauren
NEW YORK, NY -- "Ralph Lauren Catwalk," an astonishing visual archive of Ralph Lauren's runway collections, was published on May 7, 2026 (local time). This landmark volume, celebrating nearly 60 years of innovation and continuous influence in the fashion world, brings the world of Ralph Lauren back to life. Published by Thames & Hudson, this is the 11th book in their prestigious "Catwalk" series. It is the first time an American fashion house has been featured in this renowned series, making it a historic milestone for the series itself. The book offers an unprecedented comprehensive overview of Ralph Lauren, one of the leading American luxury fashion houses.
The name Ralph Lauren is synonymous with the American lifestyle, timeless design, and impeccable quality, and has become a cultural icon that has grown the Ralph Lauren Corporation into one of the world's most successful enterprises. Ralph Lauren was the first designer to present a "total vision for a lifestyle," building a global brand that embodies style, sophistication, and an ultimate attention to detail. Starting his career in 1967 by designing ties for the Polo label, he launched his first full women's wear line in 1972, inspired by his wife and eternal muse, Ricky. Since then, the runway has served as a richer platform for expressing his narrative and vision, creating not just clothes, but "a way of life" itself.
Authored by renowned fashion journalist Bridget Foley, "Ralph Lauren Catwalk" chronologically presents Ralph Lauren's remarkable journey through visuals. This comprehensive volume features over 1,300 original runway photographs, meticulously documenting an extraordinary creative trajectory from the debut of the Fall 1972 women's collection to the Fall 2025 women's collection. The book delves into Ralph Lauren's cinematic approach to fashion and design through his runway shows, shedding light on his highly distinctive aesthetic, which encompasses a wide range of variations. For approximately 60 years, Ralph Lauren has embodied American style worldwide, fusing seemingly contradictory elements such as masculine and feminine, ruggedness and sophistication. This book allows readers to intimately experience the designer's masterful skill in creating his signature look.
The book will be available from May 7, 2026 (local time) / May 8, 2026 (Japan time) at major bookstores and online stores worldwide. This collector's edition joins the highly acclaimed "Catwalk" series from Thames & Hudson, which has sold over 2.5 million copies globally, as a new and important addition.
About Ralph Lauren Corporation
Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE: RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing, and sale of premium lifestyle products. The company offers products across five categories: apparel, footwear & accessories, home, fragrance, and hospitality. For over 50 years, Ralph Lauren has aimed to inspire the realization of a dream for a better life through authentic and timeless style. Its reputation and distinctive image have been consistently cultivated amidst the expansion of product offerings, brands, distribution, and international markets. The company's brand names include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, and Chaps. Ralph Lauren is one of the world's most widely recognized consumer brand families. For more information, please visit https://corporate.ralphlauren.com.
About the "Catwalk" Series
Thames & Hudson's "Catwalk" series boasts cumulative sales of over 2.5 million copies globally.
Catwalk
The Complete Collections
By Bridget Foley
Published May 7, 2026 (local time)
¥14,300 (tax included)
"It was never about a shirt.
It was about a way of life." -- Ralph Lauren
NEW YORK, NY -- "Ralph Lauren Catwalk," an astonishing visual archive of Ralph Lauren's runway collections, was published on May 7, 2026 (local time). This landmark volume, celebrating nearly 60 years of innovation and continuous influence in the fashion world, brings the world of Ralph Lauren back to life. Published by Thames & Hudson, this is the 11th book in their prestigious "Catwalk" series. It is the first time an American fashion house has been featured in this renowned series, making it a historic milestone for the series itself. The book offers an unprecedented comprehensive overview of Ralph Lauren, one of the leading American luxury fashion houses.
The name Ralph Lauren is synonymous with the American lifestyle, timeless design, and impeccable quality, and has become a cultural icon that has grown the Ralph Lauren Corporation into one of the world's most successful enterprises. Ralph Lauren was the first designer to present a "total vision for a lifestyle," building a global brand that embodies style, sophistication, and an ultimate attention to detail. Starting his career in 1967 by designing ties for the Polo label, he launched his first full women's wear line in 1972, inspired by his wife and eternal muse, Ricky. Since then, the runway has served as a richer platform for expressing his narrative and vision, creating not just clothes, but "a way of life" itself.
Authored by renowned fashion journalist Bridget Foley, "Ralph Lauren Catwalk" chronologically presents Ralph Lauren's remarkable journey through visuals. This comprehensive volume features over 1,300 original runway photographs, meticulously documenting an extraordinary creative trajectory from the debut of the Fall 1972 women's collection to the Fall 2025 women's collection. The book delves into Ralph Lauren's cinematic approach to fashion and design through his runway shows, shedding light on his highly distinctive aesthetic, which encompasses a wide range of variations. For approximately 60 years, Ralph Lauren has embodied American style worldwide, fusing seemingly contradictory elements such as masculine and feminine, ruggedness and sophistication. This book allows readers to intimately experience the designer's masterful skill in creating his signature look.
The book will be available from May 7, 2026 (local time) / May 8, 2026 (Japan time) at major bookstores and online stores worldwide. This collector's edition joins the highly acclaimed "Catwalk" series from Thames & Hudson, which has sold over 2.5 million copies globally, as a new and important addition.
About Ralph Lauren Corporation
Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE: RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing, and sale of premium lifestyle products. The company offers products across five categories: apparel, footwear & accessories, home, fragrance, and hospitality. For over 50 years, Ralph Lauren has aimed to inspire the realization of a dream for a better life through authentic and timeless style. Its reputation and distinctive image have been consistently cultivated amidst the expansion of product offerings, brands, distribution, and international markets. The company's brand names include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, and Chaps. Ralph Lauren is one of the world's most widely recognized consumer brand families. For more information, please visit https://corporate.ralphlauren.com.
About the "Catwalk" Series
Thames & Hudson's "Catwalk" series boasts cumulative sales of over 2.5 million copies globally.