New York Fashion Week in full swing, having kicked off with diverse menswear

Models present creations from a designer brand named Earthling at New York Fashion Week men's day. Photo: Reuters

Five menswear designers helped kick off New York Fashion Week on Friday (Sept 6), with designers citing influences as eclectic as Zanzibar beaches, the 1970s, and their own dreams.

Minnesota-based brand Earthling made their New York Fashion Week debut with a collection titled Doves Cry that was heavy on leather and denim and inspired by the 1970s and the founders' hometown hero, musician Prince.