Just when you thought Next Gen NYC couldn’t get more dramatic, the cast arrived for their first-ever reunion ready to spill more Season 2 secrets in jaw-dropping style.
How to Watch
Next Gen NYC airs on Wednesdays at 9 p.m. ET on Bravo. Episodes stream next day on Peacock.
Cast members Ariana Biermann, Riley Burruss, Ava Dash, Emira D’Spain, Gia Giudice, Shai Fruchter, Rowan Henchy, Brooks Marks, Georgia McCann, Hudson McLeroy, Liam Obergfoll, and Charlie Zakkour all donned their finest outfits for their sit-down with Andy Cohen. While some opted to be casual and comfortable for the big day, others preferred to break out their finest duds, choosing outfits comprised of custom designed dresses and 100 carats of natural diamonds.
The men of the group showed off their sense of style with monochromatic looks, sharp suits, pops of leather, and classic denim. Meanwhile, the women donned super sleek ensembles with fun details including high-cut slits, bold cutouts, and fun embellishments.
Read on to learn more about each individual Next Gen NYC Season 2 reunion look and see what each cast member told Bravo Insider about their outfits backstage.
Ariana Biermann
Dress: Babyboo Fashion; Shoes: Prada; Hairstylist: Haley Logan; Makeup Artist: Albana Becovic
“I wanted to come in with something that represented who I truly am and in my heart,” she explained to Bravo Insider backstage. She also elaborated via email, “Needed an angelic vibe after my behavior [during Season 2]…”
Riley Burruss
Dress: LaQuan Smith; Jewelry: Nadri; Shoes: Paris Texas; Stylist: Daniel Hawkins; Hairstylist: Tamara Laureus; Makeup Artist: George Miguel Arnone
“I’m wearing LaQuan Smith, I wanted to give some reds, some browns, some golds. You know, just popping it,” Riley explained backstage.
She told Bravo Insider via email that she was giving “an effortless glamorous, youthful, statuesque, celebratory look,” for her first reunion.
Ava Dash
Dress: Natalie Rolt; Jewelry: Jacquie Aiche; Shoes: Manolo Blahnik; Fashion Stylist: Rachel Roy; Hairstylist: Brenton; Makeup Artist: Tanya
“I’m giving, like, Princess Jasmine, belly dancer realness, jewelry with some turquoise,” Ava explained to Bravo Insider backstage.
In an email to Bravo Insider, it was noted that the inspiration for the look was Ava “coming into her own” and “the great models and personalities before her. Beverly Johnson, the first black woman on the cover of Vogue in 1974.”
Emira D’Spain
Dress: Maria Lucia Hohan; Jewelry: Over 100 carats of natural diamonds from Maison Spoiled; Shoes: Rene Caovilla; Hairstylist: Kendall Williams
“I’m serving Greek fantasy,” Emira, who did her own makeup for the big day, explained to Bravo Insider backstage. “Very Siren, goddess, stepped off the ocean to be here today.”
Gia Giudice
Dress: Custom designed by Undone by Kate; Jewelry: Nicole Ross; Shoes: Britt Netta; Fashion Stylist: Cassidy McNeill; Hairstylist: Lina Kidis; Makeup Artist: Olivia Giudice
“It’s just very classy,” Gia explained of her custom dress, before telling Bravo Insider via email that her look was giving “quiet luxury meets modern romance.”
Shai Fruchter
Outfit: Casey Casey, Elena Dawson; Shoes: Maison Margiela
“My jacket is Elena Dawson. She’s incredible,” Shai told Bravo Insider backstage. He added via email that he was inspired by The Cure with his outfit.
Rowan Henchy
Dress: Alice + Olivia; Jewelry: Cartier, Rolex, Van Cleef & Arpels; Shoes: Christopher Kane; Hairstylist: Dylan Silver; Makeup Artist: Mark De Los Reyes
As Rowan explained to Bravo Insider backstage, “I’m wearing a little black beaded dress and it’s Alice + Olivia. It’s small, chic, and petite. Just like me.”
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Brooks Marks
Outfit: Fendi Resort; Jewelry: Meredith Marks & Cartier; Shoes: Nike
“I wanted to do something that felt fresh and not super reunion-y,” Brooks explained to Bravo Insider backstage.
“I’m wearing a jacket with a shirt and oversized pants. Pop of color,” he added before he quipped, “I wanted to lean into the Rocky Horror aspect, but I’m never talking about that [again].”
Via email, Brooks also shared that his Brooks Marks Resort Collection was his inspiration for the day’s look.
Georgia McCann
Outfit: Iseder; Shoes: Gucci; Stylist: Self; Hairstylist: Grayson Ozturk; Makeup Artist: FrankyOnTheFace
“I’m wearing this New York designer called Iseder. She’s also the dress I wore for our photoshoot. I love working with her I think she’s so good. I’m very excited,” Georgia explained to Bravo Insider backstage.
Hudson McLeroy
Shirt: Enfants Riches Déprimés; Pants: Chome Hearts; Jewelry: Audemars Piguet Openworked 15303ST, Chrome Hearts; Shoes: Saint Laurent; Stylist: Self
Hudson told Bravo Insider backstage that he decided to go “a little more casual” with his reunion look, admitting he was having second thoughts. “I showed up and Shai’s wearing a suit,” he said. “So we’ll have to see how I look out there.”
Liam Obergfoll
Outfit: Fendi; Shoes: YSL; Jewelry: Maria Tash; Fashion Stylist: Mercedes Natalia; Grooming: Frankie
Liam’s stylist, Mercedes Natalia, told Bravo Insider via email that she wanted Liam’s first reunion look “to feel effortlessly cool with relaxed tailoring that felt both easy and interesting.”
Charlie Zakkour
Shoes: Timberland
Charlie shared with Bravo Insider backstage at the reunion that after looking at “another couple of good options,” he ultimately selected his denim look paired with Timberland shoes.
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