And so it begins—this weekend’s Burning Man marks the point at which summer’s ubiquitous, swoon-worthy vacations are replaced in our Instagram feeds by a series of events that anyone and everyone seems to somehow be attending. (Cue the FOMO.) Here, a guide to fall and winter’s biggest happenings that are about to unleash a new wave of jealousy-inducing photos into our feed—or, for those partaking, a glance at what to look forward to in summer’s wake.
Your Fall/Winter Jet-Set Itinerary
Photo: @burningman
Burning Man
When: Aug. 30 - Sept. 7
Where: Black Rock City, Nevada
Who: The brightest and boldest of the jet-set, along with those who just fear FOMO.
Why: The art. The inhibition-shedding. The workshops. The community. The release. But really, you have to go to know.
Photo: @burningman
The Fashion Week Circuit
When: New York, Sept. 10 - 17; London, Sept. 18 - 22; Milan, Sept. 23 - 29; Paris, Sept. 30 - Oct. 7
Where: New York City, London, Milan & Paris
Who: Bloggers, editors, designers, models, celebrities, fashion enthusiasts and scenesters from all over the world.
Why: It’s a giant, month-long party that spans two continents and is populated by some of the best-looking people on the planet.
Photo: @derekblasberg
Art Basel
When: Dec. 3 - Dec. 6
Where: Miami, Florida
Who: Artists, art collectors, art enthusiasts, celebrities and socialites.
Why: The parties. No wait, the art. Definitely the art. Or, the parties.
Photo: @artbasel
The Sundance Film Festival
When: Jan. 21 - Jan 31, 2016
Where: Park City, Utah
Who: Filmmakers, actors, agents, movie business executives, financiers, and people who like swag and celebrity sightings.
Why: Gifting suites, A-list parties and, sometimes, the films.
Photo: @hereisgina
The Super Bowl
When: Feb. 7
Where: Santa Clara, California
Who: Athletes, sports enthusiasts, gamblers, celebrities, and people who don’t mind having to feign interest in football.
Why: It’s February. What else is there to do?
Photo: @behatiprinsaloo
The Fashion Week Circuit (Part Two)
When: New York, Feb. 11 - 18; London, Feb. 19 - 23; Milan, Feb. 24 - Mar. 1; Paris, Mar. 2 - 9
Where: New York City, London, Milan & Paris
Who: Only those who aren't still exhausted from the September shows.
Why: Because for the “jet-set”, partying is a profession.
Photo: @chiaraferragni
