Paris Fashion Week is renowned for its creative fervor, showcasing designers who challenge traditional aesthetics. Among them, Junya Watanabe, Duran Lantink, and Chitose Abe have made significant waves with their innovative silhouettes and captivating collections for Spring/Summer 2025. Junya Watanabe, known for his boundary-pushing designs, drew inspiration from the film Ex Machina, particularly the humanoid […]
Alessandro Michele’s Valentino Debut: Lightness, Luxury and ‘Fireflies Seeking Love’
PARIS — Alessandro Michele’s inaugural runway show for Valentino was hosted in a dreamy venue dubbed the “Pavillon des Folies.” This setting provided an enchanting backdrop that reflected Michele’s unique vision and reinvigorated approach to fashion. The show, however, anticipated criticism that often circulates on social media, particularly reflections on Michele’s established identities through whimsical […]
Inside The BoF 500 Gala 2024: All the Red Carpet Looks
On Saturday, September 28, 2024, the Shangri-La Hotel in Paris transformed into a veritable celebration of high fashion and cultural achievement, playing host to The Business of Fashion (BoF) 500 Gala. The event marked a significant tradition within the fashion industry, gathering an elite community of influential figures who play pivotal roles in shaping global […]
BoF 500: The Fashion Industry Olympics Come to Paris
PARIS — Paris continues to radiate excitement following the summer Olympics, and recently hosted another grand event: the BoF 500 Gala. This prestigious gathering, held at the opulent Shangri-La Hotel, brought together a multitude of industry stalwarts—designers, business leaders, image makers, and content creators—to celebrate the new class of talent entering the BoF 500, the […]
In Paris, the Boys Can’t Help It!
Paris Fashion Week continues to captivate audiences with standout presentations from industry visionaries like Jonathan Anderson at Loewe and Daniel Roseberry at Schiaparelli. Their latest collections breathe new life into classic forms while pushing the boundaries of contemporary aesthetics. At Loewe, Jonathan Anderson’s inventive spirit was heralded by a striking bronze bird sculpture by Tracey […]
Beauty Is Still Defiance
In the realm of fashion, the interplay between beauty and defiance has often charted a complex narrative. Paris Fashion Week, a confluence of creativity and craftsmanship, showcases this dynamic through the lens of influential designers. This season, the spotlight shines brightly on Rick Owens and Chemena Kamali from Chloé, who demonstrate how beauty can serve […]
Paris Day Two: Best Friends Nicolas Di Felice and Julien Dossena Show on the Same Day
The Paris Fashion Week has long been a platform for innovation and creativity, showcasing the artistry of the fashion industry. On Day Two, two prominent designers, Nicolas Di Felice for Courrèges and Julien Dossena for Rabanne, shared the spotlight, but each presented a distinctive vision that captivated their audiences. Nicolas Di Felice’s Courrèges collection was […]
Amazons on the Catwalk
In a bold and provocative display at Paris Fashion Week, two of the most revered houses, Dior and Saint Laurent, each presented their interpretations of strength and femininity, highlighting the lasting influence of feminine archetypes. Both houses showcased their Spring/Summer 2025 collections, emphasizing a powerful narrative of resilience and dynamism amidst the backdrop of the […]
BoF’s Fashion Week Calendar: Spring/Summer 2025
The fashion world is poised for excitement as the upcoming Spring/Summer 2025 Fashion Week approaches. Organized across four major fashion capitals—New York, London, Milan, and Paris—this season promises a dazzling line-up of ready-to-wear collections. The Business of Fashion has compiled a comprehensive schedule, ensuring that industry professionals can stay updated on significant events. Key Dates […]
Ganni to Show at Paris Fashion Week
Danish apparel brand Ganni has made a significant announcement by confirming that it will present its Spring/Summer 2025 collection at Paris Fashion Week. Traditionally known for its strong presence at Copenhagen Fashion Week, this shift signals a strategic pivot for the brand under the new leadership of Laura du Rusquec, a former executive of Balenciaga, […]