The Key Takeaways From Paris Fashion Week
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THE TRENDS
Maximalist Sheer
Christopher Esber, Chloé, Victoria Beckham and Mugler all made sheer fabrics the heroes of their SS25 collections. In Milan, we saw a more feminine take, while Paris presented bolder styles with striking cut-outs and structured shapes. Christopher Esber’s viral feathered top also came as a dress too – the perfect last look to close the show.
Victoria Beckham; Chloe/David Fisher/Shutterstock; Mugler/Pixelformula/SIPA/Shutterstock; Christopher Esber
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Utility Details
From capes to cargoes – and an insanely cool, lounge-inspired two-piece at Schiaparelli – utility detailing seems to be a trend high fashion houses are still loving. Classic khaki and camel tones still dominate, but we also saw chocolate leather and sheer black at Loewe and Issey Miyake.
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Boho
In her third season at Chloé, Chemena Kamali stuck to the brand’s now established signature look: cool-girl boho edge. Stella McCartney also presented a tiered, billowing dress with the same look and feel in an eye-catching cornflower blue, while Isabel Marant went for an edgier take with leather fringing. Loewe went classic boho with a handful of floral gowns with a twist (a unique flared, almost voluminous hem) after the brand’s creative director Johnathan Anderson also presented something similar at his JW Anderson show in London.
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Hourglass Silhouettes
While oversized styles are going nowhere, a new season update we have our eyes on is the reintroduction of hourglass shapes – particularly within tailoring and outerwear. Celebrating a cinched waist and prominent shoulders, we love that this trend is one you can achieve with your existing blazers simply by adding a belt.
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Red
Red is still front of mind for designers, influencers and high-street brands – but in Paris, a deeper crimson piqued our interest. This Chloé gown was one of our favourites, while Rochas presented a deep red suit that had a real 70s feel to it.
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Rochas
THE STANDOUT SHOW
Featuring sharp tailoring, fluid draping, and a muted colour palette dominated by earthy tones like green, black, and cream, it’s hard to beat an Anthony Vacerello YSL show at PFW. The brand’s signatures – think structured blazers and high-waisted trousers – were reimagined with feminine details, while classic tailoring was complemented by vibrant jackets, skirts and short sets.
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THE MOMENT
Alongside reimagined classic tweeds with a modern, laidback twist, monochrome suits, lace dresses and metallic accents, Chanel's SS25 show also featured a live performance by Daisy Jones & The Six star Riley Keough.
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THE DEBUT
Alessandro Michele’s much-anticipated debut for Valentino at an opulent Parisian venue drew an A-list crowd – including Harry Styles, who made a stylish appearance in support of his long-time friend and collaborator. Michele’s signature maximalism was blended with Valentino’s timeless elegance, resulting in a collection that was both daring and refined. The runway featured a vibrant mix of rich textures, bold prints and dramatic silhouettes, with plenty of nods to classic Italian tailoring – think billowing capes, oversized blazers and intricate embroidery, all in Michele’s unmistakable eclectic style.
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