Chanel Spring 2025 Ready-To-Wear:
Chanel made its return to the Grand Palais after a four-year hiatus, and the timing couldn’t have been more perfect. Sunlight streamed through the newly restored glass ceiling, giving an extra shimmer to the embroidered tweeds worn by many of the clients present. It felt like a reunion for the fashion house’s loyal following, who busied themselves with selfies and compliments, seemingly unfazed by the still-vacant creative director position that has been stirring up quite a bit of chatter in the fashion world since New York Fashion Week kicked off.
Kiko Kostadinov Spring 2025 Ready-To-Wear:
Just before the show kicked off, a voice with an Australian accent came over the PA, advising us to keep our essentials close and stow anything bulky in the overhead compartments. The first looks featured sporty, piped viscose suits with utility accents, paired with chic pillbox hats in Pan Am blue that obscured the eyes, beehive wigs, and metallic scarves twisted to give off a whimsical *Petit Prince* vibe.
Stella McCartney Spring 2025 Ready-To-Wear:
You can’t help but admire Stella McCartney, and honestly, I do. After her fantastic outdoor show in Paris this morning—thankfully dry, though still a bit gray—she was backstage, fielding questions about her latest collection. The lineup was all about confidence, with bold, oversized suiting and roomy trenches (a recurring theme this season), followed by pleated dresses and delicate lingerie paired with slouchy trousers for a more relaxed evening vibe. Footwear included some very ’80s-inspired, sculpted high sandals, and flat boxing boots for a touch of toughness.
Zimmerman Spring 2025 Ready-To-Wear:
Despite the current challenges swirling around the luxury market, Zimmermann is riding high. The brand just launched a new store in SoHo, New York, and plans to open 14 more locations by the end of next year. During our preview, Nicky Zimmermann shared that their Paris studio will be ready in about six months: “It’s going to be incredible. We’ll have a full atelier, so I’ll be splitting my time between Australia and Paris, which is pretty amazing.”
Sacai Spring 2025 Ready-To-Wear:
As I waited for the Sacai show to kick off, it was clear that the brand had evolved from being a niche, insider favorite to a global powerhouse. The front row, packed with rising stars draped in Chitose Abe’s avant-garde creations, was proof enough. As a long-time admirer, I couldn’t help but feel a mix of pride and a little possessiveness over seeing the brand grow so much.
Gabriela Hearst Spring 2025 Ready-To-Wear:
A year ago, Gabriela Hearst was celebrating her final show at Chloé with a joyful dance on the Seine alongside models and members of Brazil’s Mangueira samba school. During her three-year tenure as creative director, she steered the French fashion house toward a more eco-conscious path, even achieving B Corp certification for the Richemont-owned brand. Fast forward to today, and Hearst is back in Paris, now showcasing her own label and continuing her earth-centered narrative, drawing connections between goddess worship, the respect for nature, and the empowerment of women.