Paris Fashion Week September 2025: breakthrough announced

Paris Fashion Week returns from September 29 to October 7, 2025 with a packed schedule. Major fashion houses, new talents and off-call events promise a rich and spectacular event.

A strategic calendar for global fashion

Paris Fashion Week in September 2025 will run for nine days, from September 29 to October 7, confirming its central role on the international circuit. After New York, London and Milan, the French capital closes the season with over 70 shows and 38 presentations. Paris is the center of attention for the media, buyers and fashion enthusiasts alike.

This edition will be marked by structural changes at major houses such as Chanel, whose in-house studio is taking over management following the departure of Virginie Viard, and at Dior. These transitions have raised expectations of continuity and innovation from the creative teams. The official calendar, validated by the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode, reflects this period of change.

Right from the opening, the event will attract the spotlight withAlessandro Michele ‘s first show for Valentino. Louis Vuitton will close the show on October 7, an eagerly-awaited event that will punctuate a week in which the future of the great Parisian names is at stake. The shows will be widely broadcast via livestream, reinforcing the digital impact of this event.

Young talent and eagerly awaited returns

Alongside the major fashion houses, PFW 2025 opens its doors to a new generation of designers. The names of Niccolò Pasqualetti and Alainpaul have been added to the program, embodying a more disruptive vision more suited to a younger audience. Their presence on the calendar makes official the rise of a new creative scene.

A number of returning artists also marked this session, such as Gabriela Hearst and Ludovic de Saint Sernin, who returned to Paris after a notable absence. These comebacks ensure a diversity of proposals, between conceptual innovations and more classic lines. Each show becomes a laboratory of ideas.

With this variety, the week bets on a wealth of stylistic readings: experimental silhouettes, references to archives, but also attractive commercial propositions. Observers are already pointing to a strong polarity between artistic research and the business dimension.

Calendar highlights

Valentino and Alessandro Michele ‘s opening on September 29 is one of the most eagerly awaited events of the year. Its baroque aesthetic vision and references to bygone years could shake up the traditional codes of Parisian ready-to-wear. This opening will set the tone for an edition under the banner of renewal.

On October 1, Chanel will unveil its first collection after the departure of Virginie Viard, designed by the in-house studio team. Expectations are high as to the House’s ability to extend the legacy of Coco Chanel while breathing new creative life into it. This presentation could be one of the turning points of the week.

Another highlight will be Coperni‘s off-calendar presentation at Disneyland Paris. This event demonstrates the brands’ willingness to experiment with spectacular and unexpected formats, attracting an audience beyond the traditional fashion circle.

“All eyes will be on Paris, where several houses will present the first collections of their new artistic directors.”

Louis Vuitton closes the week with a presentation often regarded as a barometer of the industry. Its ability to combine historic prestige with contemporary innovation confirms the house’s global aura. The show will be accessible via YouTube and official platforms, consolidating the opening to the general public.

Paris as a showcase for global luxury

Beyond the fashion shows, the PFW is a real economic lever for Paris. Hotels, restaurants and luxury boutiques benefit from an international influx of visitors, reinforcing the French capital’s position as a fashion hub. In neighborhoods such as the 8th arrondissement, the impact is visible in commercial activity.

Houses take advantage of this visibility to enter into strategic collaborations. The world of haute couture regularly intersects with that of champagne and design, as illustrated by the recent partnership between Veuve Clicquot and Jacquemus. These synergies contribute to innovation and the diversification of experiences on offer.

“The majority of Paris shows are broadcast live on official websites and on YouTube or Insta Live.”

The French capital remains an incomparable showcase for fashion. Each edition attracts celebrities, influencers and professionals from the four corners of the globe. To complete their stay, some also draw inspiration from addresses in the What to do in Paris section, which brings together the best ideas for outings in the capital.

Towards a forward-looking edition

The 2025 edition is not just about the collections presented: it’s also about digital. Thanks to livestreams, Fashion Week is becoming an instant global rendezvous accessible from any screen. This aspect reinforces the global reach of the event, while posing challenges in terms of the physical experience.

What’s more, the industry’s major players are using Paris as a platform to announce long-term projects. Discussions around sustainable practices, textile recycling and production conditions are becoming increasingly present. Parisian fashion, often criticized, is beginning to reflect on its environmental and social impact.

This openness opens the door to other opportunities outside the strict perimeter of fashion shows. Cultural, artistic and gastronomic initiatives follow in the wake of the event, and can be found in the Experience category. It highlights new ways of experiencing the capital during such a lively week.

Finally, the September 2025 edition confirms that Paris Fashion Week is constantly evolving, in the image of society. It is becoming not only an aesthetic and commercial moment, but also a political and cultural one. Through this prism, Paris renews its position as the nerve center of world fashion.