The French capital once again proves its dominance in the world of high fashion.
Paris Fashion Week is one of the most anticipated fashion events, and for the Fall/Winter 2026 season, it offered ready-to-wear designs that blend boldness, nostalgia, elegance, redefined iconic signatures, and fresh creative visions.
We picked the TOP 10 moments from Fall/Winter 2026 at PFW that set the direction for high fashion in the coming months – get ready for HOT novelties from Dior, Saint Laurent, Tom Ford, Alaïa, or Miu Miu which will adorn the outfits of influencers and celebrities.
Collections from CELINE, Loewe, Givenchy, Gabriela Hearst and Louis Vuitton offered plenty of attractive silhouettes and bold ideas, deserving their share of attention.
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An open-air show by Dior
The introduction belonged to the fashion house Dior, which presented a new Fall/Winter 2026 collection outdoors. The idea of creative director Jonathan Anderson was executed flawlessly, and in Paris, we saw attractive models in a blooming garden setting, enhancing both the vibe and the concept.
The runway was set in Jardin des Tuileries, where a glass pavilion surrounded by water lilies created a romantic backdrop for the playful feminine silhouettes.
The collection fused Dior’s historical codes with a modern urban style. The runway featured cropped blazers, voluminous skirts evoking flowers, ruched mini dresses, and embellished jeans. The silhouettes were playful and dynamic, often enhanced with embroidery, feathers, and 3D motifs.
The show of romantic models with a modern urban aesthetic and elegance felt fresh – as if the models were strolling through Paris on a weekend outing.
Watch the recording of Dior’s Fall/Winter 2026 outdoor collection show.
Sultry tailoring from Saint Laurent
Anthony Vaccarello once again proved to be one of the top designers today when he unveiled a new collection for Saint Laurent dripping with sultry elegance in Paris.
The Fall/Winter 2026 models balance power and allure – the creative director presented an updated version of the iconic female tuxedo “Le Smoking” created by Yves Saint Laurent. It features a modern cut with models wearing it on bare skin, while pants fall effortlessly with Parisian ease.
On the runway, we saw tailoring that is as disciplined as it is decadent. Sharp shoulders, a palette of black and dark brown, and minimal accessories shift the focus to the silhouette's power. There’s also transparent lace and latex-like materials with a hint of dark eroticism.
Get a full sense of the Fall/Winter 2026 collection from Saint Laurent with the show recording.
Tom Ford pays homage to the cult film American Psycho
Hats off to the new release from Tom Ford, presented by creative director Haider Ackermann to a demanding Parisian audience, earning a standing ovation.
The 54-year-old Colombian native found inspiration in the cult film American Psycho, stripping the perfect 90s business wardrobe of successful financier with a dark penchant for murder, Patrick Bateman, of corporate coldness and adding a touch of dark romance.
The runway showcased hard silhouettes paired with soft materials and sharp lines accompanied by voluminous coats. The main theme for the Fall/Winter 2026 collection was the reworking of the “perfect suit” – classic tailoring pieces appeared strict and precise yet carried subtle hints of chaos.
The result was a collection that feels elegant yet dangerously seductive. Check out the show’s eerie atmosphere on YouTube.
Pieter Mulier presents his last collection for Alaïa
Before Pieter Mulier takes over as creative director at Versace, he showcased his final collection for Alaïa at Paris Fashion Week, featuring his signature style.
The 50-year-old designer wrapped up his tenure at Alaïa with an intimate and extraordinarily personal show emphasizing the craftsmanship tradition of the fashion house founded by Tunisian couturier Azzedine Alaïa.
The Fall/Winter 2026 collection is built on architectural minimalism, sculptural silhouettes, and precise construction work, making the Belgian designer famous.
On a narrow runway surrounded by invited guests, we saw precisely cut, body-hugging models and flowing evening gowns or outer layers that exuded sensuality. Every detail – from sculpted volumes to seamless knits – emphasized the female silhouette.
Critics hailed the collection as a bold and generous farewell, affirming Mulier’s significant contribution to Alaïa.
Quiet luxury, but make it sexy by Hermès
The iconic fashion house Hermès is known for its luxury handbags, which are very difficult to obtain, and leather footwear. However, it presented a truly attractive ready-to-wear Fall/Winter 2026 collection at PFW.
The seasonal novelty reflects quiet luxury aesthetics, yet it’s sexy and brings the atmosphere of the moment when day turns into night. As described in the show’s theme “At dusk, perception heighten and senses sharpen” – a woman’s silhouette gradually emerges between shadow and light.
The collection works with a chiaroscuro effect, allowing materials and colors to change depending on the light – from warm shades of the last sun rays to cool night reflections.
The result is dynamic models with a dose of sex appeal, looking elegantly yet modern and relaxed. Hermès has merged luxury craftsmanship with a new, confident aesthetic for a generation that wants to wear elegance naturally, without unnecessary formality or posing.
Check out the show recording.
Debut men’s collection from Pierpaolo Piccioli for Balenciaga
The end of day five at PFW was dominated by experienced Italian designer Pierpaolo Piccioli, who revealed the Fall/Winter 2026 collection for Balenciaga, including the first men’s models.
The collection’s show, titled “Clairobscur”, featured 81 silhouettes and created a strong cinematic atmosphere thanks to collaboration with director Sam Levinson, creator of the popular series Euphoria.
The men’s section was dominated by dramatic models – bulky leather jackets, wool coats in deep shades, oversized coats, tailoring, and a new version of the popular Balenciaga Triple S sneakers. Pieces for women had the same intensity, featuring elegant evening dresses, graphic sweatshirts, striking leather pieces, or shimmering sequin gowns.
Piccioli is creating a new chapter for Balenciaga, where the dramatic world of haute couture meets a dark, nearly cinematic emotion and relaxed aesthetics. If you have about 20 minutes to spare, watch the show recording of the Fall/Winter 2026 collection.
Marilyn Manson at Enfant Riches Déprimés show
If you love niche high fashion, you surely know Enfant Riches Déprimés, founded by Henri Alexander Levy in 2012, boasting a small, loyal client group thanks to its unique, avant-garde aesthetics.
The aesthetic of Enfant Riches Déprimés resonates with Marilyn Manson’s personal style, who opened the Fall/Winter 2026 show in Paris.
The controversial artist appeared on the runway in a dramatic silhouette, immediately grabbing all guests’ attention, later sparking reactions on social media that confirmed the Los Angeles brand's deliberate provocation.
On the runway, 37 silhouettes for both men and women were laced with raw punk aesthetics, decadence, and couture elements. Long black coats with intricate details alternated with ripped knits, graphic prints, leather jackets, lace, and luxury accessories.
Provocative Jean Paul Gaultier blends après-ski, corporate style, and Wild West aesthetics
We won’t hold back on praise for the new ready-to-wear models from the iconic fashion house Jean Paul Gaultier, designed by Duran Lantink.
The Fall/Winter 2026 collection feels like an unexpected meeting of people from different worlds – après-ski and corporate style complemented by Wild West aesthetics. All with JPG’s characteristic signature.
The contrast perfectly reflects the long-standing DNA of the fashion house built on humor, contradictions, and transformation, which we admired immensely.
Designer Duran Lantink, in his second collection for Jean Paul Gaultier, also tapped into the archives – sculptural tailoring draws from the 2016 couture collection, the iconic cropped bomber from 1985, and Fair Isle knitwear from the 90s transforms into sleek layers.
Check out the show recording that had us on our feet.
A lesson in new elegance from Chanel
Matthieu Blazy is gradually revealing his vision of women’s fashion for Chanel, and the Fall/Winter 2026 collection is a lesson in new elegance you’ll see in many stores in a few months.
The 41-year-old designer presented a modern interpretation of the iconic codes of the French fashion icon, building on the concept of transformation – from “caterpillar to butterfly”. The collection transitions smoothly from practical daywear to evening elegance.
The beginning showcased modern suits in black and cream with relaxed cuts, complemented by ribbed knits or tweed. Gradually, bomber jackets, elongated blazers, or drop-waist skirts appeared, feeling youthful and dynamic.
The evening section of the collection brought sequin dresses and delicate lace. Accessories – from typical mini bags to pastel boots – added a playful character to the models. Blazy confirmed Chanel can be both practical and imaginative.
Watch the recording of Chanel’s Paris show held in the grand spaces of the Grand Palais.
Miu Miu is still going strong
HOT status was confirmed in Paris by Miu Miu as Miuccia Prada unveiled the Fall/Winter 2026 collection full of models we’d love to have in our wardrobe (if they didn’t have astronomical price tags).
The experienced designer revealed a nostalgic vision of femininity with a modern, slightly provocative twist. The runway was dominated by nods to vintage aesthetics combined with new silhouettes emphasizing the contrast between intimacy and outerwear.
The seasonal novelty worked with layering – from underwear and basic pieces through voluminous outer layers in various styles to accessories, including fur hats. The color palette combined muted neutral tones with the typical “pretty-ugly” elements, the whole collection balancing between 50s and 60s elegance and the rebellious, youthful spirit of the fashion house.
Check out the show recording from Miu Miu and leave a comment with your thoughts on the Fall/Winter 2026 collections brought by Paris Fashion Week.
