From Tuesday January 21 to Sunday January 26, 2025, Paris will vibrate to the rhythm of the men's autumn/winter 2025-2026 collections. A key week in the fashion calendar, where unbridled creativity, contemporary concerns and technical innovations meet. This season promises to be a major stylistic crossroads, combining modern-day pragmatism with a resolutely forward-looking vision.
Fashion between anchorage and escape
This season explores the balance between rootedness and escapism, responding to the paradox of the contemporary man. Leading brands such as Dior, Loewe and JW Anderson offer an autumn palette enhanced by unexpected tones: cobalt blue, smoky burgundy and Nordic greens. Materials, between tradition and modernity, are displayed in sumptuous velvets, weathered leathers and technical fabrics.
The return of Jacquemus: an eagerly awaited moment
One of the most eagerly awaited moments of Fashion Week will undoubtedly be the return of Jacquemus. After a remarkable hiatus, the designer returns with a men's collection inspired by Mediterranean elegance and bold minimalism. This comeback promises to enrich a season already marked by innovation.
Utility meets luxury
The utilitarian aesthetic is one of this season's red threads. Under the direction of Pharrell Williams, Louis Vuitton could reinvent the alliance between functionality and elegance, with hybrid parkas, unstructured trench coats and revisited cargo pants. Accessories, such as technical bags and multifunctional belts, accentuate this fusion of practicality and sophistication.
Towards a sustainable future
Eco-responsibility will be a central issue. Brands such as Stella McCartney and Paul Smith will be exploring recycled and biodegradable materials. Among the designers to watch, Bianca Saunders and Marine Serre should stand out with innovative men's proposals, combining aesthetics and ethics.
Changing masculinity
Men's fashion continues to push the boundaries of gender. Gucci, under the direction of Sabato De Sarno, could offer an audacious vision, blending classic tailoring with irreverent touches. Labels like Craig Green and Thom Browne will explore eccentric, architectural silhouettes, reinforcing the idea of gender fluidity.
Technology as muse
In a world where digital technology is redefining our interactions, technology is also a major source of inspiration. The hybridization of the human and the digital seems to be the new playground for designers. There are whispers that some shows, such as those by Balenciaga or Rick Owens, could push the boundaries of phygital, incorporating holograms or immersive effects.
When it comes to clothing, expect technically-infused pieces: self-regulating fabrics, thermo-reactive prints and connected accessories, all designed with an avant-garde aesthetic.
A week of collaborations
Collaborations will also be at the heart of this Fashion Week. Among the rumors, a partnership between Off-White and a contemporary artist could pay tribute to Virgil Abloh's legacy, symbolizing the ongoing dialogue between fashion and art.
The challenges of a compact schedule
With only six days to condense such effervescence, the schedule promises to be intense. The first fashion shows, to be held in emblematic Parisian venues such as the Grand Palais Éphémère and the Palais de Tokyo, will immediately set the bar high. But it's also in the more intimate shows and digital presentations that some of the finest surprises will be revealed.
This Fashion Week will also be a response to recent criticism of the industry's frenetic pace. Some houses have opted to slow down, favoring more focused and thoughtful collections, like Hed Mayner, whose minimalist approach appeals to an ever-growing audience.
To see the provisional calendar: https://www.fhcm.paris/fr/paris-fashion-week/calendar
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