Paris Fashion Week is an exciting time for fashion enthusiasts, as it provides a platform for independent designers to showcase their creativity and innovation. This year, several designers made waves in the industry with their captivating collections.
One standout show was presented by Nicolas Di Felice for Courrèges. Di Felice deviated from Courrèges’ traditional aesthetic by focusing on oversized men’s shirts transformed into dresses, flared jeans, and spiky gilets. The models walked barefoot on a sandy runway inside an all-white sound stage, adding a unique touch to the show. The attention to detail was evident, with silver metallic mittens and skirts featuring dangling fabric clasps. The collection also incorporated eco-friendly materials, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability.
Di Felice’s show received a standing ovation, including from Francois-Henri Pinault, the CEO of luxury giant Kering. This endorsement solidified Artemis’ smart investment in Courrèges, as they acquired 100% of the brand in 2018.
Another noteworthy brand at Paris Fashion Week was 3.Paradis, founded by Emeric Tchatchoua. Known for blending streetwear with couture, 3.Paradis unveiled its first women’s collection this season. The show took place at Cedric Grolet’s flagship café, adding an element of culinary artistry to the event. The collection showcased a fusion of Japanese streetwear, Parisian chic, and African iconography. The dove motif, symbolizing harmonious unity and collective hope, was intricately incorporated into each look.
Designer Christelle Kocher of Koché also caught attention during Paris Fashion Week by collaborating with Google. The fusion of technology and fashion was showcased in a former stock market venue, featuring garments woven with interactive LEDs. Street style and urban elements were combined with vegan leather and denim, creating a dynamic display of light and texture. Virginie Viard, Chanel’s creative director, was among the admirers of Kocher’s collection.
Jun Takahashi’s brand, Undercover, presented a collection with country house and 1920s ball inspirations. Held at the American Cathedral, the show featured Takahashi’s most ladylike designs to date, including prim tuxedo shirts, pleated safari pants, and deconstructed tailoring. The models’ chignon hairstyles with small stiff hair horns added an intriguing touch, while vibrant bouffant emu-shaped ball gowns made a memorable statement on the runway.
Paris Fashion Week showcased the unique and innovative perspectives of independent designers. Whether it was Courrèges’ modern reinterpretation, 3.Paradis’ poetic motifs, Koché’s fusion of fashion and technology, or Undercover’s elegant expression, each brand left a lasting impression. Paris Fashion Week continues to be the ultimate platform for pushing boundaries in the fashion industry.
Useful links:
1. Vogue – Undercover
2. Fashion Network – Undercover
