The highly anticipated Paris Fashion Week has unveiled a robust schedule consisting of 88 events for the upcoming runway season in the city of lights. The nine-day extravaganza showcasing the trendsetting Spring-Summer 2021 women’s ready-to-wear collections is all set to kick off on Monday, September 28, with Japanese designer Mame Kurogouchi taking the lead. And, of course, the grand finale on Tuesday, October 6, will be nothing short of spectacular with luxury fashion house Louis Vuitton closing the show.
In light of the ongoing uncertainty surrounding physical shows versus digital presentations, the prestigious Federation de la Haute Couture has made it clear that the Official Calendar will offer a mix of both formats. With 22 houses opting for presentations over traditional catwalk events, the fashion landscape is indeed evolving. However, heavyweights like Christian Dior, Chanel, and Louis Vuitton have reassured fashion enthusiasts by confirming their plans to host physical shows, albeit with limited attendees in adherence to social distancing measures.
Interestingly, unlike New York, Paris has refrained from imposing strict guidelines on crowd sizes despite a recent surge in Covid-19 cases within the city. Nonetheless, residents are required to wear masks to avoid potential fines, as reported by the health ministry. While brands such as Saint Laurent and Comme des Garçons have opted out of this season, many others have reaffirmed their commitment to participate, highlighting the resilience of the fashion industry.
Recognizing Paris as a global fashion capital, the Federation extended a warm welcome to 10 new entrants on the calendar last week, including emerging labels like Situationist and Wales Bonner. With a jam-packed schedule from dawn to dusk, fashion enthusiasts can look forward to standout events such as Dior’s much-anticipated show and the debut of Matthew Williams as the creative force behind Givenchy.
As the fashion extravaganza unfolds, keep an eye out for fresh talents like Gabriela Hearst and Mossi who are poised to make waves in the Parisian fashion scene. The season will culminate with a flourish featuring top-tier brands including Chanel, Miu Miu, and Louis Vuitton, generating excitement in the final moments as Maison Margiela reschedules their show date to keep enthusiasts on their toes.
For more updates and detailed information on Paris Fashion Week, be sure to check out the official website here. And for a deeper dive into the latest trends and collections showcased during the event, explore Vogue’s coverage here.
