Paris Men’s Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2026 opened with a strong sense of luxury and anticipation. From June 24 to June 29, 2025, the French capital once again asserted itself as the ultimate epicenter of high-end fashion. The event generated an estimated economic impact of €1.2 billion and attracted nearly 30,000 international visitors, held primarily at the iconic Palais de Tokyo. Featuring over 70 esteemed fashion houses, this year’s Men’s Fashion Week marked a pivotal moment of innovation and refinement in the world of elite menswear.
Dior’s Spring/Summer 2026 collection by Jonathan Anderson was one of the most eagerly awaited highlights of the week. This marked Anderson’s first collection since taking over from Kim Jones, and the campaign gained significant attention with football star Kyliangrou Mbappé as its ambassador. On the other hand, Saint Laurent made a notable return, kicking off the event on June 24 under the artistic direction of Anthony Vaccarello. Later that same day, Pharrell Williams unveiled the Louis Vuitton collection in a striking show set at the forecourt of the Centre Pompidou. The week closed with Simon Porte Jacquemus presenting his “Le Paysan” collection at the Orangerie du Château de Versailles, revisiting a venue that had hosted his previous “Le Chouchou” show in 2023.
The week also showcased fresh creative energy, with designers like Julian Klausner presenting their debut collections for established houses such as Dries Van Noten. Avant-garde and emerging brands from around the world, including the Indian label Kartik Research, Camiel Fortgens, Camperlab, and P. Andrade, brought a dynamic and experimental spirit to the event.
Beyond the runway shows, Paris Men’s Fashion Week offered a rich program of cultural exhibitions and events. Visitors could explore the “Balenciaga by Demna” retrospective at the Kering group headquarters, which traced the designer’s decade-long impact on the house. The Palais Galliera hosted an extensive Rick Owens retrospective, while Swedish brand Acne Studio opened its first gallery, “Acne Paper,” at the Palais Royal. Additionally, the “Miu Miu Summer Reads” program paid tribute to women with curated readings at the Bibliothèque Nationale de France.
Amid a shifting fashion landscape, several key factors underscored Paris Men’s Fashion Week’s standout role this season:
- The event took place amid economic challenges and significant changes in the fashion world, highlighting the resilience and creativity of the industry.
- London canceled its men’s fashion week.
- Milan presented a reduced schedule for men’s fashion.
- Paris solidified its position as the premier destination for luxury menswear.
- The event attracted an international audience.
- Paris set the tone for the future of men’s fashion.
Paris Men’s Fashion Week SS26 has once again affirmed the city’s status as the global capital of fashion, showcasing its cultural influence and economic power, highlighting its significant contribution to the city’s luxury ecosystem. Paris remains the heartbeat of men’s luxury fashion, driving creativity and excellence into the years ahead.
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SOURCES: LUXURY TRIBUNE
