Paris Fashion Week Men’s Kicks Off with Big Debuts, Bold Visions, and a Fresh Female Perspective

As the spotlight shifts from Milan to Paris, the fashion world is bracing for a packed five-day schedule of runway shows and presentations that promise to shape the next wave of menswear. Paris Fashion Week Men’s is in full swing — and from high-profile debuts to major comebacks and cultural retrospectives, there’s plenty to watch.

Dior’s Big Moment: Jonathan Anderson Steps Into the Spotlight

One of the most buzzed-about events this week is Jonathan Anderson’s highly anticipated debut at Dior. He teased fans over the weekend with cryptic Instagram Stories shared to Dior’s “close friends” circle — including vintage portraits of Jean-Michel Basquiat and Lee Radziwill, both shot by Andy Warhol and overlaid with Dior’s original 1948 logo. Fashion sleuths also noticed a book tote bag inspired by the first edition of Dracula — perhaps a hint at Anderson’s aesthetic direction: nostalgic, archival, and iconoclastic.

This marks Anderson’s first show for Dior, and the fashion world is watching closely to see how he’ll leave his mark on the iconic French house.

New Era at Loewe: But Not Just Yet

Anderson’s exit from Loewe, where he served as creative director for 11 years, has led to a new chapter for the label. Design duo Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez — better known for their work with Proenza Schouler — have taken the reins. But don’t expect to see their vision this week: Loewe is skipping this season, with the new team set to unveil their first collection in October.

Fresh Faces: Klausner’s Dries Van Noten Debut

Another debut to watch: Julian Klausner will present his first menswear collection for Dries Van Noten on Thursday. His womenswear debut in March leaned heavily on historical motifs, rich textiles, and ornate detailing — offering some insight into the kind of masculinity he may bring to the men’s line.

Major Returns: Saint Laurent, Craig Green, and More

The schedule isn’t just about newcomers — it’s also packed with long-awaited returns.

• Anthony Vaccarello returns to the official calendar with Saint Laurent, after showing off-schedule last season.
• Craig Green is back in Paris after a three-year hiatus.
• Willy Chavarria, fresh from his Paris debut earlier this year, is returning with a new collection that’s sure to make waves.

Women Designers Are Shaping Men’s Fashion

Three standout women are injecting fresh energy — and a much-needed female perspective — into the menswear scene this season:

• Grace Wales Bonner is back on the men’s runway after choosing a lookbook format for Fall-Winter 2025. She’s also celebrating her 10th anniversary in fashion.
• Marine Serre returns for the first time since January 2024.
• Emily Adams Bode Aujla (of Bode) is showing in Paris for the first time since January 2023, after staging a co-ed Spring 2025 show in New Orleans.

Star Power and Showstoppers: Louis Vuitton and Jacquemus Bookend the Week

Expect fireworks on the runway — and in the front row. Pharrell Williams will present his sixth collection for Louis Vuitton Men’s, while Jacquemus closes out the week with another of his signature blockbuster presentations.

Both brands have developed reputations for fusing fashion with pop culture, drawing celebrity guests, and creating viral moments that extend far beyond the fashion crowd.

Art Meets Fashion: Must-See Exhibits Open to the Public

For those not holding runway invites, Paris is still full of fashion-forward events this week:

• Rick Owens gets a full retrospective at the Palais Galliera, titled The Temple of Love. The exhibit, which opens Saturday, charts the American designer’s provocative career from 1992 to now — and Owens himself played a hand in its artistic direction.
• At the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, fashion history fans can explore a new exhibition dedicated to Paul Poiret, a revolutionary figure in early 20th-century Paris couture. This marks the museum’s first-ever monograph on Poiret and will run until January 2026.
• Demna, creative director of Balenciaga (and soon-to-be Gucci), is also being honored with a retrospective, hosted by parent company Kering at its headquarters on Thursday.

Bottom Line:

From historic debuts to long-awaited returns, Paris Fashion Week Men’s is shaping up to be a defining moment for the future of menswear — with fresh perspectives, bold creative shifts, and fashion history colliding on and off the runway. Whether you’re following for the clothes, the culture, or the celebrity chaos, there’s no shortage of style drama unfolding in the City of Light.

Source: CNN – A Dior debut and a fresh female perspective: What to watch at Paris Fashion Week Men’s