Paris Fashion Week 2025
AMIRI F/W ‘25
Mike Amiri’s FW 25/26 collection paid homage to ‘60s and ‘70s Los Angeles nightlife, staging the show at Club Amiri, a fictional lounge-setting evoking Hollywood glamour and nostalgia. Expressive suiting dominated the collection, featuring relaxed coats, peak lapels, flared trousers, and sharp-pointed collared shirts paired with leather and silk ties. Leather trench coats with cinched waists, sequin suiting, and crystal-embroidered knits added a retro touch, while luxurious textures like satin, velvet, and croc-print leathers elevated the overall opulence. The muted yet sophisticated color palette of merlots, burgundies, golds, deep greens, espresso browns, and indigos complemented the collection’s vintage aesthetic. Standout pieces included a silver lamé pinstripe suit styled with a silk camisole, relaxed evening tuxedos, and crystal-embellished knitwear. By merging vintage Hollywood charm with contemporary craftsmanship, Amiri delivered a collection that celebrated timeless elegance and modern luxury.
WILLY CHAVARRIA F/W ‘25
Willy Chavarria made his Paris runway debut with Tarantula, a collection celebrating both his 10th year in the industry and his departure from New York runways. Staged at the historic American Cathedral, the show blended West Coast streetwear, contemporary tailoring, and Chicano heritage. Signature broad-shouldered suits, bouclé jackets, and opera coats contrasted with bold graphics and archival pieces, creating contrast between casual and couture. The collection emphasized bold silhouettes with voluminous tops with cinched waists, wide jeans, and oversized chinos. Golds, deep plums, bold reds, and black added a touch of decadence while still maintaining a streetwear edge. Chavarria ended the show with a “How we love is who we are” sweatshirt tied to a campaign against anti-LGBTQ+ legislation. Tarantula showcased Chavarria’s ability to merge resilience, romance, and meticulous artistry, solidifying his role as a trailblazer in the current global fashion industry.
AURALEE F/W ‘25
The Auralee FW 25/26 collection showcased Japanese minimalism at its finest, blending sleek silhouettes with a whimsical play on textures. The collection featured cashmere moleskin, merino mouton fur, lamb leather finishes, silk anoraks, and intricate knitwear. Standout looks included a rose-colored workwear canvas jacket paired with dark-grey trousers and a white button-up, a black leather jacket layered over a leather vest with a brushed-wool grassy green polo, and a forest green cashmere puffer layered over a Tiffany blue puffer with a base layer of multicolored flannel. The brand showcased outerwear with an incredible range, including long wool coats, suede leather jackets featuring merino fur collars, bomber jackets, casual zip-ups, utilitarian chore coats, and leather bomber jackets over double-breasted cashmere coats. While relaxed jeans, trousers, and chinos provided consistency and balance to the collection. Ryota Iwai’s collection celebrated understated luxury, redefining modern minimalism through precision and texture.
