Techno Britney, Desperate Housewives and Disneyland: Your Definitive Recap of PFW SS25

This Spring/Summer 2025 season at Paris Fashion Week was a big one and as a result, we're not even sure where to begin with recapping all of the designer debuts, returns to the runway and luxurious locations that we bore witness to this past week. Kicking off the French installment of our fashion month was Vaquera, followed by Dior, Ester Manas and Bella Hadid's appearance at Saint Laurent.

Next, we were treated to the soothing waves of a breathing room floor at Courrèges, followed by Cecilie Bahnsen's collaboration with The North Face and runway shows from Rabanne, Acne Studios and Balmain. And that was just day three. Mugler and Rick Owens stole the show on day four, followed by VETEMENTS' star-studded runway and Victoria Beckham's chic chateau on day five.

 

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Vivienne Westwood treated us to a powerful display on day six, alongside some incredible silhouettes at Comme des Garcons and a jaw-dropping finale at Sean McGirr's McQueen. All eyes were on Valentino on day seven, as former Gucci creative director Alessandro Michele made his debut in Paris -- to an incredible response, might we add. Next, we were up bright and early for Stella McCartney on day eight, who presented a new adidas collaboration and celebration of athletic prowess. Off-schedule, CELINE also showcased its new SS25 collection, just before the major announcement that Hedi Slimane would be leaving his role.

After that, we were treated to dinner with Balenciaga, as we sat down on Demna's dining room table (metaphorically speaking, of course) while he served up over 50 looks on a platter. Finally, the last day of PFW saw us watching Little Simz at Miu Miu, celebrating tennis with Lacoste and in awe of Zendaya at Louis Vuitton -- all before the impeccable closer that was Coperni at Disneyland.

Read on for some of our biggest highlights from PFW SS25.

Most Talked About Show: Valentino

A designer debut is always going to be a highly-anticipated moment, but none more so than Alessandro Michele's first collection for Valentino. For SS25, the designer posed the question: "What is beauty anyway?" before presenting an 85-look runway show dripping in grandeur. Opulence and excess were the words that came to mind following the extravagant showcase, one that felt incredibly different from seasons prior, and so incredibly Alessandro.

Most Inclusive: Ester Manas and Rick Owens

Ester Manas is always the pique of inclusivity as far as PFW is concerned, presenting a wide selection of models of different shapes and sizes. This season, the brand wasn't alone in that, as Rick Owens' endless showcase proved that they can do it too, enlisting a wide range of friends, employees and students to walk the show.

Best Location and Set Design: Coperni

Coperni's SS25 show was one for the books, and it wasn't just because of its killer collection. Ahead of the season commencing, the brand announced its runway show would be held at Disneyland, a landmark first for both PFW and the amusement park. Transporting guests to Disneyland Paris on the last day of fashion week was magical, as attendees were seated outside the Sleeping Beauty castle and treated to a firework display finale.

Best Soundtrack: Balenciaga

Balenciaga's show soundtrack was probably one of our favorites ever, curated once again by Demna's partner BFRND. The eclectic mix kicked off with a rendition of "Why Don't You Do Right?" by Amy Irving before transitioning into our personal favorite: an original remix that he composed of "Gimme More" by Britney Spears.

Honorable Mentions: Victoria Beckham, Comme des Garcons, Lacoste

Victoria Beckham's grand chateau was a memory all in itself, but it's what was actually presented there that we can't stop thinking about. Featuring incredibly sculptural silhouettes that were more like works of art, in hauntingly beautiful colors, it's a collection that reminded us what we love so much about fashion week.

Similarly, Comme des Garcons didn't disappoint with its outlandish silhouettes, presenting enormous sculpture-like dresses resembling balloons, flowers and ball shapes. Finally, Lacoste's tennis-tributing showcase was one of the few genuinely wearable collections, presenting elevated looks that work both on the runway and in real life.

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