Paris Fashion Week lit up those misty autumn days with a burst of color, thanks to the vibrant Spring-Summer 2025 collections. Here’s a look at the standout designs that stole the spotlight on the runway.
VALENTINO
All eyes were on Alessandro Michele’s debut Spring-Summer collection for Valentino after his highly publicized move from Gucci. Titled “Pavillon Des Folies,” the collection took inspiration from Valentino’s golden era, particularly the ’70s. Michele delved into the archives to craft a vintage-meets-modern masterpiece, with bows, polka dots, ruffles, lace gloves, turbans, veils, and statement hats making a bold comeback.
Embracing a maximalist aesthetic, Michele blended Valentino’s rich history with contemporary flair, serving up a nostalgic yet fresh take on high fashion. The result? A showstopping collection that had the fashion crowd buzzing.
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SAINT LAURENT
Anthony Vaccarello’s latest collection paid homage to the legacy of Yves Saint Laurent himself—the designer who famously redefined women’s wardrobes by introducing the iconic suit. For Spring-Summer 2025, Vaccarello stayed true to this vision with impeccably tailored, fluid suits that exude effortless sophistication. Paired with sleek ties and the brand’s signature eyewear, these power ensembles perfectly capture the modern, chic essence of the Saint Laurent woman.
This season, classic designs with a relaxed and effortless feel reveal a softer side of the Saint Laurent woman. Think layered silk skirts, shiny cropped jackets, delicate lace dresses, and bohemian-inspired pieces that create a striking contrast to the brand’s signature masculine silhouettes. This blend of styles skillfully showcases both the powerful and romantic elements of the Saint Laurent woman, offering a fresh duality in her wardrobe.
ISSEY MIYAKE
For his collection “The Beauty of Paper,” Issey Miyake posed an intriguing question: “Why does paper bring us a sense of calm?” From there, the designer delved into the history and artistry of paper-making, using these insights to inspire the collection’s materials, techniques, and innovative tailoring. Each piece honors the craftsmanship of artisans through unique textures, echoing the timeless yet poetic qualities of paper. These garments beautifully blend the past with the present, evoking both the simplicity and depth of an ancient craft.
A standout feature of this collection is the use of stools made from compressed paper sheets—an innovative by-product of Issey Miyake’s iconic pleating technology. These cylindrical stools push the boundaries of paper as a material, adding a creative, functional element to the space. Honoring Japan’s papermaking heritage, the collection also includes a line of kamiko—garments made from washi paper, crafted from 100% fine hemp fibers. Originally developed as a prototype, this line represents the brand’s commitment to reviving ancient craftsmanship in a modern context. Under the creative direction of Satoshi Kondo and his design team, the collection pays a heartfelt tribute to washi paper and the rich tradition of papermaking, fusing the past with the present.
ANREALAGE
Always at the intersection of fashion and technology, creative director Kunihiko Morinaga takes innovation to new heights with Anrealage’s Spring/Summer 2025 collection, “WIND.” Drawing inspiration from the natural flow of air, Morinaga brings garments to life by adding movement and dynamism to silhouettes, turning the invisible into a tangible force. This playful, tech-forward approach offers a cool, refreshing solution to the increasingly hot summers in Japan and beyond. The result is a ‘cool wear’ wardrobe that’s both functional and fun, blending fashion with environmental awareness in an entirely new way.
Blurring the line between technology and fashion, Anrealage’s Spring/Summer 2025 collection takes innovation to an otherworldly level through a collaboration with Kuchofuku. Small fans, seamlessly integrated into the garments, inflate them at the press of a button, transforming the silhouettes into surreal, inflated shapes that evoke fantastical creatures. Kunihiko Morinaga’s whimsical yet slightly bizarre vision offers a playful and futuristic way to tackle the new challenges of life on Earth, with technology as the solution.
The WIND collection doesn’t just use technology for functionality—it turns it into a bold form of artistic expression. By harnessing the invisible and unpredictable power of wind, the collection creates a surreal yet wearable universe, where the boundaries of reality are pushed but still adaptable. It’s an aesthetic journey into the future, with garments that blend fantasy and practicality in the most imaginative way.
