The recent Paris womenswear week, marked by a record number of shows over ten days, highlighted a season filled with promising collections despite ongoing shifts in creative leadership within major fashion houses. Key highlights included Maria Grazia Chiuri's exploration of femininity at Dior and Anthony Vaccarello's statement pieces for Saint Laurent. The week also witnessed Alessandro Michele's impactful reset at Valentino and the notable presence of influential women designers challenging conventional norms. Chanel adopted a more reserved approach as they await Matthieu Blazy's arrival, while the overall focus remained on the resilience of women's contributions to fashion during times of change.
At the center of this year’s Paris womenswear week, the enduring strength of leading female designers stood out, challenging big fashion and the patriarchy.
Maria Grazia Chiuri's show for Dior explored femininity while Anthony Vaccarello's collection for Saint Laurent embodied a 'sensitive body inside strong clothes'.
The week was marked by an abundance of new collections from notable fashion houses, with numerous shows showcasing innovative designs amidst creative director changes.
Chanel's more cautious presentation reflects anticipation for Matthieu Blazy’s upcoming influence, while Valentino’s Alessandro Michele reset norms with a radical, sexy collection.
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