This year, the Men’s Autumn-Winter 2025-2026 collections brought forth a compelling narrative, where tradition met daring reinvention. From Juun.J’s dramatic “COVERUNCOVERED” collection, featuring oversized, avant-garde silhouettes, to Kim Jones’ artful reinterpretation of Dior’s archival icons, the week celebrated the mastery of established Maisons while embracing the bold visions of emerging talent. With Paris as its stage, the week honoured savoir-faire and creativity in a spectacle that redefined the future of menswear. These are the six designers that stole the show.
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Louis Vuitton
Pharrell and Nigo Rewrite the Rules of Luxury Streetwear
Pharrell Williams and Nigo debuted their Men’s Fall-Winter 2025 collection for Louis Vuitton at the Louvre’s Cour Carrée. Dubbed “Phriendship,” the show celebrated their 30-year creative partnership, blending streetwear roots with Louis Vuitton’s luxury heritage. The atmosphere was elevated by an orchestral soundtrack and 24 vitrines showcasing archival treasures, including Billionaire Boys Club merchandise, Louis Vuittonx Supreme skateboards, and N.E.R.D vinyls.
The collection draws inspiration from Nigo’s workwear heritage and Pharrell’s streetwear vision, celebrating their shared subcultural influences and blending them with contemporary luxury. The eclectic collection felt like a journey through their creative synergy, elevating workwear silhouettes with premium craftmanship, featuring standout pieces like sleek leather varsity jackets, modern bomber jackets, and crocodile leather trucker jackets dyed to resemble denim. Accessories took centre stage, including the playful lobster-shaped handbag, Damier trunks with Pharrell and Nigo’s portraits, and the versatile “Buttersoft” in multiple colours.
The earthy palette, crystal embellishments, and Japanese street culture influences highlighted their shared vision of functional yet luxurious design. Celebrities such as Idris Elba, Aaron Pierre, Bradley Cooper, Takashi Murakami and Dylan Wang were among the star-studded audience, underscoring the collection’s cultural significance. Pharrell described the collaboration as “a conversation between the past and future,” solidifying Louis Vuitton’s position as a bridge between tradition and contemporary innovation.
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Juun.J
COVERUNCOVERED
The Seoul based fashion brand took centre stage, Juun.J unveiled its Fall-Winter 2025 collection, “COVERUNCOVERED,” at Palais de Tokyo. Designer Jung Wook-jun explored the theme of opposites, blending tailored precision with voluminous silhouettes to create a striking visual dialogue. The collection featured oversized outerwear—parkas, utility jackets, and denim blousons—paired with sleek tailored pieces, such as pencil skirts, skinny pants, and double-breasted suits. This juxtaposition of extravagant and refined elements highlighted the tension between structure and fluidity.
The season’s collection emphasised accessibility wile maintaining its artistic integrity. Materials were a key element of contrast, with glossy leather and shaggy faux fur juxtaposed against thick rib knits and stiff cotton twill. Traditional military and workwear influences were reinterpreted with a softer, more emotional design language. A standout feature was the “melting” motif in denim pieces. Beneath the XXL outer layers, the narrative shifted to sleek pencil skirts and tailored trousers, creating a striking contrast to the voluminous outerwear. The waist became a defining boundary, accentuating the interplay between the expansive and the fitted. As Jung described, the effect was intended to evoke the image of materials melting or dripping down the body.
Jung Wook-jun commented on the growing global influence of K-fashion, noting the exciting fusion of tradition and innovation in this collection. With “COVERUNCOVERED,” Juun.J redefined modern menswear, offering a bold yet sophisticated take on contrasts in design.
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Dior
A Timeless Fusion of History and Innovation
Dior Men’s Fall-Winter 2025 collection, presented by Kim Jones at Paris Fashion Week, was a masterclass in modern aristocratic minimalism. Drawing inspiration from Christian Dior’s 1954 “H-Line,” Jones reinterpreted the designer’s legacy through a contemporary lens, mixing elements of masculinity and femininity. The collection featured expertly structured tailoring, including silk faille swing coats in light pink, navy, and jet black, alongside luxurious yet everyday pieces like velvet joggers and sculpted blousons.
Jones’s designs, though steeped in history, exuded an unmistakable modern allure, with delicate silk blouses draping over collarbones and cashmere knits hugging the shoulders like ballgowns. The show’s mysterious allure was further enhanced by silk ribbons tied around models’ eyes—a nod to a masked ball photo of Christian Dior.
This collection was more than about style; it was about transformation. One coat, which could be converted into a skirt, showcased Jones’s innovative approach to menswear. Classic tailoring merged with couture influences, evident in the embroidered satin shoes, archival patterns, and the dramatic closing pink robe adorned with intricate beadwork. The collection seamlessly fused tradition with modernity, redefining contemporary menswear with a bold yet elegant twist.
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Willy Chavarria x Adidas Originals
Tarantula
Willy Chavarria’s Fall-Winter 2025 collection, Tarantula, captivated Paris Men’s Fashion Week with a poignant celebration of identity, resilience, and inclusivity. Held at The American Cathedral, the venue’s spiritual ambiance echoed Chavarria’s Mexican American roots and queer identity, as rose-adorned alters set the stage for a runway show that was both powerful and intimate.
Chavarria’s collection, blending elevated workwear and sportswear with luxurious fabrics like Italian silks and velvet, showcased broad-shouldered suits, oversized bombers, and graphic tees featuring messages on community. The bold, ’90s-inspired silhouettes were complemented by oversized jackets, chinos, and combat boot sneakers, creating a collection that balanced high fashion with streetwear influences. The collaboration with Adidas Originals brought a limited-edition capsule that included iconic footwear like the Jabbar Low and Jabbar Dress sneakers, available through a unique giveaway from a vintage lowrider Chevy Impala cruising through Paris.
A diverse cast of models, including Becky G, Indya Moore, and Paloma Elsesser, embodied the collection’s core values of diversity and subversive masculinity, while J Balvin’s live performance added an electrifying and intimate touch. Notable attendees such as Luka Sabbat, Michèle Lamy, and Ty Dolla $ign, alongside fashion luminaries like Olivier Rousteing, further underscored the significance of the event, showing solidarity with Chavarria’s message of inclusivity and social justice. With Tarantula, Chavarria proved once again that fashion can be a tool for social justice, embracing the power of identity and community.
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Jacquemus
LA CROISIÈRE
Jacquemus’ Spring-Summer 2025 show, La Croisière, took an intimate turn, setting a new standard for runway presentations. Held in Auguste Perret’s art deco apartment, with only 40 guests in attendance, the setting was understated yet impactful. Simon Porte Jacquemus expressed a desire to strip away artifice, allowing the silhouettes to speak for themselves in the raw, personal atmosphere of the space. The show was underscored by Édith Piaf’s Mon Dieu, paying homage to French musical heritage and adding emotional depth to the experience.
Fashion highlights included double-breasted blazers paired with sharply pleated trousers, minimal coats cinched at the waist, and form-flattering hourglass dresses. The standout was the “naked” gown—a showstopper accentuating the human form with old Hollywood glamour. Footwear featured pointed woven heels and the ongoing collaboration between Nike and Jacquemus, with the Moon Nike Shoes making a statement.
The show’s intimacy was exemplified by Tyla wearing the same dress as Adriana Lima, who walked the runway. In a candid moment, Tyla admitted, “Adriana definitely wore it better; she ate me up,” highlighting the mutual respect between these two women. Celebrity attendees, including Pamela Anderson, Anna Wintour, and Central Cee, as well as models like Adriana Lima, Alex Consani and Christy Turlington, walking the runway added gravitas to an unforgettable show that redefined fashion presentation.
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Wooyoungmi
Wooyoungmi’s Fall/Winter 2025 collection, presented at the Hôtel de Maisons, explored the Korean philosophy of ch’orhak, “how to become wiser,” through a blend of modern utilitarian elegance and poetic formality. The collection emphasised self-reflection and self-discipline, with sharp tailoring juxtaposed against romantic floral motifs that disrupted tradition and added a ceremonial flair. Floral elements extended into casual knitwear, suggesting a shift toward everyday elegance.
The outerwear — trench coats, Crombie coats, and parkas — paid homage to the brand’s heritage, while workwear-inspired structured cargo pockets brought a utilitarian edge. The footwear range, including laced-up derbies and Chelsea boots, evoked ceremonial wardrobe styles, enhancing the collection’s sophisticated versatility. Notably, garments featured “minhwa,” the traditional Korean folk art, offering a tribute to the country’s culture and history.
Celebrities like Lucky Blue Smith, Will Poulter, and Sienna Spiro attended, underscoring the collection’s universal appeal. Wooyoungmi FW25’s fusion of traditional and contemporary elements made a bold statement: elegance is not just about appearance, but about evolving and cultivating one’s identity through fashion.
Words by Claire Gaura