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No Manners wraps up Paris Fashion Week with a finely curated list of “most” and “best” moments—the hottest trends, biggest celebrity cameos and every moment that defined the Fall/Winter 2026 season.
No Manners wraps up Paris Fashion Week with a finely curated list of “most” and “best” moments—the hottest trends, biggest celebrity cameos and every moment that defined the Fall/Winter 2026 season.
Among the world’s fashion capitals, Paris hosts the most awaited and buzziest Fashion Week. Twice a year, the event gathers brands and designers across the creative spectrum to present their newest collections to buyers, stylists, press and, naturally, brand VIPs. With a packed calendar and other events unfolding simultaneously, Paris Fashion Week delivers action aplenty.
If you understandably missed any of the highlights of the nine-day schedule, here’s your rundown of “most” and “best” moments—the best design proposals, the newest trends, most star-studded front rows and everything that defined the Fall/Winter 2026 season.
The Most Groundbreaking (Pun Intended)
Florals For Fall by Dior
Jonathan Anderson showcased his second collection for Dior on March 3 at Jardin des Tuileries. The Fall 2026 show was a welcome deviation from norms, positioning botanical motifs at the core of the collection. A central figure on the runway was the lilypad, brought to life in accessories such as earrings, hemlines, heels and bags.
Similar to his debut collection, Anderson tastefully revived femininity for Fall 2026. On the runway, delicate details such as bow appliques, voluminous ruffles and scalloped detailing demanded undivided attention. The showroom, on the other hand, allowed a closer look at accessories like sandals featuring water lily appliqués and stone embellishments, metallic rings and brooches.
Fans of the Bow Bag that Anderson showcased at his first collection will be excited to see its reappearance in this collection. The real gems however, were the lily pad-adorned clutches, the new Crunchy bag with floral motifs and the Dior Frog Minaudière, a metallic clutch shaped after a frog and the Dior mirror frame that Anderson has made his trademark since he took the helm of Dior—exactly the kind of quirky bag expected from Anderson, who in the past delivered viral products like the Loewe Tomato Bag and the JW Anderson Pigeon Clutch.
The Most DtMF
Dior’s show invitations
Speaking of Dior, creative director Jonathan Anderson and his team proved attuned to the latest cultural conversations, intentionally or not evoking one of global music’s most successful albums and music phenomena of recent years through the show’s invitations. (And in case you can’t immediately see the resemblance, we’re talking about Grammy award-winning Puerto Rican star Bad Bunny and the album cover of his “Album of the Year”-winning, DtMF.)
Considering the collection’s inspiration—a promenade in Paris and the art of contemplation—a pair of miniature chaise Sénat, found across parks and public spaces in Paris, felt like a suitable representation of the Dior FW26 show. However, comparisons to DtMF’s iconic album cover featuring two monobloc chairs were quick to surface. While on the surface and in the most literal sense, it might be easy to draw parallels between two pairs of chairs set against a landmark background of a city or neighborhood, the meaning ran deeper.
Though the monobloc chair certainly evokes more universal feelings, both items were easily recognizable in their respective contexts. Using chairs as a language, both Bad Bunny and Dior sparked conversations about how culture can shape around an everyday life object, the mundane can inspire art and utilitarian objects can become a central element of a community’s identity. And for that, the Dior show invitations belong to this list.
The Coolest Anniversary Show
Acne Studios Celebrated 30 Years in the Biz
Acne Studios took to Paris to celebrate its 30-year anniversary. Since its founding in Stockholm, Sweden, the brand has become recognized around the world for its timeless, minimalistic pieces. In this special collection, Creative Director Jonny Johansson stayed true to the brand’s core, tapping into preppy, formal silhouettes and using innovative cuts, texture interplay and color to imbue the pieces with youthful style.
Traditional patterns, from checks to animal print, added visual richness while elements like cropped hemlines and fur trimmings contributed to the abundance of textile juxtaposition. Colors were equally diverse, spanning white and adjacent shades, soft pastels and vibrant hues of aqua blue and green. Footwear in this collection lived in the pointed-toe range, with pumps and boots in various colors finishing each look.
At the show, staged as an artsy “enfilade,” the world’s favorite convention-breakers sat side by side. Singer Chappell Roan attended in a sheer lace number, while South Korean idol Johnny Suh and Chinese musician Bibi Zhou embraced the collection’s preppy notes. Meanwhile, Thai-pop multi-hyphenate Win Metawin and advocate Vivian Wilson took the classic route with leather jackets.
The Best Storytelling
Chloé’s Folktale Immersion
Chloé’s Winter 2026 collection was a demonstration of handmade craftsmanship and storytelling traditions. Rooted in humanity and folklore, creative director Chemena Kamali’s vision came to life in flowing skirts, dramatic tiered gowns and no shortage of sheer fabrics. “I was profoundly inspired by traditional costume and folkloric craft,” Kamali said about the collection.
Contrast was a recurring theme on the runway. Picture a plaid skirt paired with a quilted overcoat, a soft white knit jacket worn with tight-fitting leather bottoms and any three (or more) colors and textures placed adjacently.
Celebrity attendees embraced Chloe’s signature boho for the presentation. Singer Olivia Rodrigo and model Alexa Chung wore dainty ballerina-pink gowns with simple jewelry. Maude Apatow attended in a tiered cream-and-brown ensemble, adhering to the unofficial dress code with a bold white belt and statement flower earrings. Sitting beside her was Aimee Lou Wood, who took a comparatively grunge direction in an all-black get-up.
The Most Groundbreaking (Pun Intended)
Loewe Embraced Whimsy À La Mode
Loewe is renowned for its whimsical approach to fashion. The Spanish brand’s collections are often dominated by vibrant colors and unconventional silhouettes. Loewe’s Fall 2026 collection was no different, leaning unapologetically into bright, primary and secondary colors in addition to the typical dark hues of fall and winter.
On the runway, Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez reimagined latex and wool, pushing familiar winter-time textiles into new territories. Voluminized parkas, fringe-beaded dresses and eyewear at the intersection of futurism and sports gear made appearances on the catwalk.
To showcase the collection with maximum impact, McCollough and Hernandez constructed a lively space in collaboration with Cologne-based artist Cosima von Bonin, whose artwork found its way into the event in the form of embroidery, stuffed animal sculptures and large-scale installations. The artist’s work also informed the runway through items such as lobster-claw necklaces, clam-shaped minibags and animal-inspired bag clasps.
The womanliest
Givenchy’s Ode to Womanhood
Sarah Burton’s Givenchy is all about, for and by women. For Fall 2026, Burton presented womanhood as a diversity of style and expression. On the runway, sensual cuts and deep necklines shared the spotlight with business-formal trousers, button-up blouses and suit jackets. Structural restraint slowly gave space to soft forms, floral prints, draping and decorative elements.
Looked at holistically, the collection was a portrayal of the modern woman in her every form. Intricate layers, contrasting silhouettes and bold animal print reflect the multitudes of femininity across the night’s many looks. Reinterpretations of peplums, butterfly sleeves and slouchy bodices further added complexity, mirroring, as the collection notes read, “the complexity of women’s lives.”
On the front row, international creatives channeled Givenchy’s signature smart tailoring and the same diversity of women portrayed on the runway—writer Constance Debré and Geese’s guitarist Emily Green were among the models casting. French songstress Yseult opted for an emerald green overcoat, pairing it with eye-catching jewelry, simple black heels and cyclops-style sunglasses. Givenchy ambassador Zhang Ruonan took a comparatively understated route with a babydoll dress with folded detailing on the bodice, while Alexa Chung went for a volumized A-line lace minidress. Marisa Berenson, Rooney Mara and Anne Parillaud, on the other hand, opted for power dressing in sleek black suits.
The Hottest Revival
The Animal Print Takeover
No Manners has anticipated the return of animal print since last year, but in case there were any doubts, the runways and front rows of Paris have officially declared this maximalist revival in all its forms.
With brands finding inspiration in vintage aesthetics and doubling down on opulence, full embrace and big displays of animal print were the order of the day throughout the calendar. At shows like Nina Ricci, Givenchy and even Celine, feline prints populated the runway via statement coats, tassel minidresses and sultry corsetry. Meanwhile, Acne Studios and celebrities like Barbara Palvin, Tyla and Hyunjin made a case for snakeskin. The reptilian pattern adorned sleek coats, tops, footwear and accessories like minibags and belts.
Though animal prints have never entirely left the fashion conversation, after years of “clean” and “old money” aesthetics driving trends and clothing purchases, this pivot to color, prints and retro-infused style feels like a welcome change-up.
The Best Celebrity Casting:
Miu Miu Knows the Drill
Aside from that questionable cameo at the Enfants Riches Déprimés show on International Women’s Day, Paris Fashion Week was relatively devoid of celebrity runway appearances.
Enter Miu Miu. Always with a finger on the pulse of culture and entertainment, the Miuccia Prada-led brand cast a motley group of A-listers for a top-notch PFW wrap-up. The lineup spanned stars across creative industries and nationalities. Gillian Anderson, a US actor best known for her legendary role as Dana Scully in The X-Files and more recently, as a cast member of Sex Education, closed the runway, dressed in a mini dress.
Fashion icon, Mui Miu ambassador and OG it girl Chloë Sevigny also strutted down the runway, sharing the spotlight with French actor and filmmaker Suzanne Lindon. Miu Miu also tapped members of the younger creative crowd, inviting artist Charlie Osborne, actor Lily Newmark and record producer Lauren Auder. Yeonjun, a member of K-pop group Tomorrow X Together (TXT), completed the lineup, bringing the online buzz that Asia Pacific stars are recognized for at shows across fashion capitals.
The Best Inspiration Backstory
Lacoste Finds Inspiration in 1923
As expected from one of fashion’s sportiest labels, Lacoste leaned into athleticism for its Fall 2026 collection. The presentation was reportedly inspired by one of founder René Lacoste’s most legendary tennis episodes: a match against Manuel de Gomar, when the rainy weather prompted the audience to throw newspapers onto the grass court to speed up drying. Ultimately, the game stretched for two days, wrapping up with a win by Lacoste.
The elements of tenniscore were distinctly notable—some, such as the Lacoste Tennis Club lettering on tops, were more obvious than others. A cheeky tennis skirt-inspired purse, complete with pleated detailing (the Lenglen bag) also made its runway reprise. Creative Director Pelagia Kolotouros also experimented with silhouettes, introducing a series of oversized tops that provide maximum coverage.
The show’s colorful front row was an assembly of international superstars embracing the same aesthetic. Ambassador Wang Yibo wore a green- and grey-striped sweater over simple trousers, accessorising with orange sunglasses and a bouncy perm. Thai actor Davikah took athleisure in an upscale direction, wearing a vivid green windbreaker with a white tennis skirt. Sitting beside her was Pia Jauncey, who wore an equally bright blue ensemble with a tennis skirt-inspired purse and blue bandana. Dressed in a loose-fitting pale blue suit and matching overcoat, South Korean idol Kai sat beside actor Taylor Zakhar Perez, who embodied classic prep.
The Coolest Rising Hairstyle
The Wolf Cut
What do veteran actor Winona Ryder, new-gen Thai star Orm Kornnaphat and beloved content creator and model Sabrina Lan have in common? They’re all our hair inspo board for the coming season.
Repping what’s anticipated to become spring’s biggest hair trend, the Fashion Week regulars wore variations of the wolf cut to the Parisian front rows. Their looks ranged from ultra chic (in Orm’s case) to daring and rebellious, as displayed by Winona Ryder at Balenciaga. The connecting thread, however, was the attitude and retro inspirations, modernized for the new age.
Dubbed the ultimate cool-girl hairstyle, the wolf cut is a layered look that mixes popular hairstyles from bygone eras—the shag and the mullet, more specifically. Generally short or medium length, the cut features various layers of face-framing strands. The key point is the volume around the crown, courtesy of shorter choppy layers that bring both edge and personality to this hairstyle.
Depending on how you style it, this hair look is a versatile option for the hotter seasons of the year. If you want to go for a sophisticated spin, take cues from Orm’s blow-dried and brushed look at the Dior show, which included flipped-out ends and wispy bangs. Alternatively, follow Sabrina Lan’s styling and embrace blunt bangs.
The boldest can find inspiration in the likes of Winona Ryder or content creator Elva Ni, who went for textured hair, where the unblended layers of hair looked effortless and natural. Either option you go for, you can’t go wrong.
The Hottest Front Rows
Dior, Balenciaga and Louis Vuitton Bring Together the World’s Fan Favorites
Today, no fashion show is complete without a display of the brand’s cultural relevance and that often translates into front rows packed with celebrities and big names from the creative industry. While celebrity action was everywhere this season, Dior, Balenciaga and Louis Vuitton scored some of the hottest and most exciting celebrity front row cameos.
Dior
Dior’s usual roster of A-list brand partners made appearances, dressed to match the grand setting at Jardin des Tuileries. Actress Anya Taylor-Joy, Thai It Girl Tu Tontawan and brand muse Jisoo, stepped out dressed in monochromatic looks that channeled their personal aesthetic. Meanwhile, Thai actors Orm Kornnaphat and LingLing Kwong went for contrasting fashion statements: geometric silhouettes for Orm and an elevated denim-on-denim look for LingLing. Hyunjin, K-pop star and member of Stray Kids; Charlize Theron, face of Dior’s fragrance J’adore, Bridgerton star Florence Hunt and Grammy Award-winning star EJAE (Kpop Demon Hunters) were among the standout names in the guest list.
Balenciaga
Days later, fashion’s coolest kids gathered on the front row of Balenciaga. Debuting in the role of Balenciaga’s Friend of the House, Heated Rivalry’s Hudson Williams arrived at Champs Elysées decked out in head-to-toe black. Turkish actor Afra Saraçoğlu had a similar approach, dressed in an open-back look that captured both the brand’s history and current rebranding under Pier Paolo Piccioli. Brand ambassadors Juyeon and PP Krit, on the other hand, opted for more casual ensembles, without neglecting style, of course.
Louis Vuitton
On the last day of the fashion circuit, Louis Vuitton balanced loyalty to existing brand ambassadors with the novelty that newcomers and rising stars delivered. The lineup of guests spanned Olympic champion Alysa Liu and One Battle After Another breakout star Chase Infinity, dressed in matching sets; K-pop stars Lisa and Felix, bringing the hype to the Louvre, where multitudes of fans and photographers gathered, and fashion darling Zendaya, wearing an all-white ensemble. Ana de Armas, Hoyeon Jung, Jennifer Connelly, Catherine Deneuve and Urassaya Sperbund completed the A-list gathering.
