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Paris Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2026: Dior, Chanel, Tom Ford, Miu Miu

festival-fair · 2026-04-26

The Paris Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2026-2027 took place amid geopolitical tensions, with the fashion industry pushing forward despite global crises. Dior, under Jonathan Anderson, staged a show in the Tuileries Gardens, referencing historical dress codes with whimsical details like water lily shoes and frog handbags. Matthieu Blazy at Chanel reimagined the brand's tweed and 1920s silhouettes for the 21st century, sparking 'Chanelmania.' Haider Ackermann for Tom Ford focused on subtle sensuality through sheer fabrics and exposed skin. Miu Miu by Miuccia Prada explored body proportions and identity, mixing 1990s minimalism with 'ugly chic' aesthetics.

Key facts

  • Paris Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2026-2027 occurred amid ongoing wars and economic crises.
  • Dior's show was held in the Tuileries Gardens, commissioned by Catherine de' Medici and redesigned for Louis XIV.
  • Jonathan Anderson designed Dior's collection with decorative elements like water lily shoes and frog handbags.
  • Matthieu Blazy's Chanel collection reimagined tweed and 1920s fashion, leading to 'Chanelmania'.
  • Haider Ackermann's Tom Ford collection emphasized sensuality through sheer PVC skirts and exposed lingerie.
  • Miuccia Prada's Miu Miu collection focused on body size and identity, referencing 1990s minimalism and 'ugly chic'.
  • The fashion week followed Milan Fashion Week, concluding the fashion month.
  • The article questions the relevance of fashion shows during global conflicts but argues the industry must continue.

Entities

Artists

  • Jonathan Anderson
  • Matthieu Blazy
  • Haider Ackermann
  • Miuccia Prada
  • Gabrielle 'Coco' Chanel
  • Catherine de' Medici
  • Louis XIV
  • Giulio Solfrizzi

Institutions

  • Dior
  • Chanel
  • Tom Ford
  • Miu Miu
  • Artribune
  • Paris Fashion Week

Locations

  • Paris
  • France
  • Tuileries Gardens
  • Milan
  • Italy

Sources