This year, Vogue Runway’s readers were captivated by a range of stories. These included coverage of Melania Trump’s inauguration fashion, guides to both Costume Institute exhibitions, and a history of Christian Dior’s New Look—perfectly timed to Jonathan Anderson’s arrival at the historic house and beautifully illustrated by Vogue’s senior archive editor, Laird Borrelli-Persson.
Entrances always made headlines, whether it was Old Navy’s first designer collaboration with Anna Sui or Apple’s partnership with Issey Miyake. Exits did, too. The passing of Giorgio Armani at 91, just weeks before his company’s 50th-anniversary celebration, prompted many moving tributes, including a heartfelt remembrance by our own Luke Leitch.
Adam Selman’s debut at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show also made the list. But why no other debuts in a year full of them? Because we track runway shows separately from articles. Back in February and March, during the fall 2025 collections, it was Miu Miu and its retro bullet bras that caught our readers’ attention (you clearly love all kinds of bras!). Then, in September and October for spring 2026, Matthieu Blazy’s sensational show for Chanel had everyone talking.
You also turned to Vogue Runway for fashion advice. Our senior fashion news editor, Laia Garcia-Furtado, shared her wisdom all year on “the art of getting dressed.” Her most popular tips? Surprisingly, about flip-flops. Yes, flip-flops! Like all her writing, it was light on lecturing and full of style. She asked: “Can you wear flip-flops in the city? At your own peril! Can you wear flip-flops to the office? Depends on your office! Have feet gotten a bad rap in our current world? Absolutely. Show them some love—they literally carry you around every day.”
Happy New Year! We’ll see you in 2026. And if you’re looking for recommendations on winter snow boots, we’ve got those covered, too.
Frequently Asked Questions
Of course Here is a list of FAQs about The Top Vogue Runway Stories of 2025 designed to cover a range of interests from general to fashionfocused
General Beginner Questions
Q What exactly are Vogue Runway Stories
A They are indepth articles and reports by Vogue that analyze the biggest trends controversies collections and cultural moments from the international fashion show season going beyond just photos
Q Why should I care about 2025s runway stories if Im not in fashion
A These stories often reflect broader cultural shiftsin technology politics sustainability and beauty standardsthat influence everything from what you see in stores to whats celebrated in media and pop culture
Q Where can I find these top stories
A Primarily on Vogue Runways official website and app Key stories are also highlighted in Vogues print magazines and across their social media channels
Q Do these stories just cover clothing
A No they cover the full spectrum standout clothing collections set design model casting trends designer debuts frontrow celebrity moments and the business and technology behind the shows
Trends Highlights
Q What were the biggest overall trends of the 2025 runways
A Expect stories on dominant trends like a major color a silhouette a material innovation or a nostalgic revival
Q Which designer had the most talkedabout show in 2025
A Vogue will highlight a standout likely a major house like Chanel or Dior with a revolutionary set or a rising designer who delivered a critically acclaimed gamechanging collection
Q Was there a major sustainability story in 2025
A Almost certainly Look for a top story on a brand that pioneered a new zerowaste technique a show made entirely from recycled materials or a major industry pledge announced during fashion week
Q How did technologyAI impact the 2025 runways
A A top story will likely cover thiswhether its AIused design elements virtual reality show experiences digitalonly clothing reveals or the use of advanced materials science in fabrics
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