September in Paris is always a whirlwind, and this year it’s even busier with Celine Dion’s residency and Pope Leo XIV’s visit to the city. Now the packed fashion week continues. With two designer debuts, returning brands, important third shows, and plenty of events, there’s a lot to look forward to.
The Spring/Summer 2027 women’s ready-to-wear calendar runs from September 28 to October 6, with 68 shows and 34 presentations, compared to 74 shows and 37 presentations for SS26. That was a historic season, marked by an unprecedented wave of designer debuts. This season there are only two: Drew Henry, Courrèges’s new artistic director, shows for the first time on September 30 at 10:30am, and Kai Nesselrath, Carven’s new design director, presents on October 1 at 12:30pm.
Alaïa is holding two intimate presentations on October 3 at 7pm and 8pm. The collection will be designed by the studio, following the departure of longtime creative director Pieter Mulier, who left for Versace earlier this year.
Several brands are returning to the calendar after a season or more away: Valentino, which showed its fall 2026 collection in Rome; Maison Margiela (whose creative director Glenn Martens will focus solely on the house after stepping down from Diesel); Sacai; Ester Manas; Christopher Esber; and Casablanca.
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Other highlights include the third women’s ready-to-wear shows from those leading Dior (Jonathan Anderson), Chanel (Matthieu Blazy), Balenciaga (Pierpaolo Piccioli), Loewe (Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez), Jean Paul Gaultier (Duran Lantink), and Mugler (Miguel Castro Freitas). “A year after fashion’s major shake-up, it’s a season of asserting creative visions,” notes PR guru Lucien Pagès.
On the third shows of Blazy at Chanel and Anderson at Dior, Galeries Lafayette chief merchandising officer Alix Morabito says: “There is always something particularly exciting — and intense — about witnessing two major talents define their visions within two of the world’s most powerful fashion houses.” Morabito went on to call Lantink’s Jean Paul Gaultier “one of the most compelling reboots of a designer brand.”
Jean Paul Gaultier FW26. Photo: Acielle/ Style Du Monde
The first day will give a nice spotlight to LVMH Prize alumni, with shows from Julie Kegels and Hodakova, winners of the prize in 2026 and 2024, respectively, as well as the presentation of 2024 semi-finalist Fidan Novruzova, who joins the official calendar this season. Meanwhile, 2023 LVMH Prize winner Satoshi Kuwata of Setchu will present his collaboration with French outdoors and lifestyle brand Aigle from 6pm in the garden of Musée Carnavalet.
Also on Monday, Maxhosa Africa, the South African label founded by designer Laduma Ngxokolo, will hold its first official PFW show. Ngxokolo’s colorful knitwear creations have been worn by Beyoncé and Michelle Obama.
Day two will feature the show of 2026 Andam Grand Prize winner Marie Adam-Leenaerdt, known for her conceptual and versatile designs. “She has earned it. Now, it’s time for her to fully unleash her strength, talent, and vision,” Morabito says of the Belgian designer.
Alexandra Golovanoff, the Parisian designer and journalist who launched her eponymous cashmere line in 2016 before expanding it into a complete wardrobe collection, will also present on September 29. This season, she is joining the official presentation calendar.
On October 1, Icicle, the Chinese fashion brand that recently tapped Sabato De Sarno as creative director, will present its latest collection. De Sarno’s first collection for the label will be presented in March during FW27.
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Marking the end of the fashion month circuit, Louis Vuitton will close the curtain on October 6 at 6:30pm.
Off-schedule, A$AP Rocky will stage a fashion show on September 30 at 6pm at Accor Arena, one of Paris’s biggest music venues, just a couple of hours before taking the stage for his sold-out concert.The star showed the first two seasons of his clothing line AWGE in Paris, and the third in New York for fall. Other must-see shows include Colombian designer Johanna Ortiz on October 4 at 5:30pm, this time at Maison de l’Amérique Latine, after her visit to Madrid Fashion Week for FW26. There’s also Aje, the Australian brand founded by Edwina Forest and Adrian Norris, which is holding its second show in the city on October 6, after its Paris debut a year ago. Speaking of Australia, the Australian Fashion Council selected 12 designers for its showroom at Galerie Poggi on Rue Saint-Martin, from September 30 to October 4. And SIR will be in Paris with its first solo showroom space from September 30 to October 6. French luxury childrenswear brand Bonpoint, which was acquired by Chinese conglomerate Youngor Group last year, is staging a show on October 3.
Events to note
As for what’s happening off the runway, mark your calendars.
L’Oréal Paris will hold its annual show in front of the Eiffel Tower on Place Joffre on September 28. Expect a flurry of L’Oréal Paris ambassadors including Simone Ashley, Viola Davis, Kendall Jenner, Eva Longoria, and the newly appointed Kristen Bell.
It’s a season of collaborations. Starting with the first collection from Spanish retailer Zara and John Galliano on October 1, as part of a two-year creative partnership, there will also be a party marking H&M x Elie Saab, which will launch on October 22, as well as that of Jean-Charles de Castelbajac and Barbie. The prolific designer has put his touch on Barbie and Ken dolls.
Dior FW26.
Photo: Acielle/ Style Du Monde
Also worth noting, Just An Idea’s Sarah Andelman is curating “Just An Real Age”, an exhibition retracing 25 collections from Japanese label Anrealage, as well as a pop-up. Both will be open from October 2 to 5 at 76 rue de Turenne. The Karl Lagerfeld brand will host a party with Paris Hilton on October 1.
But if what you need is to unwind, Alo Oasis Paris, a private wellness space at Hôtel Plaza Athénée, will be open from September 29 to October 3, offering IV drips, vitamin shots, lymphatic drainage, and more. Clarins is hosting its Clarins Glam Club in a private apartment on September 30, allowing invitees to try new skincare, haircare and makeup from the brand.
Then, Celine Dion’s Parisian residency goes on. The Canadian singer has a few concert dates that coincide with fashion week: September 30, October 2, and October 3. (If you are lucky enough to stay at the Royal Monceau, you may see her singing for fans outside the hotel when she returns from her concerts.) Given the sensation she has created with her on-stage looks from Dior, Schiaparelli, Alaïa, Givenchy, and Louis Vuitton, we might expect to see her on some of the upcoming front rows.
Celine Dion in Givenchy.
Photo: Getty Images
On September 30, the exhibition “Penn & Fashion”, retracing photographer Irving Penn’s career from 1947 to 2008, opens to the public at Maison Européenne de la Photographie. The same day, “Look: 40 Years of Fashion at the Museum” opens at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, offering a look at the expertise involved in documenting, preserving, restoring, and displaying fashion history. Palais Galliera’s “A Wardrobe of One’s Own: Dissident Femininities in the 19th Century” exhibition opened on September 26. Curated by Emilie Hammen, it shines a light on the appropriation by 19th century women of male dress codes.
And if you can fit a little getaway to Versailles into your schedule, there’s the Marie Antoinette exhibition at the Petit Trianon, dedicated to the making and 20th anniversary of Sofia Coppola’s Marie Antoinette, with the support of Cartier. The exhibition features behind-the-scenes photographs of Kirsten Dunst by Andrew Durham, costumes by Milena Canonero, and footage from the documentary Making Marie Antoinette. It was directed by Coppola’s late mother, Eleanor Coppola, who accompanied her daughter on set.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here is a list of FAQs about the Paris Fashion Week Cheat Sheet SpringSummer 2027
The Basics
What is the Paris Fashion Week Cheat Sheet for SpringSummer 2027
It is a simplified guide that summarizes the most important shows trends and schedules for the SpringSummer 2027 season It helps you understand what happened without reading hundreds of articles
When does Paris Fashion Week for SpringSummer 2027 take place
It typically happens in late September or early October 2026 This is because fashion weeks show the next years season ahead of time
What does SpringSummer 2027 actually mean
It refers to the clothing collection that will arrive in stores in early 2027 The shows in 2026 are a preview for that future season
Who participates in Paris Fashion Week
It includes major luxury houses emerging designers and established brands Only brands invited by the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode can officially participate
What is the difference between a show and a presentation
A show is a traditional runway walk with models A presentation is a static display where guests walk around to view the clothes on models or mannequins
The Cheat Sheet Itself
What is usually included in a cheat sheet
A good cheat sheet includes
The schedule of major shows
A list of top trends for the season
Key designers and their themes
Standout looks or viral moments
Practical tips for following along
Who is this cheat sheet for
It is for fashion students journalists buyers influencers and anyone who wants a quick overview without deep industry knowledge
How is this different from a full review
A full review analyzes a single collection in depth A cheat sheet gives you the highlights across the entire week in a few minutes
Can I use the cheat sheet to predict trends
Yes Cheat sheets often highlight recurring colors silhouettes and fabrics These are strong indicators of what will be popular in 2027
Trends Content
What are the expected top trends for SpringSummer 2027
While exact trends vary common predictions include
Sheer layering
Overs