Discover the latest trends and standout designs straight from the runway of Paris Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2024. From elegant and renowned couture houses to emerging designers alike witness an array of captivating ensembles that redefine sophistication and push the boundaries of creativity. Explore the top styles that captivated audiences and set the tone for the 2024 fall and winter season.
Miu Miu
In recent seasons, Miu Miu’s runway presentations have consistently marked the inception of influential trends, from the iconic micro miniskirt to the quirky librarian- chic style and the nostalgic coolness of early 2000s mall culture. However, for the fall of 2024, Miuccia Prada revisited the essence of refined femininity with a peculiar twist — a maximalist aesthetic beloved by her most ardent Miu Miu enthusiasts since its inception.
Chanel
Chanel’s latest show, curated by creative director Virgini Viard, embraced a blend of 1920s elegance and beachside vibes. The runway, reminiscent of Deauville’s sky at sunset, showcased a range of naval inspired outfits, including tweed peacoats and sailor-style sweaters. Viard’s collection featured cosy cardigan sets, wool jumpsuits, and chic accessories like handbags and shearling-lined boots, all perfect for winter beach walks. The look was finished causally with styled jackets, skirts paired with jeans, channelling the timeless winter elegance of Jane Birkin.
Sacai
Chitose Abe, renowned for her innovative designs at Sacai, continues to reimagine everyday attire with his latest collection. Pieces are seamlessly fused together, blending different fabrics and silhouettes with remarkable creativity. From a hybrid flight jacket with quilted sleeves to coat- jacket dresses, the collection offers versatility and ease in dressing. With knee highs enhancing the overall look, traditional pants seem unnecessary. Sacai’s signature approach allows for effortless yet distinctive dressing, epitomising Abe’s unique vision.
Stella McCartney
Stella McCartney’s Fall/Winter 2024 collection had sustainability at the forefront of the show. The runway opened with an eco-manifesto delivered by Olivia Coleman and Helen Mirren, setting the tone for the show’s commitment to activism. McCartney showcased a range of innovative sustainable materials, including regenerative wool, vegan leather, and forest-friendly viscose. McCartney’s collection serves as a powerful reminder that stylish fashion can coexist with sustainability, even in a season dominated by fur and leather.
McQueen
One of the most anticipated debuts this season was Sean McGirr’s McQueen collection. Set in a gritty warehouse, it showcased his youthful take on London’s East End characters. Some pieces, like studded leather jackets and smashed-car window dresses, showed promise. The collection lacked McQueen’s signature sharp suiting and subversion of the everyday. Tailoring evolved with leather trench coats and ankle-cinched denim, while plush textures became turtleneck tops and cocoon coats. Leather trench coats and ankle-cinched denim represented modern tailoring, while plush textures morphed into turtleneck tops and cocoon coats.
