The Fashion Week of 2026, is shaping up to be one of the most groundbreaking events in recent runway history. With major changes in store for the four global fashion capitals New York, London, Milan, and Paris.
A Full Calendar of Must-See Shows
Across the four cities, fashion enthusiasts can expect to witness 76 runway shows and 36 presentations. This promises to be one of the busiest and most dynamic seasons in recent memory. As Paris takes center stage, several fresh faces in style will unveil their debut collections for iconic houses. Among them are Matthieu Blazy at Chanel, Jonathan Anderson at Dior, and Pierpaolo Piccioli at Balenciaga.
Their much anticipated shows will undoubtedly set the tone for the season, offering new visions for these legendary brands. In New York, the week will kick off with Michael Kors and will also feature rising designers like Nicholas Aburn for Area, as well as Colm Dillane.
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The New British Fashion
This season, London will undergo a significant transformation under the leadership of Laura Weir, who was appointed as the new head of the British Fashion Council. Her initiative to revitalize London runway Week involves removing registration fees to encourage a broader range of young, diverse creators.
London’s style week will see 18% more shows than the previous season, reflecting the growing global interest in British fashion. The city’s style scene will be filled with both established names like Burberry and Erdem, and newcomers like Aaron Esh, Tolu Cocker, and Karoline Vitto. The runway East program will also celebrate its 25th anniversary.
The Big Bang of Creativity
Paris, the undisputed capital of fashion, will be the epicenter of this season’s buzz. A record number of highly anticipated debuts will take place in the French capital, with Sarah Burton at Givenchy all set to present their first collections in their new roles.
The season will also feature seasoned designers like Glenn Martens for Maison Margiela, and Haider Ackermann for Tom Ford, who will bring their distinct visions to the runway.
Among the new talents, Meryll Rogge, recently appointed creative director of Marni, and the return of Thom Browne will bring even more excitement to the schedule. Paris Fashion Week promises to be a veritable “big bang” of creativity, setting the stage for the future of global fashion.
