The fashion industry never sleeps, and this week Paris is all the buzz. Balmain, Tom Ford, and Julian Klausner’s debut collection with Dries Van Noten are on our radar for the most magnetic shows. Join Whitewall as we immerse ourselves in the bold 80s silhouettes, office to night club looks, and elegant draping of Paris Fashion Week.
Balmain Enters A New Era
Courtesy of Balmain.
Courtesy of Balmain.
Balmain seduced Paris with the fall/ winter collection daringly reinventing the brand. The collection takes the Balmain woman on a journey of self-expression, balancing sexiness with delicate sensuality. Silhouettes of coats get flirtier with animal prints, and crocodile textures, merging the city of Africa and Paris in an intimate fusion. The show featured comfortable uniforms of peacoat jackets with sheltering collars and sleeves, parkas and pants with pockets to fill with endless accessories. Armor-like leather garments standout against the calming pastels of the collection. Crocodile, zebra, and bamboo textures evoke a fierce urban jungle atmosphere, merging femininity and primal chicness.
Julian Klausner takes on Dries Van Noten
Courtesy of Dries Van Noten.
Courtesy of Dries Van Noten.
Julian Klausner debuted his first stunning collection as Creative Director of Dries Van Noten. The show took place tucked inside the Palais Garnier, the perfect space for Klausner to let his imagination run wild. Elegance was an ingredient in every look, from fabric-covered buttons gently open along pant legs, to a corset belted wool skirt. Drawing from the opulence of opera, beaded mesh and gradient paillettes are layered like stage pieces worn out in the world. Lush velvet, rug jacquards, curtain tassels and playful polka dots pair with shades of green, petrol and violet. The symphony of looks dazzled the audience, serving as a successful first collection from Klausner.
“This collection is a celebration of that instinct: of transformation, of personal ritual, of the quiet yet powerful dialogue between past and future, which is at the heart of Dries Van Noten.” -Julian Klausner
Acne Studios Cityscape
Courtesy of Acne Studios.
Courtesy of Acne Studios.
Acne Studios fall/ winter 25 was all about contrasts, blending the calm of Nordic nature with the fast pace of city life. Designer Jonny Johansson captured this tension through the collection, showing how two worlds could coexist. The setting’s futuristic skyline, paired with nature-inspired sculptures by Front, set the tone for the urban edgy theme. Silhouettes featured soft, rounded tailoring and 1970s inspired draping, while pieces ranged from power suit volume to casual, flowing dresses. Fabrics played with textures, from crinkled leather and faux fur to lightweight, transparent materials. Retro shades of brown, oat, and Bordeaux dominated the palette, mixed with graphic prints like teddy bear polka dots. New bags like the oversized Camero Hotel and quirky accessories like pen-shaped jewelry added playful luxury to the mix.
Stella McCartney’s “Laptop to Lapdance” Collection
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Courtesy of Stella McCartney.
Stella McCartney celebrated the working woman in her 2025 winter collection exploring the journey of work life to nightlife. The runway mimicked an office complete with “Stella Corp” desks, an imagined company that battles the use of exotic animal skins. The collection was crafted with 96% conscious, and 100% cruelty-free materials, making a powerful statement with stunning garments. The 80s made an appearance in strong shouldered suiting, knits, and draped dresses and tops. Using YATAY M, a mycelium-based vegan material, McCartney evoked python and ostrich textures in boldly silhouetted outerwear garments. These sexy office looks were complete with the Stella McCartney x Adidas Tasant trainer, returning to the runway in fresh colors and vegan materials.
Tom Ford Captures Sensuality
Courtesy of Tom Ford.
Courtesy of Tom Ford.
Tom Ford’s fall/ winter 2025 collection was a seductive dance between nightlife and the morning after. The show’s atmosphere was set in a grey intimate chamber with steamy mirrors, hinting at the mystery of private club rooms. Ford’s designs embraced desire, pulling guests into a world of sensuality. Models embodied a modern sense of individuality with androgynous looks that celebrated clean, pure lines and vibrant colors. Bright pastels, fresh and uplifting, popped on suits and dresses as easy as t-shirts, while vivid hues also appeared as powdery eyeshadows. Model Alex Consani sported an elegant asymmetrical floor length butter yellow gown, complemented with lilac shadow. Grey and black, staples of Ford’s aesthetic, remained present, adding depth and emphasizing the playful color palette.
