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LeMonde
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- LeMonde
Calm, softness and lightness prevail at Paris men's Fashion Week
High temperatures did not curb the enthusiasm of the fashion world during the final days of Paris Fashion Week menswear, which ran until June 29. Outside the shows, crowds of fans hoping to catch a glimpse of their favorite celebrities jostled with style enthusiasts trying to charm security into letting them in. But on the runway, the atmosphere was entirely different. A certain gentleness, a welcome sense of calm, prevailed. At Hermès, Véronique Nichanian, who has overseen men's fashion since 1988, echoed this sentiment: "This is a wardrobe for the city in the middle of summer. I wanted to infuse it with a sense of lightness and softness, like a pleasant breeze. I think we all need that right now." This vision translated into luxurious materials handled with great delicacy, such as fine leather overshirts and jackets with openwork details, tank tops and smocks in lightweight cotton or silk knits, oversized linen knit T-shirts and slightly loose cotton twill trousers that seemed to float around the leg. Sweaters with geometric prints were crafted in thick knits, but without heaviness. Large canvas and leather tote bags added a traveler's touch to this relaxed urban look. Around the neck, green, pink and yellow scarves with frayed edges, tied casually, contrasted with the almost autumnal palette of this beautiful summer collection. Summer 2026 also took on an urban feel at Officine Générale, which staged its show right on the street in front of its offices in the 6 th arrondissement of Paris. The brand, founded by Pierre Mahéo in 2012, has made functional wardrobes its trademark. This season, it brought a Riviera spirit to it. "Paris is a wonderful city, but it has one major flaw: It's far from the coast. So I imagined a Parisian summer collection that was both urban and seaside," the designer explained. Men – and women – in Officine Générale strolled the pavement in featherweight poplin wide-legged trousers, rolled at the ankles; striped or printed cotton shirts thrown over traditional striped sailor tops; and zip-up nubuck jackets. On their feet, soft slippers or leather flip-flops made for an especially light step, in keeping with this understated and effective collection. For Marine Serre, it was also a time for tranquility. There was no mega-show this season; instead, the designer chose the intimate setting of an art gallery to present her mixed collection. "I really wanted to focus on the clothing. An exhibition space is perfect for that, just like when you look at paintings." With upcycling and fabric recovery as a common thread, Serre offered wide-legged trousers and work jackets in denim patchwork, close-fitting blazers and scout-inspired shirts complete with integrated scarves and patches. The crescent moon logo – a house signature – adorned faded jeans, bomber jackets and shoe fastenings with equal flair. The advantage of such a close-up presentation was the ability to touch the garments and appreciate their craftsmanship, which certainly shone through. Imaginary island Bulgarian designer Kiko Kostadinov, based in London, has presented his collections in Paris since 2022. In a garage in northern Paris, some rooms spread with fine sand, the 30-something unveiled a collection inspired by a peaceful life on an imaginary island. Striped jackets and trousers were as light as pajamas, fine cotton shorts were roomy and soft polo shirts featured well-placed leather insets. Graphic patterns evoked waves or flowers, as did the collection's easygoing color palette: brown, green, blue. Large, supple bags reminiscent of shepherds' satchels and Bulgarian bagpipes completed the look. This return to roots was also present in the work of Willy Chavarria, coupled with a strong message. The California-based designer opened his show at the Salle Pleyel with about 30 men in white T-shirts and bermuda shorts, made in collaboration with the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU, an advocacy group for individual and free speech rights). Seated with their hands behind their backs, they adopted a pose inspired by prisoners at the Salvadoran counterterrorism detention center, opened by the president of El Salvador in 2023. Footage of inmates there, many of them migrants deported by the US government since April, has circulated around the world. Accompanied by the powerful vocals of Mexican singer Vivir Quintana, the collection was titled "Huron," after designer Chavarria's hometown. The large, colorful suits echoed those he saw in his childhood, as did the wide ties. These were followed by roomy shorts, oversized blazers, layered polo shirts and short, zip-up jackets paired with baggy trousers, all to create a wardrobe of melancholic beauty. Finally, British designer Craig Green, a regular at London Fashion Week, presented his new collection at the Conservatoire National des Arts et Métiers. A master of deconstruction and a graduate of Central Saint Martins in London, Green has continued with his successful experiments: Parkas and trench coats were cut open at the back, jackets fastened with dozens of straps and swathes of fabric trailed from shirts and shorts. The prints were floral and colorful. "The older you get, the more you want to do simple things – like tend your garden, right?" the almost 40-year-old said with a smile at the end of the show. It was another way of conjuring up a sense of calm and softness.
Yahoo
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Hermès Men's Spring 2026: Feeling Good
Hermès' big message this season? Talk to the hand. From the leather openwork weave on shirts and trousers, to the rough edges on jaunty silk twill bandanas, to the ribbed and nubby knits, this collection was as sensual as it gets. More from WWD In Luxembourg, a Historic Residence Opens Doors to the Present Willy Chavarria Takes on the Megaride AG, Superstar in Latest Adidas Collab Summer 2025 Fashion: City Escape Véronique Nichanian was designing for a summer in the city — any city, and any kind of summer. There were pieces for ultra-hot weather, (see the leather-and-rope sandals); chilly summers (note the sleeveless knit vests); and rainy ones, too (leather blouson jackets — some yellow as butter — should offer some protection). Silhouettes were slouchy, laid-back and easy. Nichanian layered open-neck striped shirts over scoop-neck T-shirts and under safari-style jackets, and accessorized shantung suits, shackets and silky tops with knotted or draped scarves in colors ranging from bright green to silvery gray. Those signature Hermès silks worked overtime, not just around models' necks but also as colorful pleats on cool, collarless shirts which the designer paired with high-waist trousers, some of which had built-in belts. She also lightened up leather tops and trousers with an openwork weave so delicate it resembled lace, and added lots of texture to knits. A cocoa colored sweater with a sailor collar came with chunky ribbing; a short-sleeve polo style had uneven seams, and an oversize V-neck sweater was adorned with a zigzag pattern of perforations. The whole outing was fresh, easy — and for a man on the move. And while the designer may have been thinking of summer in the city, she also knows her man dreams of escape, even if it's for a long weekend. Nichanian equipped him with some seriously beautiful, textural hand luggage, including canvas and calfskin duffles, weekend-cum-garment bags with touches of tobacco-toned leather, and overnight totes for popping in the back of the roadster on a Thursday (or maybe even a Wednesday) night. Launch Gallery: Hermès Men's Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection Best of WWD Windowsen RTW Spring 2022 Louis Shengtao Chen RTW Spring 2022 Vegan Fashion Week Returns to L.A. With Nous Etudions, Vegan Tiger on the Runway
Asharq Al-Awsat
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Asharq Al-Awsat
At Hermes, Woven Leather and Quiet Confidence Set the Tone for Paris Menswear
While much of Paris Fashion Week chased spectacle, Hermes chose a different path. On Saturday, artistic director Véronique Nichanian unveiled a Summer 2026 men's collection that spoke in a language of quiet strength, deep craft and calm luxury. Models walked beneath soaring mirrors in sharply cut jackets, high-waisted woven leather trousers, and sleeveless tops — pieces that fused house tradition with a modern, easy sensuality. Nichanian's colors were cool and exact: coffee, slate, taupe and beige, each one a lesson in subtlety. There was no shouting here, only precision. What made the collection powerful was its restraint. Where others go wide, Hermes goes narrow, offering tailored silhouettes and a sense of order when the rest of fashion is busy making noise. Fine leather, featherlight silks, and bandanas with a whisper of fringe reminded the crowd that true luxury is about touch, not flash. Nichanian's playful touches — zigzag motifs, the wink of an unbuttoned shirt, a glint of silver hardware — kept things human, not stiff. It was a masterclass in how to make classic codes feel new, even radical, simply by refusing to chase trends. In a season marked by designer shake-ups and economic jitters, Hermes stood alone: confident, focused, and unwilling to compromise. As Nichanian took her bow to cheers, she sent a clear message — at Hermes, luxury is about the pleasure of the wearer, not the applause of the crowd.
San Francisco Chronicle
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- San Francisco Chronicle
At Hermès, woven leather and quiet confidence set the tone for Paris menswear
PARIS (AP) — While much of Paris Fashion Week chased spectacle, Hermès chose a different path. On Saturday, artistic director Véronique Nichanian unveiled a Summer 2026 men's collection that spoke in a language of quiet strength, deep craft and calm luxury. Models walked beneath soaring mirrors in sharply cut jackets, high-waisted woven leather trousers, and sleeveless tops — pieces that fused house tradition with a modern, easy sensuality. Nichanian's colors were cool and exact: coffee, slate, taupe and beige, each one a lesson in subtlety. There was no shouting here, only precision. What made the collection powerful was its restraint. Where others go wide, Hermès goes narrow —offering tailored silhouettes and a sense of order when the rest of fashion is busy making noise. Fine leather, featherlight silks, and bandanas with a whisper of fringe reminded the crowd that true luxury is about touch, not flash. Nichanian's playful touches — zigzag motifs, the wink of an unbuttoned shirt, a glint of silver hardware — kept things human, not stiff. It was a masterclass in how to make classic codes feel new, even radical, simply by refusing to chase trends. In a season marked by designer shake-ups and economic jitters, Hermès stood alone: confident, focused, and unwilling to compromise. As Nichanian took her bow to cheers, she sent a clear message — at Hermès, luxury is about the pleasure of the wearer, not the applause of the crowd.
Hamilton Spectator
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
At Hermès, woven leather and quiet confidence set the tone for Paris menswear
PARIS (AP) — While much of Paris Fashion Week chased spectacle, Hermès chose a different path. On Saturday, artistic director Véronique Nichanian unveiled a Summer 2026 men's collection that spoke in a language of quiet strength, deep craft and calm luxury. Models walked beneath soaring mirrors in sharply cut jackets, high-waisted woven leather trousers, and sleeveless tops — pieces that fused house tradition with a modern, easy sensuality. Nichanian's colors were cool and exact: coffee, slate, taupe and beige, each one a lesson in subtlety. There was no shouting here, only precision. What made the collection powerful was its restraint. Where others go wide, Hermès goes narrow —offering tailored silhouettes and a sense of order when the rest of fashion is busy making noise. Fine leather, featherlight silks, and bandanas with a whisper of fringe reminded the crowd that true luxury is about touch, not flash. Nichanian's playful touches — zigzag motifs, the wink of an unbuttoned shirt, a glint of silver hardware — kept things human, not stiff. It was a masterclass in how to make classic codes feel new, even radical, simply by refusing to chase trends. In a season marked by designer shake-ups and economic jitters, Hermès stood alone: confident, focused, and unwilling to compromise. As Nichanian took her bow to cheers, she sent a clear message — at Hermès, luxury is about the pleasure of the wearer, not the applause of the crowd.
