EVERYTHING YOU MISSED THIS WEEK
words ELIANA CASA
editor MARIE-PAULINE CESARI
“Certain loves never end. They take the longest detours, only to come back again”- just like Numéro Netherlands' beloved weekly recap. Milan and Paris Men’s SS26 fashion weeks were no joke, especially with this heat—and if you, dear reader, thought we were on holiday…think again. Fashion doesn’t go on vacation. So for our glorious comeback, we rewound the clock just a bit. We started with Anderson’s debut collection at Dior, detoured through Rick Owens and Demna’s new exhibitions, only to circle back to… well, you’ll have to keep scrolling to find out.
We’re so back. Did you miss us? Because we definitely missed you.
JONATHAN ANDERSON DEBUTS DIOR SS26 MEN’S
If we had to name one of the most awaited moments of Paris Fashion Week, we’d scream: Jonathan Anderson’s debut at Dior for the SS26 menswear collection. A plate with three eggs awaited us in our hotel room, making the anticipation even more unbearable. Held at the Hôtel des Invalides, the collection featured 67 looks, each packed with details and references we couldn’t help but notice, and appreciate. Anderson crafted wearable looks for the new Dior man, all while carefully studying the brand’s storied archives. For the designer, what matters most is how you style things—like those school-style summer sandals or the endless ways collars and ties were layered over shirts and vests. Up close, the craftsmanship speaks volumes: fabric-covered buttons took 144 hours to be sewn onto pre-revolutionary-inspired coats adorned with precious embroidery we absolutely loved. We could go on for paragraphs, but we’ll have to stop here and remind you of our full review. As for us? One thing’s certain: Dior’s couture legacy is safe in Anderson’s hands. Now, the countdown begins for the womenswear collection.
RICK OWENS TAKES OVER PALAIS GALLIERA WITH “TEMPLE OF LOVE”
Some call him the "Dark Prince", but for us, he’s the one and only Rick Owens, who—once again—did something à la Rick. If you want a real taste of the designer and his world, now’s your chance. And Rick took that quite literally, by including a giant fountain shaped like himself, while mid-pee. Now open at Paris’s Palais Galliera, the new exhibition features over 100 pieces that trace his bold, avant-garde fashion journey, on view through January 2026. From personal history to art and design, the space includes intimate installations like a recreation of his California bedroom and brutalist sculptures displayed in the museum garden.
via INSTAGRAM @rickowensonline
BALENCIAGA X DEMNA EXHIBITION OPENS IN PARIS
The fashion exhibition tour continues, and next up is Balenciaga x Demna. Celebrating a decade at the creative helm, Demna Gvasalia has opened the doors to his archive—a powerful retrospective of 101 pieces that reshaped the brand’s identity. In a bittersweet nod to his journey, he even displayed the rejection email he received when he first applied to the brand back in 2007. Among the guests, we spotted Pierpaolo Piccioli and Demna himself deep in conversation—were they discussing the future of Balenciaga? Or perhaps Demna’s rumored next chapter at Gucci? We still wonder. One thing’s certain: this exhibition is not to be missed. Mark your calendars and hurry up - it’ll be open until July 2025 at Kering’s Paris headquarters.
JACQUEMUS CELEBRATES ITS SOUTHERN FRENCH ROOTS AT VERSAILLES
A kid—symbolizing a young Simon Porte Jacquemus—ran up the huge steps of Versailles and opened the doors to the Jacquemus SS26 Men's collection. With that poetic image, the show began. “Le Paysan” was a celebration on so many levels: an homage to Simon’s Southern French roots, but above all, a deeply personal tribute to his grandmother, who sat in the audience, while wiping away tears. Drawing inspiration from her wardrobe, the collection embraced both simplicity and volume, featuring natural fabrics and delicate embroidery that echoed her timeless style. Staged in the enchanting Orangerie of Versailles, the show felt like a dream made real. It ended just as it began—with Simon himself retracing the boy’s steps, reminding us all to nurture the dreams of our inner child. Only this time, dear Simon, you didn’t just dream it—you lived it.
via INSTAGRAM @jacquemus
MARC JACOBS TAKES ON “BEAUTY” FOR ITS RUNWAY 2026 SHOW
Are we the only ones still obsessing over those Marc Jacobs boots worn by Alex Consani during the FW26 show? We doubt it. Held at the iconic New York Public Library, Marc Jacobs didn’t miss the opportunity to stun the fashion audience with 19 sculptural looks in just five minutes. Titled Beauty, the collection was Jacobs’ personal meditation on the concept of beauty in all its exaggerated, distorted, and fantastical forms. He sent models down the runway in architectural silhouettes featuring oversized bows, voluminous bubble skirts, and those now-iconic heel-less boots that blurred the line between fashion and art. In true Marc Jacobs fashion, the show was equal parts performance and provocation, reminding us that when it comes to theatrical, visionary design, he still reigns supreme.
via INSTAGRAM @marcjacobs
STRAY KIDS’ LEE IS GUCCI’S NEW GLOBAL AMBASSADOR
Fashion week just got a new main character, and Gucci has just unlocked your next fashion crush. South Korean singer and dancer, Stray Kids’ Lee Know is Gucci’s newest global brand ambassador—and honestly, could there be a better match? Known for his sharp and effortlessly cool style, Lee Know has been turning heads on and off stage. His Gucci era has already been brewing, when he appeared at the Cruise 2025 show among the crowd.
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VERSACE'S FW26 IS A CELEBRATION OF FREEDOM, STRENGTH, AND POWER
Only Donatella could gather some of the most iconic models of all time in the same room. We’re talking Claudia Schiffer, Kate Moss, Kristen McMenamy, Amber Valletta, Natasha Poly, Saskia de Brauw, Liu Wen, Mica Argañaraz, Anok Yai, Mila Van Eeten, and Jacqui Hooper.
The new FW26 campaign unfolds as a striking conversation between contrasts: past and present, softness and edge, tension and release. Versace’s signature codes are front and center—yes, the iconic metallic mesh makes its expected, and much-welcomed appearance—alongside references to arcohival pieces that speak to Donatella’s glamour. Shot by longtime collaborators Mert and Marcus, the visuals feel like a continuation of Donatella’s bold, sensual vision. As she explained, “It was all about friendship, loyalty, and love. These images were created to celebrate the soul of the Versace woman—her strength, her spirit, her attitude, and her heart.”
via INSTAGRAM @versace
