Paris Fashion Week 2024 launched with dazzling style and star power, despite the rainy Parisian weather. L’Oreal Paris opened the week with their outdoor “Walk Your Worth” show, a stunning celebration of inclusivity and glamour. Hollywood icons like Jane Fonda, in eye-catching silver sneakers, Kendall Jenner, Eva Longoria, and Andie MacDowell graced the runway, alongside international stars such as Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. The show was a visual treat, set against the grandeur of the Opera Garnier.
L’Oreal’s mission to “democratise fashion” allowed the public to witness the runway magic, traditionally reserved for fashion elites. With Celine Dion introducing the show and models of all backgrounds — including those with prosthetic limbs and Brazilian supermodel Luma Grothe proudly showcasing her baby bump — it was a vibrant start to the week.
The nine-day event opened with rising French designer Victor Weinsanto’s rain-soaked display atop the Pompidou Centre, kicking off a string of highly anticipated showcases from industry giants like Dior, Saint Laurent, and Chanel.
Rumors of a major shakeup at luxury houses are swirling, with speculation about the successors of Karl Lagerfeld at Chanel and John Galliano’s future at Maison Margiela. As profits at major luxury groups like LVMH and Kering waver, this year’s Fashion Week is set against the backdrop of fierce competition for creative leadership.
Fashion insiders eagerly await upcoming shows, including Valentino’s debut under Alessandro Michele and Coperni’s unique presentation at Disneyland Paris. The grand finale on October 1 will see Chanel return to the recently renovated Grand Palais, paying homage to the legacy of Lagerfeld with what promises to be a spectacular display.
