Paris Fashion Week - UK Sotheby's International Realty

Whilst there are many laudable fashion events and weeks hosted around the world, Paris Fashion Week is arguably the most prestigious and influential. Designers featured often set the tone for the upcoming fashion season and their collections go on to impact the fashion choices of consumers around the world. So why is Paris Fashion Week seen as such a global trendsetter and what makes it a must-attend event for anyone passionate about fashion?

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A Flair for Innovation

Paris Fashion Week is renowned for showcasing a wide range of styles and themes, from the avant-garde to the classic, providing a space for designers to push boundaries and experiment with new concepts. The city's artistic and cultural vibrancy fosters an environment where innovation is celebrated, leading to groundbreaking designs that often set the trends for the global fashion scene.

Icon Seal of Approval

What else could speak as highly of Paris’ fashion pedigree than a seal of approval from the world’s most iconic fashion houses? Brands such as Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Dior, Balenciaga and Givenchy all originated in Paris and continue to maintain their headquarters there. These storied designers are responsible for influencing a huge proportion of the international fashion industry and they are a testament to how well-respected Paris is amongst the fashion elite.

VIPs Only

Whilst it is of course possible to secure invitations and tickets to Paris Fashion Week, you will need to get in quick to beat the prestigious crowd of top fashionistas. The world’s leading designers, models, editors, celebrities and influencers are to be found in the audience at Paris Fashion Week, which makes for a front row nearly as interesting as what is on the catwalk.

Exquisite Venues

The iconic landmarks that are often used as venues during Paris Fashion Week are simply one-of-a-kind. Catwalk shows that are hosted in magnificent settings like the Grand Palais or the Louvre add untold grandeur and drama to the proceedings. The architecture and historical style of Paris is also why it is home to such magnificent luxury properties, many of which are available for rent during events like Paris Fashion Week or for sale to those looking for a home in the most romantic city in the world. If you are interested in exploring the exquisite luxury properties of Paris, get in touch with our local office.

Hosting Haute Couture

Nowhere else places quite as high an emphasis on the celebration of haute couture as Paris Fashion Week. As the pinnacle of fashion craftsmanship, haute couture is a way to showcase the highest levels of artistry and attention to detail; proving that fashion can often be a work of art in itself.

The Perfect Paris Fashion Week

As well as invitations or tickets to the best shows and access to the most fabulous after parties, your experience of Paris Fashion Week wouldn’t be complete without ensuring that you take full advantage of its mesmerising host city. You will want to book a suite at one of Paris’ top hotels like The Ritz, the Mandarin Oriental or the Plaza Athénée to enjoy round-the-clock luxury and five-star service. In terms of stunning French cuisine, you can dine at the classic L’Ambroisie or the Michelin-starred Le Jules Verne (with its conveniently impressive Eiffel Tower views), just make sure to get your reservation in early – the city’s finest are booked up well in advance during the bi-annual carnivals of fashion.

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Paris Fashion Week is one of the most exciting events on the calendar and not just for industry-insiders. Those with an eye for colours, couture and Chanel-worthy accessories will recognise the legacy and influence of this eminent event. Given its popularity around the world and its setting as the main stage for designer brands and upcoming artistry, it is unlikely to be toppled from its throne anytime soon.