The first full day of Paris Fashion Week brought bold visions and standout moments from Lanvin, Courrèges, and Dries Van Noten. From Lanvin’s elegant revival in signature blue to Dries’ explosion of colour and Courrèges’ space-age cool, each house delivered something distinct, thoughtful, thrilling, and entirely their own. Let’s begin (chronologically, of course) with Lanvin…

Set against a factory-style backdrop, Prada SS26 delivered a masterclass in modern femininity, blending utility silhouettes with ruffled lace skirts, bold colours, and silk gloves in every shade imaginable. Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons struck the perfect balance between wearable and whimsical - cohesive, clever, and unmistakably Prada.