Paris will be buzzing as usual during the womenswear fashion week and, also as usual, it will be hosting three of its longest-established trade shows: Tranoï, Woman and Première Classe. They will be an opportunity for French and international buyers to discover the many creative trends characterising the Spring/Summer 2026 season.
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Tranoï – venue: Palais Brongniart, 16 place de la Bourse (2nd arrondissement)
Tranoï will once again be held at Palais Brongniart in Paris, on October 2-5, featuring a selection of designers from all continents. More than 200 brands from 30 countries will be showcasing their new collections. Among the new entries, A-Jane (from Malaysia), with a distinctive, futuristic approach to form and volume; Raw Mango (from India), interpreting the Asian country’s textile traditions with a contemporary aesthetic; and Hamaji (from Kenya) and Hanout (from Morocco), which will showcase aspects of African craftsmanship. Other brands are returning to Tranoï having been absent for several seasons, like Alessa (from Brazil). Accessories will enjoy a prominent place in the show, with a wide array of brands from all over the world, like Anabel Aram with its Florida-inspired jewellery, Antúra’s Italian designs, and the experimental eyewear by Japanese brand JugadXX. Various showrooms will present selections of brands from specific countries, like Paddlers Showroom, Prochile and Vitrine Agency, showcasing designers from East Asia, Chile and Georgia respectively. Finally, Tranoï will collaborate with organisations like Canex for African fashion, Jakarta Fashion Force for Indonesian fashion, and Lady Octopus’- K Wellness for South Korea.
Woman – venue: 71 rue de la Fontaine au Roi (11th arrondissement)
The Woman trade show will welcome buyers again on October 3-5 at the 71 rue de la Fontaine au Roi venue. The number of brands exhibiting at Woman has not yet been revealed. The show is usually visitor-friendly in terms of size, featuring only a few dozen designers. Among the names that have been announced, US brand tActi, which combines traditional menswear elements with women’s dresses, creating amusing juxtapositions; Japanese brand Toujours, which features understated, timeless tailored items made with natural materials; Yan Jiang Studio, which reinterprets familiar shapes into functional yet distinctive artefacts, creating jewellery and glassware items; and Austrian brand Art Point, which produces high-quality women’s apparel and accessories characterised by straightforward silhouettes and high-tech materials, a regular exhibitor at shows in various European capitals.
Première Classe – venue: Jardin des Tuileries (1st arrondissement)
Première Classe will feature again this season, and will be held at the Jardin des Tuileries on October 3-6. Over 250 brands from all over the world will exhibit at the show, mainly specialising in accessories (jewellery, leather goods, footwear, etc) and ready-to-wear. Among the exhibitors making their maiden appearance at Première Classe, Peruvian ready-to-wear brand Estrafalario, French luggage and leather goods brand Ariadne, and Indian ready-to-wear brand Payal Pratap. The show will be split in several thematic areas: (In)visible Lines, exploring the boundary between the visible and the invisible in the creative act; Exposed, focusing on bodywear and next-to-skin garments; and Brut Icon, a showcase of emerging brands. The Run × ANDAM showroom, conceived as a hybrid venue, will present an international selection of women’s and genderless ready-to-wear. Indonesian fashion will have a high profile at Première Classe, for the third consecutive year. Franco-Indonesian fashion incubator PINTU will be back, with a focus on the PINTU Residency, featuring the Lakon Indonesia brand, presented exclusively at the show for the first time. French designers Priscille Berthaud and Kozue Sullerot will unveil the creations developed during the time they spent with tenon weavers in Lombok and batik craftsmen in Tegal. Première Classe will also showcase emerging brands Byo, Hijack Sandals, Pura, SVRI and Varyan, which are participating in the Talent Indonesia programme.
Traditional and occasion wear designer Puneet Gupta has stepped into the world of fine jewellery with the launch of ‘Deco Luméaura,’ a collection designed to blend heritage and contemporary aesthetics while taking inspiration from the dramatic landscapes of Ladakh.
Hints of Ladakh’s heritage can be seen in this sculptural evening bag – Puneet Gupta
“For me, Deco Luméaura is an exploration of transformation- of material, of story, of self,” said Puneet Gupta in a press release. “True luxury isn’t perfect; it is intentional. Every piece is crafted to be lived with and passed on.”
The jewellery collection features cocktail rings, bangles, chokers, necklaces, and statement evening bags made in recycled brass and finished with 24 carat gold. The stones used have been kept natural to highlight their imperfect and unique forms and each piece in the collection has been hammered, polished, and engraved by hand.
An eclectic mix of jewels from the collection – Puneet Gupta
Designed to function as wearable art pieces, the colourful jewellery echoes the geometry of Art Deco while incorporating distinctly South Asian imagery such as camels, butterflies, and tassels. Gupta divides his time between his stores in Hyderabad and Delhi and aims to bring Indian artistry to a global audience while crafting a dialogue between designer and artisan.
A look inside the salon of the French luxury house’s new Vienna store. – CELINE
The 150-square-metre luxury boutique in Vienna spans three storeys. It showcases the latest womenswear and menswear collections, beauty, fragrances, and Maison pieces. From the outside, the flagship impresses with a listed façade of sculpted marble, paired with large, dark-framed, floor-to-ceiling windows.
Inside, natural stone prevails, with materials such as Grand Antique marble combined with travertine. Basaltina flooring laid throughout features a French-inspired chevron pattern. The sense of luxury is heightened by ultra-clear mirrors- some finished in antique gold- neon lighting, and polished metal.
On the ground floor, womenswear is presented, beginning with accessories, leather goods, beauty products, and fragrances. This is followed by the ready-to-wear area.
A staircase with cantilevered steps, inspired by minimalism, leads to the first floor, where the menswear collections are presented. The scheme here is darker overall, with black-lacquered walls and a selection of timbers that contrast with the lighter woods in the other areas.
A look inside the luxury boutique. – CELINE
An intimate salon on the second floor, accessible exclusively via a private lift, expands the store and includes an enlarged fitting room.
Throughout the store and its numerous lounge areas, the furnishings comprise a selection of vintage and contemporary pieces. As part of the ongoing Celine Art Project, a curated selection of artworks is on display with a stoneware composition by Anders Hald, a painting by Jasmine Gregory, and sculptures by Rosalind Tallmadge and Marcelo Silveira.
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“It is with great pleasure that we announce Micaela Oliveira, the celebrated Portuguese designer, as one of the featured couturières at the Saudi Arabia Creative Women Forum 2025 Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony,” the organisation declared on its social media channels, in a post also shared on the designer’s Instagram account, announcing the tribute at the event held on November 6 at the National Museum in Riyadh. The evening opened with an address by Princess Noura bint Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, patron of the Forum and founder of Saudi Fashion Week, followed by a runway show by the Portuguese designer, celebrating the rich traditions of this enchanted kingdom.
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The publication further notes that the Trofa-born couturière “grew up surrounded by fabrics, prints, and creativity- a world that has shaped her lifelong devotion to fashion,” and that over the past 20 years she has “built an extraordinary career defined by elegance, daring, and refinement, consolidating her name among the leading designers of wedding dresses and haute couture,” the statement continues.
“Her creations- a harmonious blend of sophistication, sensuality, and femininity- embody her belief that each dress should tell a story, evoke emotion, and reflect the unique essence of the woman who wears it,” reads the message shared simultaneously on the Forum and the eponymous designer’s Instagram accounts.
“Guided by the values of exuberance, creativity, and impeccable craftsmanship, Micaela’s creations blend classic beauty with contemporary art, achieving a timeless charm,” the post adds, highlighting “a vision that transcends borders” that “continues to enchant the global fashion world, transforming dreams into haute couture masterpieces that celebrate individuality and the eternal elegance of femininity.”
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For her part, Micaela Oliveira expressed her gratitude for the honour at the Saudi Arabia Creative Women Forum 2025 Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony, which took place in Riyadh, the capital and principal financial centre of Saudi Arabia: “It was a privilege, as a designer, to travel to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, where I was honoured before members of international royalty and government representatives at a truly magnificent awards ceremony,” she said in a statement quoted by Lux.
“This prestigious award was presented to me by Her Royal Highness Princess Noura bint Saud bin Nayef bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, a pioneering woman and a leading figure in the Kingdom’s artistic community. I had the great honour of presenting a fashion show celebrating the rich traditions of this remarkable country during the Creative Women Forum 2025 Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony.”
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“We are delighted to announce the return of the Creative Women Forum in Riyadh, which will take place from November 4–6, 2025, under the esteemed patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Noura bint Saud bin Nayef Al Saud,” announced Creative Women Platform on Instagram. “This year’s forum will be held at the iconic Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University- the largest women’s university in the world.”
“A powerful stage for a global gathering of visionary women,” it continues. “Join us for three transformative days filled with innovative leadership, inspiration, and ground-breaking ideas, as we explore creativity, entrepreneurship, sustainability, and the future of women in leadership.”
This time, the experience culminated in a fabulous gala dinner and awards ceremony, “celebrating the brilliance of the women who shape our world,” concludes Creative Women Platform, on its social media.
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