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The Blonds Close Out New York Fashion Week with Sparkly Show

Models present creations from Marchesa Spring/Summer 2018 collection. REUTERS/Eduardo Munoz
Models present creations from Marchesa Spring/Summer 2018 collection. REUTERS/Eduardo Munoz
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The Blonds Close Out New York Fashion Week with Sparkly Show

Models present creations from Marchesa Spring/Summer 2018 collection. REUTERS/Eduardo Munoz
Models present creations from Marchesa Spring/Summer 2018 collection. REUTERS/Eduardo Munoz

The design duo that is The Blonds closed out New York Fashion Week on Wednesday with a runway show that sparkled with hand-sewn outfits covered in laser-cut crystals, glittering heels and jewellery.

The brand, which co-designer Phillipe Blond described as extremely over-the-top, sparkly and dangerous, found inspiration in vampires and the Matrix for its Fall 2022 collection.

"We have this techno romantic, sort of like Grace Jones vibe tonight," said Blond, Reuters reported.

The line was filled with a custom print created from a photo of a studded corset from the brand's archives.

There were crystal embellishments and embroidered pieces on the dresses, pants and catsuits, and fun accessories including finger gloves took looks to the next level.

Phillipe and David Blond are known for creating fun moments in their shows. This season choreographer Parris Goebel performed on the catwalk, whipping a long braid around her. Christian Louboutin provided the shoes for the show.

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At Hermes, Woven Leather and Quiet Confidence Set the Tone for Paris Menswear

A model wears a creation as part of the men's Hermes Spring-Summer 2026 collection, that was presented in Paris Saturday, June 28, 2025. (AP)
A model wears a creation as part of the men's Hermes Spring-Summer 2026 collection, that was presented in Paris Saturday, June 28, 2025. (AP)
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At Hermes, Woven Leather and Quiet Confidence Set the Tone for Paris Menswear

A model wears a creation as part of the men's Hermes Spring-Summer 2026 collection, that was presented in Paris Saturday, June 28, 2025. (AP)
A model wears a creation as part of the men's Hermes Spring-Summer 2026 collection, that was presented in Paris Saturday, June 28, 2025. (AP)

While much of Paris Fashion Week chased spectacle, Hermes chose a different path.

On Saturday, artistic director Véronique Nichanian unveiled a Summer 2026 men’s collection that spoke in a language of quiet strength, deep craft and calm luxury.

Models walked beneath soaring mirrors in sharply cut jackets, high-waisted woven leather trousers, and sleeveless tops — pieces that fused house tradition with a modern, easy sensuality.

Nichanian’s colors were cool and exact: coffee, slate, taupe and beige, each one a lesson in subtlety. There was no shouting here, only precision.

What made the collection powerful was its restraint. Where others go wide, Hermes goes narrow, offering tailored silhouettes and a sense of order when the rest of fashion is busy making noise. Fine leather, featherlight silks, and bandanas with a whisper of fringe reminded the crowd that true luxury is about touch, not flash.

Nichanian’s playful touches — zigzag motifs, the wink of an unbuttoned shirt, a glint of silver hardware — kept things human, not stiff. It was a masterclass in how to make classic codes feel new, even radical, simply by refusing to chase trends.

In a season marked by designer shake-ups and economic jitters, Hermes stood alone: confident, focused, and unwilling to compromise. As Nichanian took her bow to cheers, she sent a clear message — at Hermes, luxury is about the pleasure of the wearer, not the applause of the crowd.