Fashion Weeks

5 Designers Making Waves at Paris Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2025

During the recent Paris Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2025, these five designers showcased collections that delve deep into themes of identity, culture, and empowerment.

Courtesy of Vautrait

Paris Fashion Week Womenswear Ready-to-Wear Spring/Summer 2025, held from September 23rd to October 1st, 2024, brought together a diverse array of designers who elevated the narrative of fashion to new heights. This iconic event not only showcased stunning collections but also explored profound social and emotional themes resonating within contemporary culture. By merging art, history, and self-expression, designers demonstrated that fashion is a powerful vehicle for change and reflection in an ever-evolving world.
The runways and presentations were filled with innovation and creativity, featuring designers such as JITROIS, VAUTRAIT, BARBARA BUI, BOYAROSKAYA, and MAXHOSA AFRICA. Each designer tackled issues of identity and belonging, using their collections to tell stories that transcend fleeting trends. Here’s a closer look at the highlights of these inspiring collections:

"Each designer tackled issues of identity and belonging, using their collections to tell stories that transcend fleeting trends."

JITROIS: Empowerment Through Fashion

The “I Heard a Rumour” collection by JITROIS explores the transformative power of clothing as a medium for self-expression and empowerment. Drawing inspiration from psychology and the impact of fashion on identity, the collection offers a spectrum of silhouettes and textures that invite wearers to explore different facets of themselves. The rich color palette and innovative materials emphasize the relationship between fashion and personal perception, celebrating individuality in each design.

Courtesy Jitrois

Website: https://jitrois.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jitroisparis/

VAUTRAIT: Nostalgia of Territory

VAUTRAIT's collection by Yohathan Carmel delves into nostalgia and the memory of a Paris that seems to be fading within the context of globalization. Through an aesthetic that combines ancient and contemporary elements, the designer seeks to reclaim the profound meaning of fashion as an art form connected to place and history. This proposal invites viewers to reflect on their own relationship with space and time, evoking a past that continues to resonate in the present.

"The designer seeks to reclaim the profound meaning of fashion as an art form connected to place and history"

Courtesy Vautrait

Website: https://www.vautrait.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vautrait

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BARBARA BUI: Empowering Elegance for PSG Women

Barbara Bui's collaboration with Paris Saint-Germain's women’s team showcases clean lines and precise cuts, merging tailored elegance with athletic strength. Iconic metal piercing details in PSG's red and blue honor both the club and the spirit of Paris. Designed for official outings, the collection features luxurious leather and gabardine pieces, along with relaxed chic options in beige crepe. This innovative partnership redefines women's sportswear, emphasizing empowerment and sophistication for modern athletes.

"Barbara Bui's collaboration with Paris Saint-Germain's women’s team showcases clean lines and precise cuts, merging tailored elegance with athletic strength"

Courtesy Barbara Bui

Website:https://barbarabui.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barbarabuiofficial/

BOYAROSKAYA: The Ethereal Essence of Impermanence

The Spring/Summer 2025 collection by Boyarovskaya encapsulates the ethereal essence of impermanence, blending minimalism with sublime elegance. Drawing inspiration from the transient beauty of smoke, each piece captures a sense of movement and fluidity, evoking the subtle interplay between presence and absence. The collection features a curated palette of soft colors, ethereal whites, and deep blacks, reflecting the delicate balance between clarity and obscurity.

Courtesy Boyarovskaya

Website: https://boyarovskaya.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boyarovskaya_official/

MAXHOSA AFRICA: The Vibrant Rebirth of African Heritage

The MAXHONAISSANCE collection, presented by MAXHOSA AFRICA at Paris Fashion Week, embodies a powerful narrative of Africa's rebirth, inspired by the Renaissance art movement. Set against the evocative backdrop of the American Church in Paris, this collection celebrates the rich cultural heritage of the Xhosa people while pushing the boundaries of African design on the global stage. Through a vibrant fusion of traditional aesthetics and contemporary interpretations, MAXHONAISSANCE not only showcases the beauty and depth of African artistry but also asserts that the design language of African creators can resonate far beyond the continent.