Latest News in Fashion and Luxury (Episode 26)
NellyRodi’s fashion and luxury experts present their selection of the latest key market updates. Episode 26: September and October.
September 20 – Water Parade of XXL Figurines
This fall, Hong Kong is hosting the first-ever Water Parade by AllRightsReserved. From October 25 to November 1, Victoria Harbour will be filled with XXL inflatable sculptures: KAWS, Doraemon, Labubu, Grimace, Snoopy, and many more will float across the water. Some measure over 20 meters and will move between Kowloon and Hong Kong Island. Throughout the week, the artworks will also be displayed at a pop-up market along the promenade, featuring shops, entertainment, food stalls, and activities for all ages. The event will conclude with a grand water parade where all the sculptures reunite for the finale.
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September 17 – The return of Colette at the Grand Palais for the Virgil Abloh: The Codes exhibition
From September 30 to October 9, 2025, the Grand Palais paid tribute to the art of Virgil Abloh with the exhibition The Codes. Opening on the artist’s birthday and coinciding with the launch of Paris Fashion Week, the event especially captured the hearts of nostalgic fans. The legendary concept store Colette, closed since December 20, 2017, reopened for a pop-up inside the Grand Palais in honor of the exhibition. A close friend of Virgil Abloh, Sarah Andelman created this special Colette pop-up as a heartfelt homage; offering longtime admirers a chance to reconnect with the iconic Parisian boutique.
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September 17 – Jaden Smith appointed as Head of Men’s Collections at Louboutin
The announcement of Jaden Smith’s appointment as the first Men’s Artistic Director at Christian Louboutin sparked widespread reactions across the fashion world in September 2025. At just 27, the artist; known for his boundless creativity and avant-garde style; takes the helm of an iconic luxury house, marking a new chapter for both the brand’s menswear line and the young visionary himself.
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September 23 – La Famiglia by Demna for Gucci unveiled on stage and in The Tiger
The new artistic director of Gucci has been the subject of intense debate and yet, Demna continues to make headlines. To reveal La Famiglia, he chose to make a statement. Before the show even began, Gucci released its short film The Tigeron Instagram, unveiling the first looks from Demna’s debut collection for the house. Directed by Spike Jonze and Halina Reijn, the film stars Demi Moore, Edward Norton, Elliot Page, Kendall Jenner, Alex Consani, and others, centered around a matriarch with waning power. The satirical world of The Tiger exposes the tensions within a gilded family, where luxury becomes a stage for vanity and power struggles.
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September 26 – NikeSKIMS
Nike and Skims have joined forces to create NikeSKIMS, a brand entirely dedicated to women. More than just a collaboration, it marks the birth of a completely new label. After establishing its position in functional apparel, Kim Kardashian’s brand embraced Nike’s project to win back the female market. NikeSKIMS aims to be innovative and performance-driven, reimagining sportswear through soft, compressive materials that adapt to every body shape.
The brand had been teasing its launch since February with a marketing campaign titled “Bodies at Work,” featuring over 50 Nike athletes; including Serena Williams and Kim Kardashian herself. Officially launched on September 26, the brand has already seen major success, with several products selling out despite mixed reactions.
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October 1 – Dior’s first Fashion Week under its new Artistic Director, Jonathan Anderson
Jonathan Anderson’s arrival at Dior generated tremendous excitement, making the brand’s show one of the most anticipated events of Paris Fashion Week. On October 1, Dior unveiled the styles created by its new artistic director in a show featuring 74 looks that earned Anderson a standing ovation. While the collection sparked plenty of debate, most agreed that the designs broke away from the traditional Dior DNA while still paying homage to its icons; most notably John Galliano.
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October 5 – Matthieu Blazy at Chanel
Matthieu Blazy made a remarkable debut at Chanel with his first runway show during Paris Fashion Week on October 5. The 68 creations from the new artistic director stayed true to the spirit of the house while embracing modernity. His work captivated the audience and earned a standing ovation. The set design—featuring planets from the solar system—along with the music and poetic atmosphere, made the show an emotional moment. It all culminated in a moving finale, as Matthieu embraced model Awar Odhiang on stage, closing a show that marked his grand entrance into the world of Chanel.
October 6 – Virgil Abloh Archive x Paris Saint-Germain
On October 5, 2025, PSG unveiled a unique jersey in collaboration with the Virgil Abloh Foundation. Inspired by the 2024/2026 away kit, it features the club’s lynx mascot along with the phrase “AWAY FROM HOME,” a nod to Virgil Abloh’s creative universe. Released as a limited edition and priced at €175, the jersey supports PSG’s École Rouge & Bleu programs and the foundation’s ABLOH AIR initiative, both aimed at nurturing young creative talent. It is available in PSG stores, on the club’s official website, and at the Colette pop-up in the Grand Palais until October 9, 2025.
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