PAUSE Highlights: Best Moments from Paris Fashion Week Men’s FW25

Paris Fashion Week Men’s Fall/Winter 2025 offered a tantalising preview of the future of menswear, showcasing a diverse range of styles, from avant-garde experimentation to refined classicism. From Willy Chavarria’s powerful debut, to Kidsuper’s storm raising perfomance, here are some of the showstopping moments from across the week.

Joining forces with renowned artist Daniel Wurtzel, this season Colm Dillane created an immersive experience that blurred the lines between fashion, performance art, and theater. The collection stayed true to the brand’s playful aesthetic, showcasing a vibrant mix of eclectic prints, bold colours, and artistic flair. However, this season, designer Colm Dillane also explored more nuanced and subdued tones and textures, reflecting the show’s introspective theme of embracing uncertainty and transformation.

The collection boasted several striking pieces. Upcycled materials, including painted army surplus kit bags, provided a rugged base for some looks. Dresses made from repurposed canvases, a signature of Dillane’s previous work, made a powerful return. Fan favorites like the face collage puffers, denim barn jackets, and embroidered doodle outerwear were also featured. A dramatic black leather trench coat inscribed with poetry and an intricately quilted white suit, demonstrating Dillane’s technical skill, rounded out the highlights.

Collaborations also took centre stage as Dillane unveiled an impressive BAPE collection featuring shark hoodies, camouflage jackets, and a pinstriped suit embellished with vine leaf patterns. A playful caricature Baby Milo T-shirt featuring designer Colm Dillane himself.

Mike Amiri transported his audience to a romanticised version of Hollywood at night with his Fall/Winter 2025 collection, aptly named “Club Amiri.” The show was an immersive experience, assuming the intimate atmosphere of a dimly lit lounge bar where characters embody the vibrance of Los Angeles.

The collection served as a nostalgic tribute to old Hollywood, blending the allure of the golden era with a distinctly contemporary edge. This season marked a significant milestone for the brand as Amiri debuted its first-ever womenswear collection, sharing the runway with the men’s silhouettes. Tailored suits, complete with ties, were showcased for both men and women, alongside bias-cut evening dresses and shimmering knit column gowns. The inspiration drawn from the ’60s and ’70s was evident in the elegance which permeated through the collection, yet each piece was reinterpreted with a modern precision.

The colour palette captured the magic of those hours after sunset, featuring rich hues like burgundy merlot, smoky green, golden brown, and satin mint. Some fabrics were adorned with crystals or lurex, adding a touch of sparkle reminiscent of old Hollywood glamour. Leather, whether smooth or embossed with a Prince of Wales pattern, caught the light with a cinematic intensity.

A masterclass in deconstruction and reconstruction, The Maison Mihara Yasuhiro Fall/Winter 20025 collection blurred the lines between past, present, and future. Designer Mihara Yasuhiro continued his exploration of subverting classic menswear and womenswear archetypes, creating a collection that felt both familiar and refreshingly avant-garde.

 Garments appeared unfinished, inside-out, or layered in unexpected ways, prompting a closer look and revealing intricate details and hidden meanings. The collection played with the idea of “errors” and imperfections, transforming them into deliberate design choices that added character and intrigue. Classic menswear staples, such as trench coats, blazers, and tailored trousers, were deconstructed and reimagined with a futuristic twist, while vintage fabrics and patterns were juxtaposed with modern materials and techniques, creating a dialogue between tradition and innovation. This interplay of old and new imbued the collection with a sense of timelessness, suggesting that true style transcends fleeting trends.

Feng Chen Wang delved deeper into her Chinese heritage for Fall/Winter 2025. Though rather than the literal she focused on the mythical creatures from Chinese folklore. The collection titled ‘Shan Hai Jing’ draws inspiration from a masterpiece of the same name which dominated the Chinese art and culture world 2,500 years ago. In reverance of this, Wang created handcrafted ceramic sculptures in collaboration with artisans from Jingdezhen, China specifically for the collection.

Outwear was a main focus this season, as a diverse range of styles varying from light to heavy made their way down the runway, The collection featured bonded neoprene tech that created the illusion of traditional wool collars on leather coats and sleeveless puffers. Structural denim coats and high-shine puffers offered a satisfying rigidity to key looks. Knitwear also played a significant role, sweaters sported billowing bows that cascaded down the back while others showcased tonal patterns across the torso. All pieces subtly reflected Wang’s mythical inspirations.

Models stomped down the runway in Wang’s latest UGG collaboration. The signature slippers were encased in a dripping, fang-adorned, and sharply edged shell, given the name ‘Tasman Lug,’ the shoes were transformed into wearable sculptures and inspired by those mythical creatures Wang has been inspired by since childhood.

Willy Chavarria’s Fall/Winter 2025 collection made a powerful statement during Paris Fashion Week, marking a significant moment for the designer and his brand. Moving beyond his usual New York stomping grounds, Chavarria brought his deeply personal and socially conscious vision to the international stage, presenting a collection that resonated with raw emotion and undeniable style. This Parisian pilgrimage was less about fitting into the established narrative and more about carving out a space for Chavarria’s unique voice, a voice that speaks to community, identity, and the power of human connection. The collection featured a vibrant array of rich colours and textures. Blending his Mexican heritage with contemporary American and European silhouettes, Chavarria crafted a thoughtful collection exploring themes of resistance, resilience, and identity.

Continuing his exploration of masculinity, Chavarria presented a diverse range of silhouettes and styles that challenged traditional notions of what it means to be a man. Oversized proportions, strong shoulders, and tailored details created a sense of power and confidence, while softer fabrics and fluid lines added a touch of vulnerability. This nuanced portrayal of masculinity felt both authentic and refreshing.

Classic workwear staples, such as denim jackets, chore coats, and work pants, were elevated through the use of high-quality materials, intricate stitching, and thoughtful design elements. Chavarria also showcased his second adidas collaboration, a ’90s-inspired lifestyle unisex collection, featuring combat boot-inspired sneakers. The designer partnered with Return to Vendor, a mono-material label producing fully recyclable products from reclaimed fishing nets, for a line of eyewear. Additionally, he collaborated with South Central Project on four silk scarves highlighting photographer Carlos Jaramillo’s photo essay, “Illumine Tu Camino.”

With a variety of collaborations and societal statements seen throughout, the collection was a powerful reminder that fashion can be a tool for social commentary, a celebration of community, and a platform for telling stories that need to be heard.

Acne Studios’ Fall/Winter 2025 menswear collection, featured a striking mix of influences, from cowboy-inspired looks and references from sports culture to bold fur ensembles. Creative director Jonny Johansson subtly subverted classic menswear archetypes, playfully exploring masculinity while maintaining the brand’s signature effortless and laid-back aesthetic.

The collections colour palette was very on brand, with cool greys and rich navy blues, accented by deep browns and burgundy, contrasted by pops of orange, vibrant denim blue, and soft pink —very Acne indeed, which provided a counterpoint, injecting a sense of playful energy that balanced the collection’s signature effortless style. Silhouettes ranged from fitted and flared styles, reminiscent of the 70’s, a trend which has subtly made its way back this season. While padded shoulders were a consistent theme, creating strong, triangular, and undeniably masculine silhouettes, the collection also incorporated unexpected elements like outdoor-inspired boxer shorts and cropped t-shirts that offered a cheeky glimpse of the midriff.

Acne Studios’ FW25 menswear collection offered a complete wardrobe for the modern man, from everyday essentials to statement pieces. The collection was versatile and adaptable, allowing for a range of looks and styles.