• The fashion industry beats to the rhythm of its own calendar, and twice each year the world’s most iconic cities transform into global stages for creativity.
  • Known collectively as the “Big Four,” New York, London, Milan and Paris each host fashion weeks that shape the conversation around style and set the pace for what the world will wear in the seasons ahead.

The fashion industry beats to the rhythm of its own calendar, and twice each year the world’s most iconic cities transform into global stages for creativity. Known collectively as the “Big Four,” New York, London, Milan and Paris each host fashion weeks that shape the conversation around style and set the pace for what the world will wear in the seasons ahead.

These weeks are not just about glamorous runways. They are cultural landmarks where designers unveil their visions, heritage meets innovation, and trends are born before they filter into everyday wardrobes.

Fashion weeks typically follow a cycle. In February and March, designers present their Autumn/Winter collections, giving the industry a preview of what will define the colder months to come. In September and October, the focus shifts to Spring/Summer, offering lightness, bold experimentation and fresh direction.

Each city adds its own personality: New York excels in commercial appeal and emerging designers; London stands out for avant-garde creativity and innovative design education; Milan distinguishes itself through luxury craftsmanship and heritage brands; and Paris remains unmatched for haute couture and historical fashion houses.

Earlier this year, the cycle began in New York City, where the Autumn/Winter 2025 collections were presented from February 9 to 14, 2025, across various venues in Manhattan.

London followed with its own Autumn/Winter 2025 shows between February 14 and 18, 2025, continuing its tradition of showcasing both established houses and daring newcomers.

The baton then passed to Milan, which showcased its Autumn/Winter 2025 collections from February 25 to March 3, 2025, under the coordination of the Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana (CNMI).

The season concluded in Paris, where designers staged their Autumn/Winter presentations from March 3 to March 11, 2025, blending French heritage with global flair.

The cycle has now come full circle. The spotlight this week shines on Italy, as Milan Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2026 takes place from September 23 to 29, 2025. Hosted across iconic venues in Milan and overseen by Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana (CNMI), the week features a mix of legendary houses and rising names.

Already, Gucci has drawn attention with a cinematic presentation directed by Demna, while Fendi’s centenary show dazzled with its vibrant floral and geometric designs. Alongside them, designers are embracing themes of sustainability and inclusivity, pushing the industry forward while remaining rooted in Italy’s tradition of fine tailoring.

Once the curtains fall in Milan, the global caravan will head to Paris, where Paris Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2026 will run from September 29 to October 7, 2025.

Paris, the grand finale of the circuit, is expected to deliver a mix of elegance and spectacle, reaffirming its reputation as the city where artistry and fashion meet at their peak. Looking further ahead, the next cycle will begin again in New York in February 2026, with the unveiling of the Autumn/Winter 2026 collections.

Fashion weeks are more than industry gatherings. They are stories told in fabric and silhouette, events that unite cities and shape global conversations. Season after season, fashion weeks capture the pulse of style.

They stand as a testament to human imagination, offering a space where designers, models and audiences come together to celebrate the artistry of clothing and the stories woven into every collection.