Louis Vuitton, Saint Laurent Open Paris Fashion Week

Paris Fashion Week launched with major shows from Louis Vuitton and Saint Laurent, both debuting their Spring/Summer 2026 menswear collections. Pharrell Williams' Louis Vuitton show paid homage to Indian culture, featuring a Snakes and Ladders-inspired set by Studio Mumbai, music by A.R. Rahman, and garments reflecting Indian craft, while attracting celebrities like Beyoncé and Jay-Z. Some critics raised concerns over reductive motifs in the collection. Saint Laurent, under Anthony Vaccarello, continued a refined '80s power-dressing theme with boxy blazers and playful latex touches. The dual showcases highlighted fashion's blend of innovation, cultural homage, and commercial strategy, as luxury brands increasingly look to India for market growth. The events underscored Paris Fashion Week's role as a global hub for cross-cultural artistic exchange.