The spring/summer 2027 fashion season has concluded, showcasing significant trends and accessories from New York to Milan, culminating in Paris. This year's event highlighted prominent names and notable comebacks, as well as several new designers who left a lasting impression. Here are six emerging talents to watch.
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Fidan Novruzova, established in 2020, captivates with her innovative silhouettes and bold details. Her collection features dresses with exaggerated shoulders, oversized pleats, and sporty contrasting panels in vibrant hues. Noteworthy is her Mira bag, which includes a mirror at the top, inspired by themes of vanity. The brand has garnered fans like Chloë Sevigny, Paloma Elsesser, and Solange. For her latest presentation in an art gallery in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Novruzova drew inspiration from the opulence of the 1930s and 1980s, presenting dresses with dramatic collars.
Jenny Fax, founded in 2011 by Taiwanese designer Jen-Fang Shueh, explores the complex emotions of girlhood through her unique creations. Making her mark at Paris Fashion Week in recent years, Shueh's designs feature unconventional silhouettes with ironic details. She expressed her feminist perspective through fashion, stating that her pieces encourage girls to be brave. Her latest collection, titled “Just don’t be happy, don’t be happy,” showcased unconventional motifs, including crosses and playful cartoons.
August Barron, consisting of Benjamin Barron and Bror August Vestbø, transitioned from an editorial magazine to their first fashion collection in 2019. Now a favored label at Paris Fashion Week, they present collections that blend performance art and upcycling with bold styling. Their spring/summer 2027 show featured models marching under a disco ball at La Cigale, inspired by Hollywood-themed films like Sunset Boulevard and Boogie Nights.
Abra, a Spanish brand founded by Abraham Ortuño Perez in 2020, is noted for its whimsical accessories. Perez's design history includes notable collaborations, and his spring/summer 2027 show featured psychedelic slip dresses and unique headpieces inspired by fantasy tales like Alice in Wonderland.
Gabriel Figueiredo launched De Pino in 2020 after earning a master's degree in fashion design. His designs reflect the influence of Martin Margiela and fashion elements from his upbringing. The spring/summer 2027 lineup showcased asymmetrical silhouettes reminiscent of the styles from the late 2000s.
Leawald, founded by Lea Waldberg, debuted off-schedule in Paris. With a background in costume design, Waldberg’s collection, titled “Pop Mutation,” featured dramatic pieces that redefined casual wear, including neon pink skirts and bold graphic tees.
The creativity displayed by these rising designers at Paris Fashion Week exemplifies a vibrant future for the fashion industry.