On March 7, Paris Fashion Days took place at the prestigious Hôtel Le Marois, one of the most refined and historic venues in the heart of Paris. Known for its elegant architecture and timeless Parisian charm, the location provided the perfect setting for an exceptional fashion showcase. The runway brought together outstanding international designers who unveiled their FW2026 collections, presenting a sophisticated vision of contemporary fashion and couture craftsmanship. Set within this distinguished venue, the event celebrated creativity, artistry, and the vibrant spirit of the global fashion community.
This season’s runway featured collections by RAFAEL URQUIZAR, AKEL COUTURE, BY VEL, ELSA FAIRY by IRYNA MYKYTIUK, SHOW MODELS & PAOLA PERDOMO, EMINA ANIM, ELAW, BRANDFACE × MARMELLATTA BRIDE, ZHUO JIAREN, NANGAI BOUTIQUE BY NANB and THE SWAN — making Paris Fashion Days a truly international celebration of creativity and couture, and highlighting the global diversity and creative vision.
The event also honored remarkable contributions to the fashion industry through the Paris Fashion Awards, recognizing outstanding designers, creatives, and industry leaders whose work continues to shape the future of global fashion.
RAFAEL URQUIZAR
Spanish designer Rafael Urquizar presented the collection VERTIGE AW 2026/27 during a private show at the prestigious Hôtel Le Marois. With a career spanning more than four decades, Urquizar is known for his refined approach to couture, where craftsmanship, structure, and artistic expression converge.
The collection VERTIGE explores the delicate tension between balance and transformation, translating emotion into couture form. Sculptural silhouettes, rich velvets, brocades, and crystal embellishments create a world where gravity seems suspended and elegance emerges from contrast. Through precise construction and dramatic textures, Rafael Urquizar transforms the sensation of vertigo into a powerful aesthetic statement — where couture becomes both structure and emotion.
Rafael Urquizar was honored as a laureate of the Paris Fashion Awards, receiving the prestigious title of Best Womenswear Designer. The recognition celebrates his outstanding contribution to contemporary couture and his enduring influence on the world of women’s fashion.
AKEL COUTURE KIDS & BABYPHOTOSTARS
AKEL COUTURE KIDS unveiled the collection “Les Princes d’Or,” a refined vision of modern couture created for the next generation. Inspired by the opulence of European royal courts, the collection reinterprets haute couture for the next generation through sculptural silhouettes, cascading layers of tulle, and refined tailoring. Delicate golden embroidery runs through the designs as a symbol of heritage, strength, and timeless elegance.
A palette of deep black, radiant red, and luminous ivory is illuminated with rich gold accents, transforming each look into a miniature couture statement. The collection was presented by models from the international production center BABYPHOTOSTARS, bringing youthful elegance and charisma to the runway. With Les Princes d’Or, AKEL Couture celebrates the magic of childhood through the language of haute couture — where every child is destined to shine like royalty.
ELSA FAIRY by IRYNA MYKYTIUK
ELSA FAIRY presented the couture collection FLEUR, an ode to the delicate strength and sculptural beauty of flowers. Inspired by the poetic transformation of petals in bloom, the collection reimagines floral forms through the language of haute couture.
Voluminous silhouettes, cascading layers, and hand-crafted floral applications unfold like living blossoms, while oversized sculptural roses and intricate textures capture the organic rhythm of nature.
The palette moves through soft lavender, luminous pink, and ethereal blue tones, creating gowns that resemble couture bouquets — bold in volume yet refined in detail. Designer and founder Iryna Mykytiuk describes the collection as a tribute to feminine evolution: “A flower is both delicate and powerful. FLEUR is about growth, transformation, and quiet strength expressed through couture.”
BY VEL
by Vel presented the collection “Secret Garden: Alice Through the Looking Glass”. Founded in 2019 by two sisters, the Ukrainian children’s and teen brand continues its poetic exploration of imagination and individuality. This season’s chapter of the Secret Garden line invites the audience into a dreamlike world where reality blends with fantasy, expressed through airy flowing dresses, sculptural silhouettes, and delicate colors inspired by the brand’s earliest collections. Through its distinctive aesthetic — balancing tenderness, boldness, and play — by Vel celebrates the freedom of childhood and the magic of self-expression.
PAOLA PERDOMO x SHOW MODELS
PAOLA PERDOMO, a Colombian designer, presented a couture collection celebrating fantasy, elegance, and feminine strength. Colombian designer Paola Perdomo, known for transforming fashion into a world of magic and power, revealed designs defined by her exceptional mastery of tulle. Dramatic volumes, delicate textures, and majestic silhouettes created an atmosphere of refined couture artistry. Presented by SHOW MODELS, an organization dedicated to promoting Latin American talent on the international stage, the collection highlighted flowing layers and intricate detailing that brought movement, femininity, and theatrical elegance to the runway.
EMINA ANIM
EMINA ANIM presented a collection exploring the dialogue between femininity and strength. Founded in 2015, the brand has evolved from children’s designs inspired by the designer’s daughter into refined evening and couture creations for women, celebrating elegance and individuality. The collection balances transparency and structure through sheer embroidered fabrics, sculpted silhouettes, and luminous tones of nude, blush, champagne, and gold. Delicate beadwork and fluid fabrics create garments that move with the body, revealing an aesthetic that is both ethereal and powerful — where romance meets architectural precision.
ELAW
ELAW presented its collection as a refined expression of growth, femininity, and quiet strength. Created as the natural evolution of the by Vel story, the European label reflects a journey from childhood dreams to confident femininity. The collection explores clean silhouettes, delicate textures, and thoughtful minimalism, revealing an aesthetic defined by elegance and inner balance. Through subtle sophistication and contemporary restraint, ELAW celebrates the transformation from a little girl into a woman who confidently rules her own world.
BRANDFACE × MARMELLATTA BRIDE
BRANDFACE, in collaboration with the bridal fashion house MARMELLATTA BRIDE, presented a special couture showcase celebrating ultra-luxury and intellectual chic. Led by BRANDFACE founder Malika Beatrishe together with Hanna Putilina, the presentation united participants as ambassadors of an exclusive bridal and eveningwear collection. Crafted from delicate French lace, flowing silk, and shimmering crystal embellishments, the gowns revealed sculptural corsetry and dramatic trains, transforming each look into a statement of refined femininity and couture artistry. The collaboration embodied a vision where elegance, status, and contemporary glamour meet on the international fashion stage.
ZHUO JIAREN
Zhuo Jiaren by Benjamin Wong presented its latest collection as a reflection of fashion designed for the evolving 40+ market. Founded by fashion mentor Benjamin Wong, the platform combines design, performance training, and media-driven presentation to explore new models within the global fashion industry. The collection featured clean silhouettes, layered tones, and refined tailoring that conveyed calm confidence and mature elegance. Through thoughtful construction and contemporary styling, Zhuo Jiaren highlighted the growing importance of fashion expression for individuals over forty, offering a vision of style that celebrates experience, individuality, and timeless sophistication.
NANGAI BOUTIQUE BY NANB
NANGAI BOUTIQUE by NANB presented a collection inspired by timeless femininity and cultural heritage. The name Nangai, an ancient Tamil word describing a woman admired for her poise, elegance, and beauty, serves as the foundation of the brand’s aesthetic. Blending tradition with contemporary design, the collection pays tribute to generations of women through refined silhouettes and graceful details, celebrating heritage while reinterpreting it with a modern perspective.
THE SWAN
THE SWAN is a couture atelier, presented a collection inspired by the grace and strength of the swan. Known for its bespoke eveningwear and refined craftsmanship, the brand revealed designs that combine sculpted corsetry with flowing layered tulle and delicate embellishments of crystals, pearls, and embroidery. Each gown balances structure and softness, creating a vision of timeless femininity interpreted through contemporary couture elegance.
Among the distinguished laureates of the Paris Fashion Awards was Anya Labonville, who was honored with the prestigious Legacy Award. Recognized for her inspiring journey at the intersection of fashion, philanthropy, and global culture, Anya embodies a modern vision of influence and purpose. Through her work and unwavering dedication, she continues to shape a meaningful and lasting legacy within the international fashion community.
Olivia Havana Gear was also honored as a laureate of the Paris Fashion Awards, receiving the title of Rising Model. Having walked the runways of Paris, Milan, and other major fashion capitals, Olivia represents a new generation of models bringing authenticity, confidence, and international presence to the global fashion stage. Her growing portfolio of editorial features and runway appearances continues to mark her as one of the industry’s most promising emerging talents.
The beauty direction of Paris Fashion Days was led by NH Make-up & Hair Team Paris, founded by renowned beauty expert Natalya Hemelsdael, whose team of talented makeup artists and hairstylists created refined runway beauty looks for the event. The hairstyling direction was further elevated by Wella Professionals Global Artist Aubrey Loots, а lead hairstylist internationally recognized for leading beauty teams at major fashion weeks.
The official beauty partner was Pearl Studio Paris, founded by Natalia Shport and known for its refined atmosphere and meticulous attention to detail. The Paris-based studio offers a curated range of beauty services — including nails, lashes, and brow artistry — and is trusted by discerning clients, fashion professionals, and public figures for its exceptional standards.
Beauty partners of Paris Fashion Days also included Zola Cosmetics, OKO and PROVG, whose support helped elevate the artistry both on and off the runway.
Paris Fashion Days was created as a platform where designers from different countries can meet, share their vision, and present their creativity in the heart of the world’s fashion capital. “Paris Fashion Days is not only about the runway — it is about giving talent a stage, building connections, and celebrating the diversity of contemporary fashion,” shared Zoriana Semeniuk, founder and organizer of Paris Fashion Days.
Key MUA: @svetakushnir @elena_kanevskaya_
Key Hair: @svetlana__everest
Chief of Beauty Team: @makeup_paris_study
Lead Hairstylist: @lootypics @wellahair
Photo: @gabriel.g.photo @fotograf_artti
Beauty Partners: @pearlstudio_paris @zola.beauty.official @oko.bh @provg.ua
Producer: @zarina.semenyuk
Production: @parisfashiondays