Chanel revealed its Fall-Winter 2025/26 Ready-to-Wear collection this morning presented by the Creation Studio under the glass roof of the Grand Palais in Paris.
Designed as a theatrical display of illusions, the collection played with scale, length and proportion against a striking black ribbon installation by scenographer Willo Perron.
It is one of the last collections the house will show, ahead of the much-anticipated debut of new Creative Director Matthieu Blazy this Fall.
Signature elements of the House are reimagined through exaggerated silhouettes. A mini jacket in blue, white and pink tweed is paired with extra-long trousers, while a poplin shirt extends to ankle length. A black tweed jacket transforms into a long coatdress with jewelled buttons, and a cape design finishes with jacket cuffs.
Bows, ribbons, pearls and flowers dominate the collection. Bows appear on blouses, dresses, necklaces and outerwear, including a black down jacket and sweatpants ensemble. A white knitted ribbon wraps around a black sweater, forming a large bow on the shoulder. Accessories include pearl-heeled shoes and oversized pearl-inspired bags.
Layering is key, with outfits featuring combinations of jackets, skirts and trousers. Sheer fabrics contrast with heavier textures, and illusion tulle capes add movement. Feminine elements such as chiffon jeans, black wool lace trench coats and satin bouillonné shoes complete the collection, which remains true to Chanel’s signature aesthetic of refinement and imagination.
