It’s a beautiful day in Paris, not just because it marks the grand finale of a chaotic fashion month but because it’s the most exciting one of all: the Saint Laurent day. In an industry prone to turbulence, Anthony Vaccarello remains a steady purveyor of pleasure for fashion lovers.

Much like last season, where there was a clear distinction between two sequences, the same was true here—only reversed. Last September, powerful, neutral-colored suiting was followed by jewel-hued, lace-layered pieces (the last of which was undoubtedly the look of the season—seen on everyone from Chloë Sevigny to Amelia Gray). This time around, the bright colours came first, with beautifully defined shoulders and straight-hipped dresses in Yves Saint Laurent’s classically bold shades.

The shift that followed was subtle yet striking. The silhouettes remained constant, but the statement emerged in the details—different colours, textures, and transparencies. Blurred floral and animal prints in shiny, sheer midi dresses shimmered hypnotically as models walked down the runway. Complementing the ethereal dresses, leather jackets featured an architectural, boxy structure—not cinched at the waist as one might expect, but resting lower on the hips, adding an unexpected edge.

Moving through the wonderfully neutral venue, the models first marched like colourful ants in a mesmerizing rhythm—until they didn’t. The vibrant short dresses faded into long, neutral-hued gowns and oversized jackets, each still following the same precise silhouette but now exuding a more grounded, composed elegance.

In a season that swung between the daring and the dreary, Vaccarello’s assured vision was a breath of fresh air. His consistency wasn’t just reliable—it was exhilarating.

Words by Pedro Vasconcelos

SAINT LAURENT FW25

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