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The designers to follow from the Paris Men’s Fashion Week
Each season, the Paris Fashion Week is overflowing with young, talented designers. The menswear shows often give some of them a chance to stand out, thanks to a schedule that is far less packed than the women’s calendar… Numéro unveils its favorites.
By Louise Menard,
and Nathan Merchadier.
Published on 29 June 2025. Updated on 30 June 2025.
Designer Hed Mayner hones and deconstructs his silhouettes of Spring/Summer 2026
Known for his oversized silhouettes, Israeli designer Hed Mayner returned with a surprising Spring/Summer 2026 collection. A show where structure dissolves, body and skin are revealed, and ethereal silhouettes follow one another. Season after season, Hed Mayner distances himself from the idea of clothing as an armour. His work thus calls for a form of freedom, both in his creations and philosophy.
Although his talent for tailoring remains intact, the materials here are more fluid and lightweight. Layering disappears and fits become more tailored. A scarf-cape, slipper-like shoes resembling little tulle clouds, a trench coat printed with flower bouquets… This collection brings a breath of delicacy and grace onto the Fashion Week.
Softness and light at the Ssstein Spring/Summer 2026 show
Founded in 2016 by Japanese designer Kiichiro Asakawa, the label Ssstein opted for the Hôtel de Maisons to present its very first Parisian show. Having hosted The Row and Marni in previous seasons, this private mansion was filled with a gentle, luminous atmosphere — a true reflection of Ssstein’s DNA.
Here, layering is king and fabric craftsmanship takes center stage, from rare cashmere to supple leather. Deeply influenced by photography, in particular by artists Corrine Day and Juergen Teller, Kiichiro Asakawa unveiled a Spring/Summer 2026 collection where, we have to admit, quiet luxury and elegance seem to have reached their peak.
The bag of the summer by Meta Campania Spring/summer 2026
In one of the small galleries lining the Monnaie de Paris district, Meta Campania unveiled its Spring/Summer 2026 collection. In a minimalist space where one musician gently plucked the strings of a harp, guests discovered the Italian brand’s new pieces on models and hangers.
Let’s start with the stunning bags, whose edges are inspired by picture frames. The pieces are large enough to hold all your workday essentials. And eventually, all your summer essentials to go on vacation. Simple, yet luxurious designs are the hallmark of the label. They come in a understated palette – blue, black, gray, beige, occasionally pink or red. Looks are refined, cuts are neither too tight nor too loose… The perfect embodiment of elegance.
A burning love at Steven Passaro’s show for the Fashion Week
After showcasing his collection at the Palais de Tokyo last season, young designer Steven Passaro took over the Quadrilatère des Archives, in the heart of the Marais. His new Spring/Summer 2026 collection is titled Moonlit Lover. Through some thirty ethereal silhouettes, the graduate of London College of Fashion delivers an intimate reflection on the location of desire. Visually, this exploration is expressed through the introduction of Scottish kilts, reminiscent of a past love in the Highlands.
The check motif appears on some accessories, taking the shape of sailor-like hats, as the unifying thread of the collection. Finally, the ultimate symbol of burning love appears on the last silhouettes. They introduce us to silver rose branches with sharp thorns. Once again, Steven Passaro proves to be one of the designers to watch closely at the Paris Fashion Week.
Cuban inspiration at Drôle de Monsieur’s Spring/Summer 2026 show
Last winter, Drôle de Monsieur invited its guests to an ice-carved setting inspired by the opulence of the Swiss resort of Saint-Moritz. For their Spring/Summer 2026 runway show, held in the courtyard of the prestigious high school Lycée Henri IV, Dany Dos Santos and Maxime Schwab draw their inspiration from the fiery Cuba, and specifically Havana, from the 1930s to the 1950s. On that occasion, silhouettes are dressed in loose, colorful patterned silk shirts. Oversized leather jackets and shorts that are, at times, reminiscent of the mobster figure, are also featured.
The universe of Drôle de Monsieur has always been about this fictive encounter – that of a refined gentleman and a golden boy operating in shady circles. Regarding accessories this season, the Dijon-based duo opts for berets paired with warm-toned travel bags. There is also a new version of the traditional Panama hat — those white hats synonymous with the Ecuadorian identity.
A beach escape with Mouty designers
Selected for the Pierre Bergé prize from the ANDAM – the results will be announced tomorrow night – the duo of designers behind the label Mouty presented their Spring/Summer 2026 collection last Thursday. It included a few original, surprising pieces that will be reviewed by the jury of the prestigious fashion competition.
All smiles and visibly excited, the couple spoke to Numéro about their urgent need for a vacation, which fueled the inspirations behind these creations. From a coat covered in a sand-like material to PVC trousers mimicking wave patterns and a T-shirt coated in silicone for a wet look effect… the collection is as captivating as it is innovative, leaving us dreaming about the future of this young brand launched in 2020.
