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Matter and Shape Trade Show Doubles Attendance at Paris Fashion Week
The Matter and Shape trade show at Paris Fashion Week March 2026 doubled visitors to the Tuileries tents, reaching 13,000 attendees alongside Premiere Classe's 12,000-15,000. It grew from 30 exhibitors in 2024 to 73 this year, fostering dialogue between fashion, design, cinema, and perfume.
Exhibitors like Serax with Ann Demeulemeester bridge fashion and design worlds.
Oscars 2026 Red Carpet: Pastel Parade Dominates
Pastel shades led Oscars trends, with Jessie Buckley in baby-pink Chanel inspired by Grace Kelly, Kate Hudson in mint-green Armani Privé, and Chase Infiniti in lilac Louis Vuitton. Felicity Jones wore pale lemon Prada, while McKenna Grace donned pale pink Vera Wang.
The trend evoked old Hollywood glamour across multiple stars.
Strapless Gowns Sweep Oscars 2026 Fashion
Strapless dresses were a major trend, including Nicole Kidman’s pale pink Chanel column gown with feathers and Mikey Madison’s red velvet Dior. Rose Byrne and Ejae chose clean Dior silhouettes, dominating the evening's looks.
Wunmi Mosaku's money-green sequin Louis Vuitton added dazzle.
Feathers and Fringe Shine on Oscars Red Carpet
Feathered frocks featured prominently, with Demi Moore in Gucci blending black and green feathers, and Teyana Taylor in Chanel. Elle Fanning wore Givenchy by Sarah Burton, while Maya Rudolph embraced fringes.
Old Hollywood glamour influenced many standout looks.
Best Actress Nominees Impress at Oscars 2026
Nominees Jessie Buckley, Kate Hudson, Emma Stone, Elle Fanning, Wunmi Mosaku, and Teyana Taylor wowed in style, continuing trends from Golden Globes. Dramatic ball gowns by McKenna Grace and K-Pop Demon Hunters stars Audrey Nuna and Ji-young Yoo stood out.
Actors like Timothée Chalamet also turned heads.
Paul Mescal's Celine Look Steals Men's Fashion at Oscars
Paul Mescal wore a flirty cardigan-esque Celine jacket by Michael Rider with a ribbon bow tie, blending elegance and undone charm. Stylist Felicity Kay highlighted its personal yet distinct vibe.
It contributed to the evening's sophisticated menswear.
Brands Showcase New Creative Directions at Oscars Season
The Oscars capped a red carpet season where Chanel, Dior, and others displayed revamped creative visions amid industry changes. Fashion houses used awards to highlight innovation.
BoF analyzes key takeaways from the season.
Hollywood Stars Debut Couture on Oscars Red Carpet
Stars like Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner arrived in bold looks at the 98th Academy Awards on March 15, 2026. The event at Dolby Theatre featured dramatic gowns and tailored tuxedos from top houses.
Hosted by Conan O'Brien, it spotlighted awards season fashion peaks.
Dramatic Ball Gowns Highlight Oscars 2026
Elle Fanning in Givenchy, McKenna Grace, and KPop Demon Hunters' Ji-young Yoo wore dramatic ball gowns. These looks captured from every angle emphasized extravagance.
They built on prior events' reimagined '20s-'30s glamour.
Design-Fashion Porosity Grows at Paris Fashion Week
Matter and Shape explores boundaries, with 20-30% visitor overlap between fashion and design audiences. Fashion brands like Rick Owens and Charlotte Chesnais exhibit when bridging to design.
It signals fashion's expanding creative ecosystem.
Old Hollywood Glamour Returns via Feathers at Oscars
Nicole Kidman’s strapless Chanel with blush feathers nodded to classic glamour, matched by Demi Moore’s Gucci plumes. Stylists like Jason Bolden curated these influential looks.
The trend fused vintage and modern elements.
Paris Fashion Week Evolves with Design Integration
WSN's Matter and Shape, alongside Premiere Classe, transforms PFW into a broader creative hub. Director Mathieu Pinet emphasizes inter-industry dialogue.
Exponential growth indicates fashion's new design language.